The Barge food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Calderdale
The Barge 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 23 August 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: 37 Mill Lane, Brighouse, HD6 1PA
How it compares in Calderdale
That puts The Barge among the 1,295 places in Calderdale holding top marks, 76% 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 | 1,295 | 76% | ← The Barge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 210 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 138 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 45 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 193 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 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 Barge 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 Barge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calder Brighouse Pub/bar/nightclub | 149 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Brighouse Convenience Store Retailers - other | 197 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| B White Butchers Retailers - other | 205 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2025 |
| Alfies American Diner Takeaway/sandwich shop | 221 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2025 |
| Blakeley's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 257 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| Cristaz Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 258 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
| Caterling Retailers - other | 317 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Colins Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 317 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2024 |
Questions about The Barge
What is The Barge's food hygiene rating?
The Barge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Calderdale Council on 23 August 2023.
Is The Barge 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 Barge last inspected?
The Barge was last inspected on 23 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Calderdale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Barge?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Barge compare to other places in Calderdale?
76% of the 1,709 rated food businesses in Calderdale hold the top rating of 5, and The Barge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Calderdale Council inspects The Barge 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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