Hammer & Stithy food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Wakefield
Hammer & Stithy 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 15 October 2015, more than 10 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: 164 Dewsbury Road, Ossett, WF5 9PE
How it compares in Wakefield
That puts Hammer & Stithy among the 2,111 places in Wakefield holding top marks, 78% 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 | 2,111 | 78% | ← Hammer & Stithy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 437 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 36 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 360 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 Hammer & Stithy 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 Hammer & Stithy, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Club School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| Bobby's Salt & Pepper Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2024 |
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 November 2023 |
| Bargain Corner Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| Bier Huis Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2013 |
| Bank Street Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| Aspens Services Limited School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 October 2024 |
| Breakfast/After School Club School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
Questions about Hammer & Stithy
What is Hammer & Stithy's food hygiene rating?
Hammer & Stithy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wakefield Council on 15 October 2015.
Is Hammer & Stithy 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 Hammer & Stithy last inspected?
Hammer & Stithy was last inspected on 15 October 2015, more than 10 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wakefield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hammer & Stithy?
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 Hammer & Stithy compare to other places in Wakefield?
78% of the 2,692 rated food businesses in Wakefield hold the top rating of 5, and Hammer & Stithy is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wakefield Council inspects Hammer & Stithy 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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