Tanfield Lea WMC food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Tanfield Lea WMC 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 22 September 2025, 9 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Tanfield Lea Working Mens Club West Street, Tanfield Lea, DH9 9NA
How it compares in Durham
That puts Tanfield Lea WMC among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Tanfield Lea WMC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Tanfield Lea WMC 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 Tanfield Lea WMC, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&K Catering Mobile caterer | at this address | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Florida Syrups Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2025 |
| J&I Food Trading Mobile caterer | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2021 |
| The Olive Stone Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2024 |
| Valley View Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 December 2025 |
| Westholme Residential Home Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| 2U Food Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 May 2026 |
| Spar Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2026 |
Questions about Tanfield Lea WMC
What is Tanfield Lea WMC's food hygiene rating?
Tanfield Lea WMC has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 22 September 2025.
Is Tanfield Lea WMC 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 Tanfield Lea WMC last inspected?
Tanfield Lea WMC was last inspected on 22 September 2025, 9 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Tanfield Lea WMC?
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 Tanfield Lea WMC compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Tanfield Lea WMC is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Tanfield Lea WMC 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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