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Killelea House food hygiene rating

Caring Premises · Bury

Killelea House holds a 1: major improvement is necessary. The inspector found significant problems at the care premises and the business is legally required to address them.

The rating: 1 - Major improvement necessary

The rating dates from 16 December 2024, 18 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.

Address: Killelea House, Brandlesholme Road, Bury, BL8 1JJ

How it compares in Bury

A 1 is rare: only 22 of 1,110 rated places in Bury score this low, about one in 50. By contrast 75% of the borough holds a 5, so this is well below what the council's inspectors normally find.

Every rated food business in Bury
5 out of 5 828 75%
4 out of 5 135 12%
3 out of 5 92 8%
2 out of 5 30 3%
1 out of 5 22 2% ← Killelea House
0 out of 5 3 <1%

A further 126 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.

What the inspector found

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 Killelea House the inspector recorded concerns over confidence in management. Because the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, that is what holds the score down.

What the business says

&lt;h1&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;h1&gt; Business details&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Food business operator/proprietor&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Choices for living well&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Business name&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Killelea House&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Business addresses&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Brandlesholme Road&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; BL8 1JJ&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Inspection details&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Date of inspection&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;16/12/24&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Food hygiene rating given&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;1&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Comments&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; I agree with the inspection results but have since carried out the following improvements (tick all that apply):&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The establishment has been thoroughly cleaned and procedures are in place to ensure that cleanliness is maintained&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The establishment has been or will shortly be fully renovated.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; A new management system has been implemented.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; There is now a new manager and/or new staff.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The staff have been trained/re-trained/given instruction/are under revised supervisory arrangements.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Other &amp;ndash; please specify below.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The report states there is no available dishwasher. I can confirm there are steam dishwashers in use in every kitchen, and were at the time of the inspection.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; At Killelea House we take food hygiene very seriously. The lower than expected rating was predominantly due to improvements needing to be made in the paperwork element of the inspection.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Since the inspection, we are in the process of implementing robust measures to address this and we look forward to welcoming the inspector back in the very near future, where we will be able to demonstrate full compliance with management procedures and we are confident our rating will score highly.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The conditions found at the time of the inspection were not typical of the normal conditions maintained at the establishment and arose because (Please explain below and use only the space provided. You can also state any other improvements made):&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Signature &lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Name - in capitals&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Michelle Wheatley&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Position&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Registered Manager&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Date&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;31/12/2024&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;

Businesses have a right to reply to their rating. This response is published by the Food Standards Agency alongside the score.

Food hygiene ratings nearby

The closest food businesses to Killelea House, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.

Business Distance Rating Inspected
Cosalea Brandlesholme Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen 80 yards away 5 - Very good 29 July 2025
Brandlesholme Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop 0.4 miles away 5 - Very good 28 July 2025
Alison Kirton Retailers - other 0.5 miles away 5 - Very good 21 January 2025
Delicious Catering Other catering premises 0.7 miles away 5 - Very good 21 March 2025
Agricola House Caring Premises 0.7 miles away 5 - Very good 19 March 2025
Bank House Care Home Caring Premises 0.8 miles away 5 - Very good 18 December 2025
China Red Takeaway/sandwich shop 0.8 miles away 5 - Very good 19 January 2026
China Rose Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen 0.9 miles away 5 - Very good 28 January 2026

Questions about Killelea House

What is Killelea House's food hygiene rating?

Killelea House has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5 (major improvement necessary), given by Bury Council on 16 December 2024.

Is Killelea House safe to eat at?

A 1 means the inspector found problems the business is required to fix. The care premises is not shut down, a rating is not a closure order, but standards were found to be below what the law expects at the time of inspection.

When was Killelea House last inspected?

Killelea House was last inspected on 16 December 2024, 18 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bury Council rather than by the business.

What did the inspector find at Killelea House?

The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "major improvement necessary". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.

How does Killelea House compare to other places in Bury?

75% of the 1,110 rated food businesses in Bury hold the top rating of 5, while Killelea House holds a 1. 22 places in the area share that rating.

Has Killelea House responded to its rating?

Yes. Businesses have a right to reply, published alongside the rating. Killelea House said: “&lt;h1&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;h1&gt; Business details&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Food business operator/proprietor&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Choices for living well&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Business name&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Killelea House&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Business addresses&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Brandlesholme Road&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; BL8 1JJ&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Inspection details&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Date of inspection&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;16/12/24&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Food hygiene rating given&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;1&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Comments&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; I agree with the inspection results but have since carried out the following improvements (tick all that apply):&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The establishment has been thoroughly cleaned and procedures are in place to ensure that cleanliness is maintained&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The establishment has been or will shortly be fully renovated.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; A new management system has been implemented.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; There is now a new manager and/or new staff.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The staff have been trained/re-trained/given instruction/are under revised supervisory arrangements.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Other &amp;ndash; please specify below.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The report states there is no available dishwasher. I can confirm there are steam dishwashers in use in every kitchen, and were at the time of the inspection.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; At Killelea House we take food hygiene very seriously. The lower than expected rating was predominantly due to improvements needing to be made in the paperwork element of the inspection.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Since the inspection, we are in the process of implementing robust measures to address this and we look forward to welcoming the inspector back in the very near future, where we will be able to demonstrate full compliance with management procedures and we are confident our rating will score highly.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; ?&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; The conditions found at the time of the inspection were not typical of the normal conditions maintained at the establishment and arose because (Please explain below and use only the space provided. You can also state any other improvements made):&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Signature &lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Name - in capitals&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Michelle Wheatley&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Position&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Registered Manager&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Date&lt;span style=&quot;white-space:pre&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;31/12/2024&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div&gt; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;”

Who decides the rating?

Bury Council inspects Killelea House 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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