The Black Bull Aughton food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Rotherham
The Black Bull Aughton 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 22 February 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: 29 Main Street, Aughton, S26 3XH
How it compares in Rotherham
That puts The Black Bull Aughton among the 1,785 places in Rotherham holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,785 | 89% | ← The Black Bull Aughton | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 149 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 49 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 187 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 Black Bull Aughton 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 Black Bull Aughton, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Early Years Centre Caring Premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Doorsteps Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Aughton Post Office Retailers - other | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 July 2018 |
| Aston Junior Academy School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2022 |
| Del's Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2019 |
| Aston Parish Hall Other catering premises | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2019 |
| Churchill's Fish & Chips Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2026 |
| Bakethrough Desserts Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
Questions about The Black Bull Aughton
What is The Black Bull Aughton's food hygiene rating?
The Black Bull Aughton has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Rotherham Council on 22 February 2023.
Is The Black Bull Aughton 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 Black Bull Aughton last inspected?
The Black Bull Aughton was last inspected on 22 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Rotherham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Black Bull Aughton?
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 Black Bull Aughton compare to other places in Rotherham?
89% of the 2,007 rated food businesses in Rotherham hold the top rating of 5, and The Black Bull Aughton is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Rotherham Council inspects The Black Bull Aughton 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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