Witton Gilbert Service Station food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Witton Gilbert Service Station 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
This is a fresh result: Witton Gilbert Service Station was inspected on 6 June 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: Kaysburn Service Station Lanchester Road, Durham, DH7 6TS
How it compares in Durham
That puts Witton Gilbert Service Station among the 3,086 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 | 3,086 | 75% | ← Witton Gilbert Service Station | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 684 | 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 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 Witton Gilbert Service Station 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 Witton Gilbert Service Station, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Travellers Rest Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 25 September 2025 |
| Langley Park Working Mens Club & Institute Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 15 September 2025 |
| The Glendenning Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2024 |
| The Healthy Prep Chef Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Golden Horse Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 16 April 2026 |
| Amins Spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
| Marton Care Homes - Langley Park Care Home Caring Premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| The Langley Park Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2022 |
Questions about Witton Gilbert Service Station
What is Witton Gilbert Service Station's food hygiene rating?
Witton Gilbert Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 6 June 2026.
Is Witton Gilbert Service Station 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 Witton Gilbert Service Station last inspected?
Witton Gilbert Service Station was last inspected on 6 June 2026, a month 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 Witton Gilbert Service Station?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Witton Gilbert Service Station compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Witton Gilbert Service Station is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Witton Gilbert Service Station 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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