The Affleck Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · West Suffolk
The Affleck Arms 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 14 February 2020, more than 6 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: 1 Brookside, Dalham, Suffolk, CB8 8TG
How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts The Affleck Arms among the 1,349 places in West Suffolk holding top marks, 91% 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 | 1,349 | 91% | ← The Affleck Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 241 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 The Affleck Arms 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 Affleck Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munson's @ The Chequers Manufacturers/packers | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2025 |
| The Old Plough Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Ousden Village Hall Other catering premises | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 August 2018 |
| The Fox Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.3 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 4 February 2025 |
| The Barn Butchery Retailers - other | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 August 2025 |
| New Moulton Stores Ltd Retailers - other | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2025 |
| Lidgate Star Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2024 |
| Cheveley Royal British Legion Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.4 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about The Affleck Arms
What is The Affleck Arms's food hygiene rating?
The Affleck Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 14 February 2020.
Is The Affleck Arms 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 The Affleck Arms last inspected?
The Affleck Arms was last inspected on 14 February 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Affleck Arms?
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 The Affleck Arms compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and The Affleck Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects The Affleck Arms 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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