Caking Memories food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
Caking Memories 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 24 September 2024, 21 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.
Address: Barwynds, Milltown, Barnstaple, EX31 4HG
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Caking Memories among the 1,107 places in North 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Caking Memories | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Caking Memories 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 Caking Memories, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Muddiford Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 26 March 2025 |
| West Plaistow Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 6 February 2025 |
| Blakewell Fisheries Manufacturers/packers | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Springfield Nursery Caring Premises | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 March 2009 |
| Springfield Farm Events Mobile caterer | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2025 |
| Stoned, Stowford Village Mobile caterer | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2024 |
| The Straw Patch Project CIC Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
| The Spinney Country Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2022 |
Questions about Caking Memories
What is Caking Memories's food hygiene rating?
Caking Memories has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 24 September 2024.
Is Caking Memories 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 Caking Memories last inspected?
Caking Memories was last inspected on 24 September 2024, 21 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Caking Memories?
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 Caking Memories compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Caking Memories is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Caking Memories 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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