Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Ashford
Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables 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 26 July 2024, more than 2 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.
98% of rated food businesses in Ashford score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Ashford ratings →
Address: Park Farm Smarden Bell Road, Smarden, TN27 8PD
How it compares in Ashford
That puts Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables among the 1,034 places in Ashford holding top marks, 90% 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 | 1,034 | 90% | ← Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 87 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <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 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 Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables 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 Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford Oast B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Fraser's Events Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Smarden Store Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 September 2025 |
| Cater Link Limited, Smarden Primary School School/college/university | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2023 |
| D R Luckhurst Butchers Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 30 July 2026 |
| The Chequers Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| The Flying Horse Smarden Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2026 |
| Bell Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables
What is Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables's food hygiene rating?
Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Ashford Council on 26 July 2024.
Is Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables 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 Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables last inspected?
Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables was last inspected on 26 July 2024, more than 2 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 Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables compare to other places in Ashford?
90% of the 1,153 rated food businesses in Ashford hold the top rating of 5, and Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Ashford Council inspects Karoben Limited, Park Farm Stables 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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