The Herbert Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Shropshire
The Herbert 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
This is a fresh result: The Herbert Arms was inspected on 14 May 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Herbert Arms Hotel, Chirbury, SY15 6BG
How it compares in Shropshire
That puts The Herbert Arms among the 2,513 places in Shropshire 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 | 2,513 | 88% | ← The Herbert Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 222 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 249 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 The Herbert 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 The Herbert Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Primary School School/college/university | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
| Breakfast Club School/college/university | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 April 2024 |
| Ivy House Tea Shop and Gallery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 19 May 2026 |
| Forden Breakfast Club School/college/university | 2.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| Forden Community Centre Caring Premises | 2.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| Forden Church in Wales School School/college/university | 2.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2026 |
| Montys Brewery Farmers/growers | 2.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 June 2026 |
| Spar Stores Retailers - other | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
Questions about The Herbert Arms
What is The Herbert Arms's food hygiene rating?
The Herbert Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Shropshire Council on 14 May 2026.
Is The Herbert 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 The Herbert Arms last inspected?
The Herbert Arms was last inspected on 14 May 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Shropshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Herbert 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 The Herbert Arms compare to other places in Shropshire?
88% of the 2,862 rated food businesses in Shropshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Herbert Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Shropshire Council inspects The Herbert 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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