The Cree food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Northumberland
The Cree 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 28 September 2022, 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.
Address: 24 Woodhorn Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9AE
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts The Cree among the 2,778 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,778 | 90% | ← The Cree | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 213 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 68 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 397 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 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 Cree 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 Cree, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixy Chicken Takeaway/sandwich shop | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 June 2026 |
| Admiral Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 207 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 October 2022 |
| Crossroads Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 219 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Cafe Bangla Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 248 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 March 2026 |
| Ashington Leisure Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 258 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Expresso Amusements Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 274 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Fry Inn Takeaway/sandwich shop | 337 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2025 |
| Colliers Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 377 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2025 |
Questions about The Cree
What is The Cree's food hygiene rating?
The Cree has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 28 September 2022.
Is The Cree 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 Cree last inspected?
The Cree was last inspected on 28 September 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Cree?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Cree compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,077 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and The Cree is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects The Cree 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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The Cree is one of 217 rated food businesses in Ashington. See every hygiene rating in Ashington →
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