The Bulls Head food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Derbyshire
The Bulls Head 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
The rating dates from 10 March 2026, 5 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
95% of rated food businesses in South Derbyshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all South Derbyshire ratings →
Address: 84 High Street, Repton, Derby, DE65 6GF
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in South Derbyshire
That puts The Bulls Head among the 640 places in South Derbyshire 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 | 640 | 85% | ← The Bulls Head | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 77 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 122 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 The Bulls Head 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 Bulls Head, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repton Fryers Takeaway/sandwich shop | 35 yards away | 4 - Good | 18 February 2026 |
| Royal British Legion Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 172 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 March 2025 |
| Jaipur Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 189 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Dragon Court Takeaway/sandwich shop | 207 yards away | 4 - Good | 11 November 2025 |
| Repton Lunch Group Caring Premises | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2024 |
| The Maple Tree - Repton Village Hall Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 380 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| St Wystan's School School/college/university | 417 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2025 |
| A. Moss Family Butchers Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 28 July 2026 |
Questions about The Bulls Head
What is The Bulls Head's food hygiene rating?
The Bulls Head has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Derbyshire Council on 10 March 2026.
Is The Bulls Head 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 Bulls Head last inspected?
The Bulls Head was last inspected on 10 March 2026, 5 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Derbyshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Bulls Head?
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 The Bulls Head compare to other places in South Derbyshire?
85% of the 753 rated food businesses in South Derbyshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Bulls Head is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Derbyshire Council inspects The Bulls Head 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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