Middle Studfold Farm food hygiene rating
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · North Yorkshire
Middle Studfold Farm holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the hotel met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 5 March 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.
Address: Blackrock Cottage Track To Lower Studfold Farm, BD24 0ER
How it compares in North Yorkshire
That puts Middle Studfold Farm among the 5,364 places in North Yorkshire holding top marks, 86% 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 | 5,364 | 86% | ← Middle Studfold Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 544 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 212 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 56 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 49 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 841 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 Middle Studfold Farm 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 Middle Studfold Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 October 2025 |
| Three peaks pit stop Mobile caterer | 1.4 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Cafe/Bar - Horton in Ribblesdale Station Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| Chalfont Classic Cuisine At The Rowe House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 May 2023 |
| Blind Beck Tearooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
| Craven Heifer at Stainforth Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| Knight Stainforth Caravan Site Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| Elaine's Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
Questions about Middle Studfold Farm
What is Middle Studfold Farm's food hygiene rating?
Middle Studfold Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Yorkshire Council on 5 March 2024.
Is Middle Studfold Farm 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 hotel to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Middle Studfold Farm last inspected?
Middle Studfold Farm was last inspected on 5 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Yorkshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Middle Studfold Farm?
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 Middle Studfold Farm compare to other places in North Yorkshire?
86% of the 6,226 rated food businesses in North Yorkshire hold the top rating of 5, and Middle Studfold Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Yorkshire Council inspects Middle Studfold Farm 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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