New House Farm food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Pendle
New House Farm 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 4 July 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: Skipton Old Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 7EW
How it compares in Pendle
That puts New House Farm among the 543 places in Pendle holding top marks, 71% 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 | 543 | 71% | ← New House Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 127 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 51 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 16 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 35 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 New House Farm 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 New House Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Lane Ends Tavern Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
| Kelbrook Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2025 |
| Alma Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
| Caterlink@Laneshaw Bridge Primary School School/college/university | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
| Laneshawbridge Primary School OOSC School/college/university | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
| Emmott Arms Other catering premises | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| Colne Golf Club (Bar) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2026 |
| Christchurch Ce School School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2026 |
Questions about New House Farm
What is New House Farm's food hygiene rating?
New House Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Pendle Council on 4 July 2024.
Is New House Farm 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 New House Farm last inspected?
New House Farm was last inspected on 4 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Pendle Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at New House Farm?
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 New House Farm compare to other places in Pendle?
71% of the 768 rated food businesses in Pendle hold the top rating of 5, and New House Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Pendle Council inspects New House Farm 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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New House Farm is one of 206 rated food businesses in Colne. See every hygiene rating in Colne →
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