Helmsdale Smokehouse food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Highland
Helmsdale Smokehouse was told improvement was required at its most recent inspection. Under Scotland's scheme that means the inspector found the food producer fell short of the legal standard and expects it to put things right.
The rating: Improvement required
The rating dates from 9 December 2015, more than 10 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: 1 Shorehead, Helmsdale, KW8 6JA
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Helmsdale Smokehouse, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helmsdale Community Centre Other catering premises | at this address | Pass | 19 January 2012 |
| Spar Retailers - other | at this address | Pass | 17 June 2013 |
| Thyme & Plaice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | Pass | 12 July 2023 |
| Timespan Helmsdale Heritage Society Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | Pass | 24 August 2012 |
| Bridge Guest House Other catering premises | 24 yards away | Pass | 26 July 2018 |
| La Mirage Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 24 yards away | Pass | 22 December 2022 |
| House of Bread (Taigh Arain). Retailers - other | 36 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| McColls Retailers - other | 82 yards away | Pass | 20 June 2012 |
Questions about Helmsdale Smokehouse
What is Helmsdale Smokehouse's food hygiene rating?
Helmsdale Smokehouse does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Improvement required".
When was Helmsdale Smokehouse last inspected?
Helmsdale Smokehouse was last inspected on 9 December 2015, more than 10 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Highland Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
Highland Council inspects Helmsdale Smokehouse 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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