Cross Stores Ltd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Test Valley
Cross Stores Ltd 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 12 February 2026, 6 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
96% of rated food businesses in Test Valley score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Test Valley ratings →
Address: The Cross Stores, The Cross, Kings Somborne, SO20 6NY
⚠️ The lowest-rated places near Cross Stores Ltd
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 Test Valley
That puts Cross Stores Ltd among the 863 places in Test Valley holding top marks, 88% 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 | 863 | 88% | ← Cross Stores Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 74 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 16 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 84 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 Cross Stores Ltd 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 Cross Stores Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epworth Lunches Other catering premises | 257 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 February 2025 |
| John O' Gaunt Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 December 2025 |
| The Boot Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| The Glass House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2026 |
| TJ Brews Ltd Takeaway/sandwich shop | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2025 |
| The Test Of Stockbridge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2025 |
| The Little Whisky Shop Limited Retailers - other | 2.5 miles away | Exempt | |
| The White Hart Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2026 |
Questions about Cross Stores Ltd
What is Cross Stores Ltd's food hygiene rating?
Cross Stores Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Test Valley Council on 12 February 2026.
Is Cross Stores Ltd 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 Cross Stores Ltd last inspected?
Cross Stores Ltd was last inspected on 12 February 2026, 6 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Test Valley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Cross Stores Ltd?
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 Cross Stores Ltd compare to other places in Test Valley?
88% of the 976 rated food businesses in Test Valley hold the top rating of 5, and Cross Stores Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Test Valley Council inspects Cross Stores Ltd 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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Cross Stores Ltd is one of 60 rated food businesses in Stockbridge. See every hygiene rating in Stockbridge →
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