The Windmill's End food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Sandwell
The Windmill's End 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 10 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: 393 Long Lane, Rowley Regis, B65 0JE
How it compares in Sandwell
That puts The Windmill's End among the 1,561 places in Sandwell holding top marks, 66% 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 | 1,561 | 66% | ← The Windmill's End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 513 | 22% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 168 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 41 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 56 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 11 | <1% |
A further 326 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 The Windmill's End 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 The Windmill's End, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobbo's Todays Catch Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| Bostin Darts 180 Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 81 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 March 2026 |
| Blackheath Fruit and Vegetables Retailers - other | 91 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2018 |
| Bake My Day Other catering premises | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| Artisan Expresso Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 128 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2025 |
| Admiral Amusements Other catering premises | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2021 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 278 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2021 |
| Blackheath Coronation Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 427 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2024 |
Questions about The Windmill's End
What is The Windmill's End's food hygiene rating?
The Windmill's End has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Sandwell Council on 10 March 2020.
Is The Windmill's End 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 The Windmill's End last inspected?
The Windmill's End was last inspected on 10 March 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Sandwell Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Windmill's End?
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 The Windmill's End compare to other places in Sandwell?
66% of the 2,350 rated food businesses in Sandwell hold the top rating of 5, and The Windmill's End is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Sandwell Council inspects The Windmill's End 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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