A Day in the Country food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · West Northamptonshire
A Day in the Country holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 19 July 2021, more than 4 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Upper Aynho Grounds, Bicester Road, Aynho, OX17 3AY
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts A Day in the Country among the 2,565 places in West Northamptonshire holding top marks, 78% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 2,565 | 78% | ← A Day in the Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 378 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 43 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 9 | <1% |
A further 772 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At A Day in the Country none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to A Day in the Country, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Barn Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2026 |
| The Fox Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 24 April 2026 |
| Aquatise Distributors/Transporters | 0.8 miles away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about A Day in the Country
What is A Day in the Country's food hygiene rating?
A Day in the Country has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 19 July 2021.
Is A Day in the Country safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was A Day in the Country last inspected?
A Day in the Country was last inspected on 19 July 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at A Day in the Country?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does A Day in the Country compare to other places in West Northamptonshire?
78% of the 3,285 rated food businesses in West Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and A Day in the Country is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects A Day in the Country and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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