Thomas Moss food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Preston
Thomas Moss 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 15 January 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: Dean Farm Warehouse, Pudding Pie Nook Lane, Preston, PR3 2JL
How it compares in Preston
That puts Thomas Moss among the 1,176 places in Preston holding top marks, 79% 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 | 1,176 | 79% | ← Thomas Moss | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 198 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 103 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 129 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 Thomas Moss 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 Thomas Moss, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton and District Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2024 |
| First Trust Hospital Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
| Co-op Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2024 |
| Delta Hotels by Marriott Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Burger King Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 August 2023 |
| Aldi Stores Limited Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2023 |
| Broughton High School School/college/university | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2026 |
| Evergreen Early Years Caring Premises | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
Questions about Thomas Moss
What is Thomas Moss's food hygiene rating?
Thomas Moss has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Preston Council on 15 January 2020.
Is Thomas Moss 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 Thomas Moss last inspected?
Thomas Moss was last inspected on 15 January 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Preston Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Thomas Moss?
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 Thomas Moss compare to other places in Preston?
79% of the 1,498 rated food businesses in Preston hold the top rating of 5, and Thomas Moss is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Preston Council inspects Thomas Moss 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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