Shell South Godstone food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Tandridge
Shell South Godstone 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 11 October 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: South Godstone Garage Eastbourne Road, South Godstone, RH9 8EZ
How it compares in Tandridge
That puts Shell South Godstone among the 562 places in Tandridge holding top marks, 92% 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 | 562 | 92% | ← Shell South Godstone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 29 | 5% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 90 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 Shell South Godstone 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 Shell South Godstone, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve 15@St Stephens C Of E Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
| The Barley Mow Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 19 March 2025 |
| Head2Head Sensory Theatre's Barn Hub Café Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about Shell South Godstone
What is Shell South Godstone's food hygiene rating?
Shell South Godstone has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Tandridge Council on 11 October 2023.
Is Shell South Godstone 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 Shell South Godstone last inspected?
Shell South Godstone was last inspected on 11 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Tandridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shell South Godstone?
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 Shell South Godstone compare to other places in Tandridge?
92% of the 608 rated food businesses in Tandridge hold the top rating of 5, and Shell South Godstone is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Tandridge Council inspects Shell South Godstone 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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