Denison Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Yorkshire
Denison 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 6 November 2023, 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: The Denison Arms 40 Main Street, YO13 9HL
How it compares in North Yorkshire
That puts Denison Arms 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% | ← Denison Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Denison 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 Denison Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Ayton Fisheries Takeaway/sandwich shop | 83 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Spar Shop And Petrol Filling Station Retailers - other | 84 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2024 |
| mpact Food Group T/A Hutchison @ East Ayton Primary School School/college/university | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| Walkers Fish Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 153 yards away | 4 - Good | 5 November 2025 |
| Ayton Sports Association Pub/bar/nightclub | 189 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2023 |
| Ayton Methodist Church Other catering premises | 378 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2024 |
| Basics Plus At Betton Farm Tearooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 6 February 2026 |
Questions about Denison Arms
What is Denison Arms's food hygiene rating?
Denison Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Yorkshire Council on 6 November 2023.
Is Denison 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 Denison Arms last inspected?
Denison Arms was last inspected on 6 November 2023, 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 Denison Arms?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Denison Arms 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 Denison Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Yorkshire Council inspects Denison 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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Understanding this rating
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