Joiners Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Derbyshire
Joiners Arms 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 9 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.
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: 117 High Street, Woodville, Swadlincote, DE11 7EA
How it compares in South Derbyshire
That puts Joiners Arms 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% | ← Joiners Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Joiners Arms 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 Joiners Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper Convenience Store Retailers - other | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2024 |
| Greggs PLC Takeaway/sandwich shop | 259 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2026 |
| Kim's Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 273 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2025 |
| Bombay Spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 311 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2026 |
| Ballroom Pool Club Limited Pub/bar/nightclub | 372 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 February 2026 |
| Cafe Vape Retailers - other | 394 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2024 |
| Burg Boss Takeaway/sandwich shop | 437 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2025 |
| Curry Pot Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2025 |
Questions about Joiners Arms
What is Joiners Arms's food hygiene rating?
Joiners Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Derbyshire Council on 9 February 2023.
Is Joiners Arms 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 Joiners Arms last inspected?
Joiners Arms was last inspected on 9 February 2023, more than 3 years 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 Joiners Arms?
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 Joiners Arms compare to other places in South Derbyshire?
85% of the 753 rated food businesses in South Derbyshire hold the top rating of 5, and Joiners Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Derbyshire Council inspects Joiners Arms 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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Joiners Arms is one of 321 rated food businesses in Swadlincote. See every hygiene rating in Swadlincote →
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