South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · East Devon
South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 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: Hawkchurch Primary School, Hawkchurch, Axminster, EX13 5XD
How it compares in East Devon
That puts South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) 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% | ← South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) 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 South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Hawkchurch Community Shop Retailers - other | 190 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2023 |
| Hawkchurch Resort And Spa Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Holditch Court Organic Retailers - other | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2020 |
| Mallinson's Woodland Retreat Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2018 |
| Pommerie Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Lizzies Kitchen Retailers - other | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
| Munchies Cakes Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 1.8 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary)
What is South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary)'s food hygiene rating?
South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Devon Council on 11 July 2024.
Is South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) last inspected?
South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) was last inspected on 11 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. 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 South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary)?
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 South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) 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 South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Devon Council inspects South West Norse Ltd (Hawkchurch Primary) 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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