William Hill Bookmakers food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Blackpool
William Hill Bookmakers 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 2 April 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: 45 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, FY3 9DG
How it compares in Blackpool
That puts William Hill Bookmakers among the 1,330 places in Blackpool holding top marks, 79% 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 | 1,330 | 79% | ← William Hill Bookmakers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 190 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 118 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 21 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 3 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 William Hill Bookmakers 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 William Hill Bookmakers, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2025 |
| AAA Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 65 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2026 |
| Acorn Lodge Caring Premises | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2025 |
| Adalena House Caring Premises | 163 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
| Aroma Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2025 |
| Beechfield Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| Abbey Lodge Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 July 2017 |
| Allied Pharmacy Charles Street Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 September 2024 |
Questions about William Hill Bookmakers
What is William Hill Bookmakers's food hygiene rating?
William Hill Bookmakers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Blackpool Council on 2 April 2024.
Is William Hill Bookmakers 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 William Hill Bookmakers last inspected?
William Hill Bookmakers was last inspected on 2 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Blackpool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at William Hill Bookmakers?
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 William Hill Bookmakers compare to other places in Blackpool?
79% of the 1,680 rated food businesses in Blackpool hold the top rating of 5, and William Hill Bookmakers is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Blackpool Council inspects William Hill Bookmakers 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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