Moons Cider food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Somerset
Moons Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 30 April 2015, more than 11 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: Woodbine Farm, Sticklynch Road, Sticklynch, BA6 8NA
How it compares in Somerset
That puts Moons Cider among the 4,826 places in Somerset holding top marks, 88% 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 | 4,826 | 88% | ← Moons Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 540 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 92 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 26 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 557 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 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 Moons 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 Moons Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennard Hill Kitchen Ltd Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2025 |
| West Pennard Primary School School/college/university | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2024 |
| The Guerrilla Members Bar Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2024 |
| Permaculture Caf? Mobile caterer | 1.5 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Avalon Vineyard Manufacturers/packers | 1.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 27 September 2012 |
| Letchfords Cyder Manufacturers/packers | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2016 |
| The Pilton Stage Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2025 |
| The Crown Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2026 |
Questions about Moons Cider
What is Moons Cider's food hygiene rating?
Moons Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Somerset Council on 30 April 2015.
Is Moons 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Moons Cider last inspected?
Moons Cider was last inspected on 30 April 2015, more than 11 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Somerset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Moons Cider?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Moons Cider compare to other places in Somerset?
88% of the 5,515 rated food businesses in Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Moons Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Somerset Council inspects Moons 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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