The Square and Compass food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Powys
The Square and Compass 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 28 June 2022, more than 4 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: Forden, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RU
How it compares in Powys
That puts The Square and Compass among the 1,715 places in Powys holding top marks, 74% 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 | 1,715 | 74% | ← The Square and Compass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 437 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 91 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 44 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 24 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 326 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 The Square and Compass 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 The Square and Compass, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| J Payne Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2025 |
| Top House B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 January 2017 |
| Charlies Stores Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2024 |
| Border Garage (Welshpool) Ltd Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 9 January 2024 |
| Long Mountain Shoot Retailers - other | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2012 |
| Leighton Primary School School/college/university | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 February 2025 |
| Forden Church in Wales School School/college/university | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2026 |
| Forden Breakfast Club School/college/university | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
Questions about The Square and Compass
What is The Square and Compass's food hygiene rating?
The Square and Compass has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Powys Council on 28 June 2022.
Is The Square and Compass 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 The Square and Compass last inspected?
The Square and Compass was last inspected on 28 June 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Powys Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Square and Compass?
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 The Square and Compass compare to other places in Powys?
74% of the 2,314 rated food businesses in Powys hold the top rating of 5, and The Square and Compass is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Powys Council inspects The Square and Compass 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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