Hancocks Devon Cider food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · North Devon
Hancocks Devon Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 March 2014, more than 12 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: Lower Blackpool, Exeter Road, South Molton, EX36 4HX
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Hancocks Devon Cider among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Hancocks Devon Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 Hancocks Devon Cider 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 Hancocks Devon Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caveland Farm Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 December 2018 |
| Ford Down Farm B&B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2019 |
| The Stags Head Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2024 |
| South Molton Community Hospital Caring Premises | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
| Eastleigh Care Homes Caring Premises | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| SMUG Supplements Retailers - other | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2019 |
| South Molton Football Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 26 August 2025 |
| Kiddywinks Neighbourhood Nursery Caring Premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
Questions about Hancocks Devon Cider
What is Hancocks Devon Cider's food hygiene rating?
Hancocks Devon Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 14 March 2014.
Is Hancocks Devon Cider 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Hancocks Devon Cider last inspected?
Hancocks Devon Cider was last inspected on 14 March 2014, more than 12 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hancocks Devon Cider?
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 Hancocks Devon Cider compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Hancocks Devon Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Hancocks Devon Cider 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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Hancocks Devon Cider is one of 99 rated food businesses in South Molton. See every hygiene rating in South Molton →
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