Mr J R Coppin food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Mr J R Coppin holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 25 October 2018, more than 7 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: The Spinneys, Hanby Lane, Willoughby Alford, LN13 9NN
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Mr J R Coppin among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← Mr J R Coppin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Very 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 Mr J R Coppin 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 Mr J R Coppin, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willoughby Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 21 May 2025 |
| St Helenas C Of E Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| Mr Whippy Mobile caterer | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 June 2022 |
| The Blacksmiths Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.5 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 10 December 2025 |
| Skendleby Playgroup Caring Premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2024 |
| The Gables Residential Care Caring Premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 January 2025 |
| Tea Room At Gunby Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2025 |
| Tastee Farm Shop Retailers - other | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2017 |
Questions about Mr J R Coppin
What is Mr J R Coppin's food hygiene rating?
Mr J R Coppin has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 25 October 2018.
Is Mr J R Coppin 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Mr J R Coppin last inspected?
Mr J R Coppin was last inspected on 25 October 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Mr J R Coppin?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Mr J R Coppin compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,162 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Mr J R Coppin is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Mr J R Coppin 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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