The White Swan food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Derbyshire
The White Swan 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 7 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: White Swan Inn 41 Castle Street, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8DY
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How it compares in South Derbyshire
That puts The White Swan 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 White Swan | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 The White Swan 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 White Swan, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Village Restaurant and Takeaway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 31 July 2026 |
| The Spirit Vaults Pub/bar/nightclub | 101 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 28 January 2026 |
| Tea At Three Other catering premises | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| The Athenaeum Hub Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 174 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2026 |
| Pierre Hourlier Wines Retailers - other | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2023 |
| Sitooterie Takeaway/sandwich shop | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2024 |
| Stable Ales (T/A The Brewhouse) Pub/bar/nightclub | 179 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2026 |
| Melbourne Hall Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 179 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 11 July 2026 |
Questions about The White Swan
What is The White Swan's food hygiene rating?
The White Swan has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Derbyshire Council on 7 February 2023.
Is The White Swan 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 White Swan last inspected?
The White Swan was last inspected on 7 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 The White Swan?
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 The White Swan 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 White Swan is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Derbyshire Council inspects The White Swan 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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