The Range food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Halton
The Range 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 30 May 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: Unit 12 Widnes Shopping Park, Widnes, WA8 7TN
How it compares in Halton
That puts The Range among the 620 places in Halton holding top marks, 75% 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 | 620 | 75% | ← The Range | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 106 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 66 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | 1% |
A further 81 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 The Range 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 Range, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Bingo Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 39 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2024 |
| Boots Retailers - other | 39 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2025 |
| Chris's Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 92 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2024 |
| Cakes by Charl Retailers - other | 150 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2024 |
| Coffettea Other catering premises | 224 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2025 |
| D and S Fisheries Retailers - other | 224 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 241 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 261 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2024 |
Questions about The Range
What is The Range's food hygiene rating?
The Range has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Halton Council on 30 May 2024.
Is The Range 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 The Range last inspected?
The Range was last inspected on 30 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Halton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Range?
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 The Range compare to other places in Halton?
75% of the 825 rated food businesses in Halton hold the top rating of 5, and The Range is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Halton Council inspects The Range 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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The Range is one of 413 rated food businesses in Widnes. See every hygiene rating in Widnes →
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