Big Bocs Bwyd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Bridgend
Big Bocs Bwyd 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 25 October 2023, 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: Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place, Porthcawl, CF36 3ED
How it compares in Bridgend
That puts Big Bocs Bwyd among the 875 places in Bridgend holding top marks, 72% 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 | 875 | 72% | ← Big Bocs Bwyd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 228 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 145 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 Big Bocs Bwyd 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 Big Bocs Bwyd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottage Primary Canteen and Breakfast Club School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Prince Of Wales Court Bowling Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 122 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2017 |
| Caterplus @ RMBI - Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court Caring Premises | 262 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2025 |
| Edwards Convenience Store Retailers - other | 281 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2024 |
| Kelly's deli Other catering premises | 300 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2025 |
| Banana Moon Porthcawl Caring Premises | 336 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2025 |
| Porthcawl Rugby Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2025 |
| Bella's Takeaway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
Questions about Big Bocs Bwyd
What is Big Bocs Bwyd's food hygiene rating?
Big Bocs Bwyd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bridgend Council on 25 October 2023.
Is Big Bocs Bwyd 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 Big Bocs Bwyd last inspected?
Big Bocs Bwyd was last inspected on 25 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bridgend Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Big Bocs Bwyd?
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 Big Bocs Bwyd compare to other places in Bridgend?
72% of the 1,208 rated food businesses in Bridgend hold the top rating of 5, and Big Bocs Bwyd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bridgend Council inspects Big Bocs Bwyd 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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