The Londesborough Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Kesteven
The Londesborough Arms 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 20 September 2010, more than 15 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: Middle Street, LN4 3EU
How it compares in North Kesteven
That puts The Londesborough Arms among the 860 places in North Kesteven holding top marks, 93% 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 | 860 | 93% | ← The Londesborough Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 55 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 0 | 0% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 52 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building 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 Londesborough Arms 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 Londesborough Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metheringham Pre-School School/college/university | 63 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2014 |
| J A Andrews & Sons Ltd. Manufacturers/packers | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
| Kelly's Catch Takeaway/sandwich shop | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Maharaaj Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Pizza Plus Takeaway/sandwich shop | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2025 |
| The Lincolnshire Poacher Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| Turgay's Place Takeaway/sandwich shop | 109 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2024 |
| Top Wok Takeaway/sandwich shop | 109 yards away | 4 - Good | 25 June 2025 |
Questions about The Londesborough Arms
What is The Londesborough Arms's food hygiene rating?
The Londesborough Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Kesteven Council on 20 September 2010.
Is The Londesborough Arms 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 Londesborough Arms last inspected?
The Londesborough Arms was last inspected on 20 September 2010, more than 15 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Londesborough Arms?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Londesborough Arms compare to other places in North Kesteven?
93% of the 924 rated food businesses in North Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and The Londesborough Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Kesteven Council inspects The Londesborough Arms 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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