Bird in Hand food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Somerset
Bird in Hand 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 26 April 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: 17 Weston Road, Long Ashton, BS41 9LA
How it compares in North Somerset
That puts Bird in Hand among the 1,162 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 | 1,162 | 75% | ← Bird in Hand | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 292 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 74 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 117 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 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 Bird in Hand 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 Bird in Hand, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Blossom Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| Aspens @ Northleaze Primary School Other catering premises | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2025 |
| Bristol & Clifton Golf Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| Bears High Preformance Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2025 |
| Bristol Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2022 |
| Bridgwater Road Service Station Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 August 2024 |
| Baxterstorey - Computershare Bristol Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Belmont Estate Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2024 |
Questions about Bird in Hand
What is Bird in Hand's food hygiene rating?
Bird in Hand has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Somerset Council on 26 April 2024.
Is Bird in Hand 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 Bird in Hand last inspected?
Bird in Hand was last inspected on 26 April 2024, more than 2 years 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 Bird in Hand?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Bird in Hand compare to other places in North Somerset?
75% of the 1,552 rated food businesses in North Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Bird in Hand is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Somerset Council inspects Bird in Hand 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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