Congresbury Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Somerset
Congresbury Arms 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 30 January 2025, 19 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.
93% of rated food businesses in North Somerset score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all North Somerset ratings →
Address: High Street, Congresbury, BS49 5JA
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in North Somerset
That puts Congresbury Arms among the 1,177 places in North Somerset holding top marks, 75% 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 | 1,177 | 75% | ← Congresbury Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 284 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 158 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 Congresbury Arms 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 Congresbury Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Inn (The) Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 9 July 2026 |
| Community Coffee @ Bridge House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 February 2024 |
| Re:Store Congresbury Retailers - other | 147 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2024 |
| Re:store Congresbury Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 157 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| Emzz BBQ Kebab & Pizza House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 175 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 5 August 2025 |
| Morgan's Local Shop Retailers - other | 331 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2026 |
| Congresbury Recreation Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 March 2024 |
| Welcome Store Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 431 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2024 |
Questions about Congresbury Arms
What is Congresbury Arms's food hygiene rating?
Congresbury Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Somerset Council on 30 January 2025.
Is Congresbury Arms 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 Congresbury Arms last inspected?
Congresbury Arms was last inspected on 30 January 2025, 19 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Somerset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Congresbury Arms?
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 Congresbury Arms compare to other places in North Somerset?
75% of the 1,561 rated food businesses in North Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Congresbury Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Somerset Council inspects Congresbury Arms 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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