Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · South Norfolk
Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle 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 21 March 2023, more than 3 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: The Boat Shed, Station Road, Geldeston, NR34 0HS
How it compares in South Norfolk
That puts Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle among the 823 places in South Norfolk holding top marks, 84% 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 | 823 | 84% | ← Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 100 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 123 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 Very 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 Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle 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 Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wherry Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 334 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 October 2025 |
| Dunburgh Farm Shop (Mandy's Pickles) Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 9 March 2026 |
| The Locks Inn Community Pub Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
Questions about Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle
What is Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle's food hygiene rating?
Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Norfolk Council on 21 March 2023.
Is Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle 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 Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle last inspected?
Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle was last inspected on 21 March 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle compare to other places in South Norfolk?
84% of the 980 rated food businesses in South Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Norfolk Council inspects Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle 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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