Eggardon Rare Breeds food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Dorset
Eggardon Rare Breeds holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 17 April 2023, more than 3 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: Hill Barn Farm, Kingston Russell, DT2 9ED
How it compares in Dorset
That puts Eggardon Rare Breeds among the 3,808 places in Dorset holding top marks, 95% 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 | 3,808 | 95% | ← Eggardon Rare Breeds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 139 | 3% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 33 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 1,119 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 Eggardon Rare Breeds 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 Eggardon Rare Breeds, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens Cottage, Littlebredy, Dorchester DT2 9HG Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2020 |
| Bride Valley Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2022 |
| Rachel’s By the lake Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2025 |
| White Horse Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2026 |
| Ford Farm Cheese Market Stall Mobile caterer | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2019 |
| Churchview Guest House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2017 |
| West Compton Manor Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.4 miles away | Exempt | |
| Gorwell Barn Other catering premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2026 |
Questions about Eggardon Rare Breeds
What is Eggardon Rare Breeds's food hygiene rating?
Eggardon Rare Breeds has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Dorset Council on 17 April 2023.
Is Eggardon Rare Breeds 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Eggardon Rare Breeds last inspected?
Eggardon Rare Breeds was last inspected on 17 April 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Dorset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Eggardon Rare Breeds?
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 Eggardon Rare Breeds compare to other places in Dorset?
95% of the 3,988 rated food businesses in Dorset hold the top rating of 5, and Eggardon Rare Breeds is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Dorset Council inspects Eggardon Rare Breeds 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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