Chapel Barn food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Mid Sussex
Chapel Barn holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
This is a fresh result: Chapel Barn was inspected on 10 July 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
92% of rated food businesses in Mid Sussex score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Mid Sussex ratings →
Address: Chapel Barn, Garstons Farm, Chapel Road
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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 this rating has changed
Chapel Barn was re-inspected on 10 July 2026 and held its rating of 5.
| Inspected | Rating | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 10 July 2026 | AwaitingInspection 5 | Held |
The FSA publishes only a business's current rating. This history is our own record of what it has scored since we began watching.
How it compares in Mid Sussex
That puts Chapel Barn among the 1,014 places in Mid Sussex holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,014 | 82% | ← Chapel Barn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 126 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 57 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 16 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 20 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 115 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 Chapel Barn 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 Chapel Barn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolney Cross Service Station Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| The Eight Bells Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2026 |
| Spirit Of The Downs Manufacturers/packers | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2024 |
| Bolney Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Bolney Under Fives Group Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| Bolney Wine Estate Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2025 |
| The Cider Tap And Orchard Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 July 2026 |
| Wobblegate Ltd And The Cider Tap Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 May 2024 |
Questions about Chapel Barn
What is Chapel Barn's food hygiene rating?
Chapel Barn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Mid Sussex Council on 10 July 2026.
Is Chapel Barn 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Chapel Barn last inspected?
Chapel Barn was last inspected on 10 July 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Mid Sussex Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Chapel Barn?
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 Chapel Barn compare to other places in Mid Sussex?
82% of the 1,234 rated food businesses in Mid Sussex hold the top rating of 5, and Chapel Barn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Mid Sussex Council inspects Chapel Barn 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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