Derby Arms Hotel food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Knowsley
Derby Arms Hotel holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 January 2025, 17 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: 635 Knowsley Lane, Knowsley, L34 9EA
How it compares in Knowsley
That puts Derby Arms Hotel among the 452 places in Knowsley holding top marks, 66% 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 | 452 | 66% | ← Derby Arms Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 134 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 40 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 41 | 6% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 122 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Derby Arms Hotel 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 Derby Arms Hotel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio's Takeaway/sandwich shop | 57 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
| Farmhouse Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Blends Flavours & Colours Limited Manufacturers/packers | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2019 |
| Chill Out Spa & Beauty Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2026 |
| Euro Garages Ltd Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2023 |
Questions about Derby Arms Hotel
What is Derby Arms Hotel's food hygiene rating?
Derby Arms Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Knowsley Council on 31 January 2025.
Is Derby Arms Hotel 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Derby Arms Hotel last inspected?
Derby Arms Hotel was last inspected on 31 January 2025, 17 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Knowsley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Derby Arms Hotel?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Derby Arms Hotel compare to other places in Knowsley?
66% of the 690 rated food businesses in Knowsley hold the top rating of 5, and Derby Arms Hotel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Knowsley Council inspects Derby Arms Hotel 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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