Riverford Organic Farmers food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Winchester City
Riverford Organic Farmers 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 22 February 2023, more than 3 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: Riverford Organic Farms Ltd, Upper Norton Farm, Norton, SO21 3QF
How it compares in Winchester City
That puts Riverford Organic Farmers among the 966 places in Winchester City holding top marks, 89% 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 | 966 | 89% | ← Riverford Organic Farmers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 20 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 85 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 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 Riverford Organic Farmers 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 Riverford Organic Farmers, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitewater Organics Retailers - other | 50 yards away | Exempt | |
| Venue Catering And Events Ltd At Clock Barn Other catering premises | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Tufton Warren Ltd Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 March 2018 |
| Norton Park Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 22 August 2025 |
| Bullington Lunch Club Other catering premises | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2024 |
| Elite Garages Scotney Service Station Retailers - other | 1.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 17 April 2025 |
| Wonston Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2025 |
| Dever Stores Retailers - other | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2020 |
Questions about Riverford Organic Farmers
What is Riverford Organic Farmers's food hygiene rating?
Riverford Organic Farmers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Winchester City Council on 22 February 2023.
Is Riverford Organic Farmers 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 Riverford Organic Farmers last inspected?
Riverford Organic Farmers was last inspected on 22 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Winchester City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Riverford Organic Farmers?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Riverford Organic Farmers compare to other places in Winchester City?
89% of the 1,084 rated food businesses in Winchester City hold the top rating of 5, and Riverford Organic Farmers is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Winchester City Council inspects Riverford Organic Farmers 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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