Pearce Court food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · South Oxfordshire
Pearce Court 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 8 February 2024, more than 2 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: Windmill Road, Thame, Oxon, OX9 2DJ
How it compares in South Oxfordshire
That puts Pearce Court among the 808 places in South Oxfordshire holding top marks, 71% 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 | 808 | 71% | ← Pearce Court | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 186 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 120 | 11% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 116 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 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 Pearce Court 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 Pearce Court, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Kite Children's Centre Other catering premises | 163 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2019 |
| Players Theatre Other catering premises | 264 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
| The Old Nags Head Pub/bar/nightclub | 357 yards away | 4 - Good | 29 March 2022 |
| The Black Horse Pub/bar/nightclub | 362 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| The Monkey Puzzle Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 391 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2025 |
| Kali Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 October 2024 |
| The Cottage Bakery Retailers - other | 393 yards away | 4 - Good | 26 March 2026 |
| Oxfam Retailers - other | 405 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2022 |
Questions about Pearce Court
What is Pearce Court's food hygiene rating?
Pearce Court has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Oxfordshire Council on 8 February 2024.
Is Pearce Court 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 Pearce Court last inspected?
Pearce Court was last inspected on 8 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Oxfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Pearce Court?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Pearce Court compare to other places in South Oxfordshire?
71% of the 1,136 rated food businesses in South Oxfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Pearce Court is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Oxfordshire Council inspects Pearce Court 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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Understanding this rating
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