The Wheatsheaf food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · East Hampshire
The Wheatsheaf 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 1 May 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: The Wheatsheaf Inn 7 Market Square Alton GU34 1HD, GU34 1HD
How it compares in East Hampshire
That puts The Wheatsheaf among the 803 places in East Hampshire 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 | 803 | 84% | ← The Wheatsheaf | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 120 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 88 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 The Wheatsheaf 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 Wheatsheaf, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA Spice Ltd T/A Mifta's Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2024 |
| Pizza Express Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2025 |
| Khao Soi By Chariya Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 82 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| Dill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Hermanos Mexican Street Food Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 92 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Holland & Barrett Ltd. Retailers - other | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Ten Tun Tap House Pub/bar/nightclub | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 December 2020 |
| Regency Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 122 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
Questions about The Wheatsheaf
What is The Wheatsheaf's food hygiene rating?
The Wheatsheaf has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Hampshire Council on 1 May 2024.
Is The Wheatsheaf 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 Wheatsheaf last inspected?
The Wheatsheaf was last inspected on 1 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Hampshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Wheatsheaf?
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 The Wheatsheaf compare to other places in East Hampshire?
84% of the 958 rated food businesses in East Hampshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Wheatsheaf is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Hampshire Council inspects The Wheatsheaf 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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