Talbot Lodge B&B food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Cherwell
Talbot Lodge B&B 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
The rating dates from 26 February 2020, more than 6 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: Talbot Lodge Ardley Road, Middleton Stoney, OX25 4AD
How it compares in Cherwell
That puts Talbot Lodge B&B among the 977 places in Cherwell holding top marks, 80% 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 | 977 | 80% | ← Talbot Lodge B&B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 157 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 65 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 103 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 Talbot Lodge B&B 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 Talbot Lodge B&B, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramos Best Kebab Burger Van Mobile caterer | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
| The Horse And Groom Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 October 2023 |
| Premier Foods Wholesale Distributors/Transporters | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2025 |
| Heyford Park Free School School/college/university | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2025 |
| The Heyford Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.8 miles away | 4 - Good | 28 November 2025 |
| Sainsbury's Local Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2024 |
| Heyford Bike Service & Repair Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 January 2023 |
| The Chesterton Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.9 miles away | 4 - Good | 3 December 2025 |
Questions about Talbot Lodge B&B
What is Talbot Lodge B&B's food hygiene rating?
Talbot Lodge B&B has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cherwell Council on 26 February 2020.
Is Talbot Lodge B&B 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 Talbot Lodge B&B last inspected?
Talbot Lodge B&B was last inspected on 26 February 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cherwell Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Talbot Lodge B&B?
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 Talbot Lodge B&B compare to other places in Cherwell?
80% of the 1,221 rated food businesses in Cherwell hold the top rating of 5, and Talbot Lodge B&B is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cherwell Council inspects Talbot Lodge B&B 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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