Blackhill Masonic Hall food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Blackhill Masonic Hall 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 3 July 2024, more than 2 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: Masonic Hall Laburnum Avenue, Blackhill, DH8 5TD
How it compares in Durham
That puts Blackhill Masonic Hall among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Blackhill Masonic Hall | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 682 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 51 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Very 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 Blackhill Masonic Hall 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 Blackhill Masonic Hall, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allison's Catering Service (Blackhill) Pub/bar/nightclub | 14 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 July 2024 |
| Consett Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 336 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 June 2024 |
| JF Kennedy Care Centre Other catering premises | 364 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Shotley Bridge Nursery School School/college/university | 378 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2026 |
| Lisa's Little Tearoom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 385 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2025 |
| Blackhill Fish and Chip Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 390 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Londis Blackhill Retailers - other | 408 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2024 |
| Phoenix Express Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 408 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 January 2024 |
Questions about Blackhill Masonic Hall
What is Blackhill Masonic Hall's food hygiene rating?
Blackhill Masonic Hall has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 3 July 2024.
Is Blackhill Masonic Hall 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 Blackhill Masonic Hall last inspected?
Blackhill Masonic Hall was last inspected on 3 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Blackhill Masonic Hall?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Blackhill Masonic Hall compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Blackhill Masonic Hall is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Blackhill Masonic Hall 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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