Ridgeway food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · East Devon
Ridgeway 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
This is a fresh result: Ridgeway was inspected on 6 July 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Ridgeway Inn, Smallridge, Axminster, EX13 7JJ
How it compares in East Devon
That puts Ridgeway among the 1,093 places in East Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,093 | 84% | ← Ridgeway | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 125 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 58 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 248 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 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 Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Wise Owls Caring Premises | 438 yards away | Exempt | |
| Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2025 |
| Higher Colston Farm Apple Cider Vinegar/ Apple Juice Manufacturers/packers | 0.8 miles away | 4 - Good | 13 August 2024 |
| East Devon Enterprises Distributors/Transporters | 0.9 miles away | Exempt | |
| Axminster Town Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2026 |
| Grogans Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2024 |
| Tick Tocks Play Day Nursery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2025 |
| Complete Bake - EV 072 Manufacturers/packers | 1.0 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about Ridgeway
What is Ridgeway's food hygiene rating?
Ridgeway has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Devon Council on 6 July 2026.
Is Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway last inspected?
Ridgeway was last inspected on 6 July 2026, within the last month. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ridgeway?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Ridgeway compare to other places in East Devon?
84% of the 1,303 rated food businesses in East Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Ridgeway is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Devon Council inspects Ridgeway 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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