Fodder food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Herefordshire
Fodder 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 7 January 2015, more than 11 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: 26-27 Church Street, HR1 2LR
How it compares in Herefordshire
That puts Fodder among the 1,217 places in Herefordshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 1,217 | 78% | ← Fodder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 104 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 195 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very 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 Fodder 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 Fodder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2015 |
| Ainslie House Caring Premises | 111 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2025 |
| Green Dragon Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 118 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Cornish Bakery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 118 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| Greggs Retailers - other | 130 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| Donut Delights Retailers - other | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 March 2026 |
| Eden Coffee House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 141 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2024 |
| Greek Gourmet Takeaway/sandwich shop | 156 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 May 2025 |
Questions about Fodder
What is Fodder's food hygiene rating?
Fodder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Herefordshire Council on 7 January 2015.
Is Fodder 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 Fodder last inspected?
Fodder was last inspected on 7 January 2015, more than 11 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Herefordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Fodder?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Fodder compare to other places in Herefordshire?
78% of the 1,562 rated food businesses in Herefordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Fodder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Herefordshire Council inspects Fodder 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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