Alison Arms food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Chorley
Alison Arms 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 2 March 2020, 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: 279 Preston Road, Coppull, Chorley, PR7 5DU
How it compares in Chorley
That puts Alison Arms among the 754 places in Chorley holding top marks, 87% 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 | 754 | 87% | ← Alison Arms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 77 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 23 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 116 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 Alison Arms 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 Alison Arms, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coppull St John's Primary School School/college/university | 58 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2026 |
| Chorley Panthers Pub/bar/nightclub | 196 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2025 |
| Gabby's Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 May 2025 |
| Hong Hu Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2026 |
| Gulshan One Standish Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 December 2025 |
| Coppull Conservative Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2025 |
| Candy Store Coppull Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 November 2022 |
| Kids Planet Coppull Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2025 |
Questions about Alison Arms
What is Alison Arms's food hygiene rating?
Alison Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chorley Council on 2 March 2020.
Is Alison Arms 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 Alison Arms last inspected?
Alison Arms was last inspected on 2 March 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chorley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Alison Arms?
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 Alison Arms compare to other places in Chorley?
87% of the 863 rated food businesses in Chorley hold the top rating of 5, and Alison Arms is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chorley Council inspects Alison Arms 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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