Lidgate Star food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · West Suffolk
Lidgate Star 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 7 February 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.
96% of rated food businesses in West Suffolk score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all West Suffolk ratings →
Address: The Star, The Street, Lidgate, CB8 9PP
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How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts Lidgate Star among the 1,271 places in West Suffolk holding top marks, 90% 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 | 1,271 | 90% | ← Lidgate Star | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 82 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 27 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 247 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building 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 Lidgate Star 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 Lidgate Star, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ousden Village Hall Other catering premises | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 August 2018 |
| The Fox Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.9 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 4 February 2025 |
| Caterlink at Wickhambrook Primary Academy School/college/university | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Rosalie Farm B&B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2017 |
| The Three Ways Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 July 2023 |
| The Affleck Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 February 2020 |
| Red Lion Pub Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 18 July 2025 |
| Saxon Street Methodist Church Other catering premises | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
Questions about Lidgate Star
What is Lidgate Star's food hygiene rating?
Lidgate Star has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 7 February 2024.
Is Lidgate Star 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 Lidgate Star last inspected?
Lidgate Star was last inspected on 7 February 2024, more than 2 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 Lidgate Star?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Lidgate Star compare to other places in West Suffolk?
90% of the 1,410 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Lidgate Star is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects Lidgate Star 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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