Shell Romney Marsh food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Folkestone and Hythe
Shell Romney Marsh holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 January 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: Brenzett Filling Station Rhee Wall, Brenzett, TN29 9TY
How it compares in Folkestone and Hythe
That puts Shell Romney Marsh among the 958 places in Folkestone and Hythe holding top marks, 84% 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 | 958 | 84% | ← Shell Romney Marsh | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 111 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 62 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 144 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 Shell Romney Marsh 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 Shell Romney Marsh, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Produce/Old Tractor Shed Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 April 2026 |
| Port Syn Kitchen & Social Hub Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Red Lion Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 August 2016 |
| Bell Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2023 |
| Mama’s Hut Mobile caterer | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 June 2022 |
| Rose & Crown Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2024 |
| Oasis Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2024 |
| Woolpack Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2025 |
Questions about Shell Romney Marsh
What is Shell Romney Marsh's food hygiene rating?
Shell Romney Marsh has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Folkestone and Hythe Council on 24 January 2024.
Is Shell Romney Marsh 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Shell Romney Marsh last inspected?
Shell Romney Marsh was last inspected on 24 January 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Folkestone and Hythe Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Shell Romney Marsh?
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 Shell Romney Marsh compare to other places in Folkestone and Hythe?
84% of the 1,140 rated food businesses in Folkestone and Hythe hold the top rating of 5, and Shell Romney Marsh is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Folkestone and Hythe Council inspects Shell Romney Marsh 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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