Blue Barrel Cider food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · South Cambridgeshire
Blue Barrel Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 7 July 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: 54 High Street, Oakington and Westwick, CB24 3AG
How it compares in South Cambridgeshire
That puts Blue Barrel Cider among the 1,062 places in South Cambridgeshire holding top marks, 87% 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 | 1,062 | 87% | ← Blue Barrel Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 121 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 26 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 95 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 Blue Barrel Cider 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 Blue Barrel Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottontails Preschool School/college/university | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| Histon Hog Roast Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
| Nisa Local Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2025 |
| Busy Bees Caring Premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| Cakes by Emma Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2023 |
| Tom's Kitchen Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2024 |
| Churros Bar Mobile caterer | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 October 2023 |
| Olive Tree Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2025 |
Questions about Blue Barrel Cider
What is Blue Barrel Cider's food hygiene rating?
Blue Barrel Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Cambridgeshire Council on 7 July 2023.
Is Blue Barrel Cider 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Blue Barrel Cider last inspected?
Blue Barrel Cider was last inspected on 7 July 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Cambridgeshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Blue Barrel Cider?
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 Blue Barrel Cider compare to other places in South Cambridgeshire?
87% of the 1,221 rated food businesses in South Cambridgeshire hold the top rating of 5, and Blue Barrel Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Cambridgeshire Council inspects Blue Barrel Cider 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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