Ludlow Distillery food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Shropshire
Ludlow Distillery 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 2 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: Warehouse Known As Unit 1, Bromfield, SY8 2JR
How it compares in Shropshire
That puts Ludlow Distillery among the 2,512 places in Shropshire holding top marks, 88% 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 | 2,512 | 88% | ← Ludlow Distillery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 223 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 249 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 Ludlow Distillery 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 Ludlow Distillery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Nutrition Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2025 |
| Ludlow Town Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 February 2024 |
| EG On The Move Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2025 |
| Subway @ EG On The Move Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2025 |
| The Bridge Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2024 |
| The Unicorn Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Ludlow Street Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2026 |
| The Cliffe At Dinham Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2023 |
Questions about Ludlow Distillery
What is Ludlow Distillery's food hygiene rating?
Ludlow Distillery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Shropshire Council on 2 May 2023.
Is Ludlow Distillery 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 Ludlow Distillery last inspected?
Ludlow Distillery was last inspected on 2 May 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Shropshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ludlow Distillery?
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 Ludlow Distillery compare to other places in Shropshire?
88% of the 2,862 rated food businesses in Shropshire hold the top rating of 5, and Ludlow Distillery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Shropshire Council inspects Ludlow Distillery 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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Understanding this rating
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