Willington Prospect WMC food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Willington Prospect 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 31 July 2019, more than 6 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: 1-3 Prospect Terrace, Willington, DL15 0DT
How it compares in Durham
That puts Willington Prospect 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% | ← Willington Prospect 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 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 Willington Prospect 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 Willington Prospect WMC, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star Takeaway/sandwich shop | 105 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2026 |
| Jimmy Fish Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 105 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| Caitlins Sweet Treats and Cakes Manufacturers/packers | 118 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2025 |
| Londis - Willington Post Office Retailers - other | 125 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2024 |
| Bags-O-Craft Retailers - other | 134 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2024 |
| D and J Meats Retailers - other | 140 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 August 2025 |
| New Shanghai Takeaway/sandwich shop | 156 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 April 2026 |
| A Burnhams Fruiters Retailers - other | 175 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2025 |
Questions about Willington Prospect WMC
What is Willington Prospect WMC's food hygiene rating?
Willington Prospect WMC has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 31 July 2019.
Is Willington Prospect 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 Willington Prospect WMC last inspected?
Willington Prospect WMC was last inspected on 31 July 2019, more than 6 years 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 Willington Prospect WMC?
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 Willington Prospect WMC compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Willington Prospect WMC is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Willington Prospect 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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