W H Smith Ltd food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Ayrshire
W H Smith Ltd has no published result under Scotland's food hygiene scheme yet.
The rating: Exempt
The rating dates from 19 October 2017, more than 8 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: W H Smith Ltd, 36 King Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 1NP
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to W H Smith Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| DM Fruit Co Retailers - other | 53 yards away | Pass | 17 September 2025 |
| Angelo's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 118 yards away | Pass | 2 October 2024 |
| Caffe Sala Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 118 yards away | Pass | 4 September 2025 |
| Costa Coffee Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 170 yards away | Pass | 10 June 2025 |
| Brown Munde Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 188 yards away | Pass | 21 November 2024 |
| David Faulds & Son Manufacturers/packers | 202 yards away | Pass | 26 June 2025 |
| Cafe Da Vinci Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 209 yards away | Pass | 5 March 2026 |
| Exotic Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 238 yards away | Pass | 15 October 2025 |
Questions about W H Smith Ltd
What is W H Smith Ltd's food hygiene rating?
W H Smith Ltd does not have a numeric food hygiene rating. Its current status is "Exempt".
When was W H Smith Ltd last inspected?
W H Smith Ltd was last inspected on 19 October 2017, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Ayrshire Council rather than by the business.
Who decides the rating?
East Ayrshire Council inspects W H Smith Ltd 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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