Downham Cider food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Downham Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
This is a fresh result: Downham Cider was inspected on 15 May 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Unit 5, Park Farm Commercials, Castle Road, PE33 0SH
How it compares in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
That puts Downham Cider among the 1,206 places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,206 | 89% | ← Downham Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 98 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 147 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 Downham Cider 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 Downham Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Skin Atelier Other catering premises | 1.3 miles away | Exempt | |
| Gotta Eat Cake Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| Pentney Abbey Estate Mobile caterer | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 October 2018 |
| Parkside Bar & Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2025 |
| Shouldham Bowls And Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2025 |
| Chalk & Cheese Bed & Breakfast Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 February 2025 |
| Victoria Hall Caring Premises | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| Middleton Auction Other catering premises | 2.1 miles away | 4 - Good | 7 September 2025 |
Questions about Downham Cider
What is Downham Cider's food hygiene rating?
Downham Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council on 15 May 2026.
Is Downham Cider 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Downham Cider last inspected?
Downham Cider was last inspected on 15 May 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Downham Cider?
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 Downham Cider compare to other places in King's Lynn and West Norfolk?
89% of the 1,353 rated food businesses in King's Lynn and West Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Downham Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council inspects Downham Cider 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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