R Sephton & Son food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · West Lancashire
R Sephton & Son 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 30 May 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: 104 Liverpool Road, Rufford, Lancashire, L40 1SB
How it compares in West Lancashire
That puts R Sephton & Son among the 664 places in West Lancashire holding top marks, 80% 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 | 664 | 80% | ← R Sephton & Son | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 99 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 55 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 99 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 R Sephton & Son 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 R Sephton & Son, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2026 |
| Rufford C Of E Primary School School/college/university | 229 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| Boathouse Brasserie Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 256 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2025 |
| Manor House Farm Bed & Breakfast Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 259 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2022 |
| Rufford Old Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2025 |
| Alsley Lodge Residential Care Home Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2025 |
| Tastebuds Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2024 |
| Nelsons Farm Shop Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 December 2023 |
Questions about R Sephton & Son
What is R Sephton & Son's food hygiene rating?
R Sephton & Son has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Lancashire Council on 30 May 2022.
Is R Sephton & Son 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 R Sephton & Son last inspected?
R Sephton & Son was last inspected on 30 May 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Lancashire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at R Sephton & Son?
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 R Sephton & Son compare to other places in West Lancashire?
80% of the 833 rated food businesses in West Lancashire hold the top rating of 5, and R Sephton & Son is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Lancashire Council inspects R Sephton & Son 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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