Hopper House Brew Farm food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Durham
Hopper House Brew Farm 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 4 June 2026, 3 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
91% of rated food businesses in Durham score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Durham ratings →
Address: Hopper House Farm Brewery, Sedgefield, TS21 2HL
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in Durham
That puts Hopper House Brew Farm among the 3,075 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,075 | 75% | ← Hopper House Brew Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 670 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 287 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 46 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 525 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 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 Hopper House Brew Farm 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 Hopper House Brew Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2019 |
| The Hive of Sedgefield Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | Exempt | |
| Travelodge Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 August 2026 |
| Thyme Square Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2025 |
| Welcome & Co UK Limited Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Sedgefield Community Assoc Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2014 |
| The Pickled Parson Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2025 |
| Back of Beyond Books Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2025 |
Questions about Hopper House Brew Farm
What is Hopper House Brew Farm's food hygiene rating?
Hopper House Brew Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 4 June 2026.
Is Hopper House Brew Farm 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 Hopper House Brew Farm last inspected?
Hopper House Brew Farm was last inspected on 4 June 2026, 3 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hopper House Brew Farm?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Hopper House Brew Farm compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,106 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Hopper House Brew Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Hopper House Brew Farm 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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