Odo's Barn Bilsington food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Ashford
Odo's Barn Bilsington holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 23 February 2022, more than 4 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: Court Lodge Barn Court Lodge Farm Newchurch Road, Bilsington
How it compares in Ashford
That puts Odo's Barn Bilsington 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% | ← Odo's Barn Bilsington | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 90 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 107 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 Odo's Barn Bilsington 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 Odo's Barn Bilsington, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2025 |
| Bilsington Priory Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 April 2025 |
| Bilsington Priory Events Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Time For Tea Mobile caterer | 1.0 miles away | 4 - Good | 24 February 2026 |
| Colt Bagel Co Retailers - other | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
| Wayne's Whippy Mobile caterer | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2026 |
| Canterbury Oast Trust, New Bungalow Caring Premises | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2022 |
| Newchurch House Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2023 |
Questions about Odo's Barn Bilsington
What is Odo's Barn Bilsington's food hygiene rating?
Odo's Barn Bilsington has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ashford Council on 23 February 2022.
Is Odo's Barn Bilsington 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Odo's Barn Bilsington last inspected?
Odo's Barn Bilsington was last inspected on 23 February 2022, more than 4 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 Odo's Barn Bilsington?
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 Odo's Barn Bilsington compare to other places in Ashford?
89% of the 1,161 rated food businesses in Ashford hold the top rating of 5, and Odo's Barn Bilsington is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ashford Council inspects Odo's Barn Bilsington 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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