The Clinton Hall food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Torridge
The Clinton Hall holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 28 September 2023, more than 2 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: Clinton Village Hall, Merton, Okehampton, EX20 3EQ
How it compares in Torridge
That puts The Clinton Hall among the 578 places in Torridge holding top marks, 85% 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 | 578 | 85% | ← The Clinton Hall | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 61 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 95 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 The Clinton Hall 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 The Clinton Hall, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Clinton School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2026 |
| Malt Scoop Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 385 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| Encompass Training Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2024 |
| The Globe Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| The Beaford Garage Retailers - other | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2016 |
| Dolton Primary School School/college/university | 2.6 miles away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 20 May 2025 |
| Royal Oak Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.6 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| SPAR - Wessex Retail Retailers - other | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2024 |
Questions about The Clinton Hall
What is The Clinton Hall's food hygiene rating?
The Clinton Hall has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Torridge Council on 28 September 2023.
Is The Clinton Hall 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Clinton Hall last inspected?
The Clinton Hall was last inspected on 28 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Torridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Clinton Hall?
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 The Clinton Hall compare to other places in Torridge?
85% of the 678 rated food businesses in Torridge hold the top rating of 5, and The Clinton Hall is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Torridge Council inspects The Clinton Hall 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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