Riverhall Livestock food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Ashford
Riverhall Livestock 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
The rating dates from 19 May 2021, more than 5 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: Longhouse Farm River Hall Lane, Biddenden, TN27 8JE
How it compares in Ashford
That puts Riverhall Livestock among the 1,039 places in Ashford 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 | 1,039 | 89% | ← Riverhall Livestock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 90 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 19 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 106 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 Riverhall Livestock 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 Riverhall Livestock, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biddenden Farm Shop Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 July 2019 |
| Gram Spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| Premier Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2025 |
| The Bakehouse Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2025 |
| Red Lion Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2024 |
| The West House Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2025 |
| New Golden Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2026 |
Questions about Riverhall Livestock
What is Riverhall Livestock's food hygiene rating?
Riverhall Livestock has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ashford Council on 19 May 2021.
Is Riverhall Livestock 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 Riverhall Livestock last inspected?
Riverhall Livestock was last inspected on 19 May 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Ashford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Riverhall Livestock?
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 Riverhall Livestock compare to other places in Ashford?
89% of the 1,162 rated food businesses in Ashford hold the top rating of 5, and Riverhall Livestock is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ashford Council inspects Riverhall Livestock 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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Understanding this rating
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Riverhall Livestock is one of 22 rated food businesses in Biddenden. See every hygiene rating in Biddenden →
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