The Red Lion food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · East Lindsey
The Red Lion 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 22 November 2018, more than 7 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 Red Lion, 9 East End, Burgh le Marsh Skegness, PE24 5LW
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts The Red Lion among the 1,919 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,919 | 89% | ← The Red Lion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 80 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Very 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 The Red Lion 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 Red Lion, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Chippie Takeaway/sandwich shop | 60 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2025 |
| Lincolnshire Co-op Burgh Le Marsh Food Store Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 January 2019 |
| Burgh Le Marsh Tea Room (At The Windmill) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 221 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2025 |
| Windmill Restaurant (Lincs) Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 221 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 February 2025 |
| Amalfi Takeaway/sandwich shop | 221 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 November 2023 |
| Spice Up Takeaway/sandwich shop | 221 yards away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 15 May 2026 |
| The Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 271 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2019 |
| Everyday Convenience Retailers - other | 279 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2025 |
Questions about The Red Lion
What is The Red Lion's food hygiene rating?
The Red Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 22 November 2018.
Is The Red Lion 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 Red Lion last inspected?
The Red Lion was last inspected on 22 November 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Red Lion?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 The Red Lion compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,161 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and The Red Lion is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects The Red Lion 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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