Hamilton Catering food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · Central Bedfordshire
Hamilton Catering holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 6 July 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: 8 Market Square, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NP
How it compares in Central Bedfordshire
That puts Hamilton Catering among the 1,153 places in Central Bedfordshire 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 | 1,153 | 76% | ← Hamilton Catering | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 254 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 83 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 189 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 Hamilton Catering 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 Hamilton Catering, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potton Brewing Company Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2024 |
| Cameron News Retailers - other | 22 yards away | Exempt | |
| L R Clayton Ltd Retailers - other | 28 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 October 2025 |
| Potton Food Stores Retailers - other | 28 yards away | 4 - Good | 18 September 2019 |
| Regents Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 28 yards away | 4 - Good | 26 February 2025 |
| Royal Fisheries Takeaway/sandwich shop | 28 yards away | 4 - Good | 4 December 2024 |
| The Coach House Pub/bar/nightclub | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| O'Sarracino Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 66 yards away | 4 - Good | 23 October 2024 |
Questions about Hamilton Catering
What is Hamilton Catering's food hygiene rating?
Hamilton Catering has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Central Bedfordshire Council on 6 July 2023.
Is Hamilton Catering 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Hamilton Catering last inspected?
Hamilton Catering was last inspected on 6 July 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Central Bedfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hamilton Catering?
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 Hamilton Catering compare to other places in Central Bedfordshire?
76% of the 1,520 rated food businesses in Central Bedfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Hamilton Catering is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Central Bedfordshire Council inspects Hamilton Catering 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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