Golden Lion food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Golden Lion 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 7 April 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: 1 East End, Sedgefield, TS21 3AU
How it compares in Durham
That puts Golden Lion 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% | ← Golden Lion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Very 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 Golden Lion 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 Golden Lion, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier - TAAH Convenience Retailers - other | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2024 |
| Sedgefield Fisheries Takeaway/sandwich shop | 56 yards away | 4 - Good | 4 June 2026 |
| Eastern Chop Suey House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 64 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 December 2025 |
| The Dun Cow Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 70 yards away | 2 - Some improvement necessary | 28 April 2026 |
| Franklin House Children's Nursery Ltd School/college/university | 106 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2025 |
| King Chef Takeaway/sandwich shop | 161 yards away | 4 - Good | 8 January 2025 |
| Pizza Castle Express Takeaway/sandwich shop | 166 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2026 |
| .Pizza Castle Express Takeaway/sandwich shop | 166 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Golden Lion
What is Golden Lion's food hygiene rating?
Golden Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 7 April 2022.
Is Golden Lion 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 Golden Lion last inspected?
Golden Lion was last inspected on 7 April 2022, more than 4 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 Golden Lion?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Golden Lion compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Golden Lion is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Golden Lion 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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Understanding this rating
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