Farm Shop food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Norfolk
Farm Shop holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 26 April 2024, more than 2 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: Farm Shop At, Wiveton Hall, Marsh Lane, NR25 7TE
How it compares in North Norfolk
That puts Farm Shop among the 1,256 places in North Norfolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,256 | 86% | ← Farm Shop | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 144 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 56 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 Farm Shop 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 Farm Shop, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Tea Co. Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | Awaiting inspection | |
| Cley Windmill Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
| The George and Dragon Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2025 |
| The Harnser Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 7 October 2025 |
| Picnic Fayre Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| Cley Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 September 2021 |
| W & R Millard Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2015 |
| Blakeney Harbour Room Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
Questions about Farm Shop
What is Farm Shop's food hygiene rating?
Farm Shop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Norfolk Council on 26 April 2024.
Is Farm Shop 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Farm Shop last inspected?
Farm Shop was last inspected on 26 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Farm Shop?
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 Farm Shop compare to other places in North Norfolk?
86% of the 1,461 rated food businesses in North Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Farm Shop is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Norfolk Council inspects Farm Shop 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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