The Old Plough food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Gloucestershire
The Old Plough 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 20 April 2023, more than 3 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: Westons Way, Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 9RR
How it compares in South Gloucestershire
That puts The Old Plough among the 1,402 places in South Gloucestershire holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,402 | 84% | ← The Old Plough | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 173 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 64 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 437 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 Old Plough 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 Old Plough, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash View House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2025 |
| Brandon Cafes @ Grimsbury Farm Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 November 2025 |
| Avon Valley Care Home Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 November 2025 |
| Aspens Services Ltd At Kings Oak Academy School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2026 |
| Aspens Services Ltd At Kings Oak Primary School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2025 |
| Barton Hill Rugby Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
| Asda Main Store Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| AIP C/O Our Lady Of Lordes Catholic Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2025 |
Questions about The Old Plough
What is The Old Plough's food hygiene rating?
The Old Plough has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Gloucestershire Council on 20 April 2023.
Is The Old Plough 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 Old Plough last inspected?
The Old Plough was last inspected on 20 April 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Gloucestershire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Old Plough?
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 Old Plough compare to other places in South Gloucestershire?
84% of the 1,674 rated food businesses in South Gloucestershire hold the top rating of 5, and The Old Plough is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Gloucestershire Council inspects The Old Plough 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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