The Rawdon Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North West Leicestershire
The Rawdon Arms 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 2 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: Rawdon Arms, 1 Shortheath Road, Moira, DE12 6AL
How it compares in North West Leicestershire
That puts The Rawdon Arms among the 643 places in North West Leicestershire holding top marks, 82% 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 | 643 | 82% | ← The Rawdon Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 90 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 14 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 202 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 The Rawdon Arms 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 Rawdon Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conkers Heart Of The National Forest Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Discount food bargains Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2024 |
| Central England Co-operative Society Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2007 |
| Blackfordby Village Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2024 |
| Cricketts Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| Harpers Food Stop Mobile caterer | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 July 2025 |
| Home Bargains Retailers - other | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 June 2024 |
| 1950's American Diner Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 January 2025 |
Questions about The Rawdon Arms
What is The Rawdon Arms's food hygiene rating?
The Rawdon Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North West Leicestershire Council on 2 July 2024.
Is The Rawdon Arms 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 The Rawdon Arms last inspected?
The Rawdon Arms was last inspected on 2 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North West Leicestershire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Rawdon Arms?
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 The Rawdon Arms compare to other places in North West Leicestershire?
82% of the 786 rated food businesses in North West Leicestershire hold the top rating of 5, and The Rawdon Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North West Leicestershire Council inspects The Rawdon Arms 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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