Aubourn Brewing Co. food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Kesteven
Aubourn Brewing Co. holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 23 January 2024, 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: Hall Farm Cottage, Royal Oak Lane, LN5 9DT
How it compares in North Kesteven
That puts Aubourn Brewing Co. among the 860 places in North Kesteven holding top marks, 93% 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 | 860 | 93% | ← Aubourn Brewing Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 55 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 0 | 0% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 52 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 Aubourn Brewing Co. 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 Aubourn Brewing Co., nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak Pub/bar/nightclub | 199 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2025 |
| South Hykeham Community Primary School School/college/university | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2008 |
| Panda's Kids Club School/college/university | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 17 July 2012 |
| Gateway Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2025 |
| Navenby Butchers Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2026 |
| Robin Rose Bakes & Books Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| McDonalds Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| Burger King Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
Questions about Aubourn Brewing Co.
What is Aubourn Brewing Co.'s food hygiene rating?
Aubourn Brewing Co. has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Kesteven Council on 23 January 2024.
Is Aubourn Brewing Co. 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Aubourn Brewing Co. last inspected?
Aubourn Brewing Co. was last inspected on 23 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Aubourn Brewing Co.?
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 Aubourn Brewing Co. compare to other places in North Kesteven?
93% of the 924 rated food businesses in North Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and Aubourn Brewing Co. is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Kesteven Council inspects Aubourn Brewing Co. 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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