The Blind Pig food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Calderdale
The Blind Pig holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 19 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: 4 Tower Hill, Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, HX6 2EQ
How it compares in Calderdale
That puts The Blind Pig among the 1,298 places in Calderdale holding top marks, 76% 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 | 1,298 | 76% | ← The Blind Pig | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 211 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 137 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 191 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very 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 The Blind Pig 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 The Blind Pig, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Francisca Pub/bar/nightclub | 29 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| Albiola Catering Retailers - other | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 April 2026 |
| Bobby's Burgers Takeaway/sandwich shop | 63 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2025 |
| Cakeberry Bakery Retailers - other | 86 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2024 |
| All Starz Desserts Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 95 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2024 |
| Bamboo Tree Takeaway/sandwich shop | 198 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| Ang's Scran Van Mobile caterer | 202 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| Booze Express Sowerby Retailers - other | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 January 2024 |
Questions about The Blind Pig
What is The Blind Pig's food hygiene rating?
The Blind Pig has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Calderdale Council on 19 April 2024.
Is The Blind Pig 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Blind Pig last inspected?
The Blind Pig was last inspected on 19 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Calderdale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Blind Pig?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 The Blind Pig compare to other places in Calderdale?
76% of the 1,713 rated food businesses in Calderdale hold the top rating of 5, and The Blind Pig is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Calderdale Council inspects The Blind Pig 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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