Queens Head Hotel food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Queens Head Hotel 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 7 August 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: 11 Front Street, Annfield Plain, DH9 7SY
How it compares in Durham
That puts Queens Head Hotel 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% | ← Queens Head Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 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 Queens Head Hotel 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 Queens Head Hotel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 13 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2019 |
| Aroma spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 36 yards away | 4 - Good | 30 March 2026 |
| Prime Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 36 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2026 |
| David's Mini Market Retailers - other | 42 yards away | 4 - Good | 14 March 2025 |
| China Tasty Takeaway/sandwich shop | 73 yards away | 4 - Good | 17 April 2026 |
| Golden Fry Takeaway/sandwich shop | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 May 2024 |
| Best One - Gaba & Sons Retailers - other | 84 yards away | 4 - Good | 14 April 2026 |
| Candy Parrot Retailers - other | 84 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2022 |
Questions about Queens Head Hotel
What is Queens Head Hotel's food hygiene rating?
Queens Head Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 7 August 2019.
Is Queens Head Hotel 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 Queens Head Hotel last inspected?
Queens Head Hotel was last inspected on 7 August 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 Queens Head Hotel?
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 Queens Head Hotel compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Queens Head Hotel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Queens Head Hotel 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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Understanding this rating
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Queens Head Hotel is one of 29 rated food businesses in Annfield Plain. See every hygiene rating in Annfield Plain →
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