Braunton Bowling Club food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Devon
Braunton Bowling Club 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 16 March 2011, more than 15 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: Chaloners Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2ES
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Braunton Bowling Club among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Braunton Bowling Club | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 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 Braunton Bowling Club 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 Braunton Bowling Club, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrvs - Luncheon Club Other catering premises | 105 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| Agricultural Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 148 yards away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 4 March 2026 |
| The Black Horse Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 188 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 25 March 2026 |
| Caen Community Primary School School/college/university | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2026 |
| Beach Buddies Childcare Caring Premises | 261 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
| Bubbles Boba Limited Takeaway/sandwich shop | 262 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2026 |
| From, Amélie Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 267 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| West Hill Nursery Pre-School Caring Premises | 277 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 October 2007 |
Questions about Braunton Bowling Club
What is Braunton Bowling Club's food hygiene rating?
Braunton Bowling Club has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 16 March 2011.
Is Braunton Bowling Club 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 Braunton Bowling Club last inspected?
Braunton Bowling Club was last inspected on 16 March 2011, more than 15 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Braunton Bowling Club?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Braunton Bowling Club compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Braunton Bowling Club is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Braunton Bowling Club 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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