Penningtons food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · South Ribble
Penningtons holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 16 May 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: 27 Chorley Road, Walton-Le-Dale, Preston, PR5 4JA
How it compares in South Ribble
That puts Penningtons among the 689 places in South Ribble holding top marks, 95% 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 | 689 | 95% | ← Penningtons | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 97 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 Penningtons 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 Penningtons, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alborz One Takeaway/sandwich shop | 261 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2024 |
| Baked By Ell Manufacturers/packers | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2020 |
| Ashbridge On Ribble Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 June 2026 |
| Absolute Angels Nursery Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2025 |
| Bargain Booze Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2024 |
| Beam & Brycg Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2024 |
| A and P Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2024 |
| Aramark @ Costa Pod Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2025 |
Questions about Penningtons
What is Penningtons's food hygiene rating?
Penningtons has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Ribble Council on 16 May 2023.
Is Penningtons 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Penningtons last inspected?
Penningtons was last inspected on 16 May 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Ribble Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Penningtons?
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 Penningtons compare to other places in South Ribble?
95% of the 728 rated food businesses in South Ribble hold the top rating of 5, and Penningtons is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Ribble Council inspects Penningtons 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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Penningtons is one of 36 rated food businesses in Walton-le-Dale. See every hygiene rating in Walton-le-Dale →
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