Raunds Cottage food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · North Northamptonshire
Raunds Cottage holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 January 2022, more than 4 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.
95% of rated food businesses in North Northamptonshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all North Northamptonshire ratings →
Address: The Cottage, 11 High Street, Raunds, NN9 6HS
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How it compares in North Northamptonshire
That puts Raunds Cottage among the 2,406 places in North Northamptonshire holding top marks, 85% 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 | 2,406 | 85% | ← Raunds Cottage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 285 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 75 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 29 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 236 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 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 Raunds Cottage 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 Raunds Cottage, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of Spice Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 August 2024 |
| The Blue Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| The George & Dragon Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 4 - Good | 17 June 2025 |
| Mughal Dynasty Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 11 May 2026 |
| Raunds Community Cafe / Food Bank Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 24 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2022 |
| Raunds Express Retailers - other | 146 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2023 |
| Raunds Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 146 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 March 2025 |
| Golden Bowl Chinese Takeaway/sandwich shop | 159 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Raunds Cottage
What is Raunds Cottage's food hygiene rating?
Raunds Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Northamptonshire Council on 14 January 2022.
Is Raunds Cottage 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Raunds Cottage last inspected?
Raunds Cottage was last inspected on 14 January 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Raunds Cottage?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Raunds Cottage compare to other places in North Northamptonshire?
85% of the 2,827 rated food businesses in North Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Raunds Cottage is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Northamptonshire Council inspects Raunds Cottage 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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