Orwell Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Suffolk
Orwell Stores holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 March 2015, more than 11 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: Suffolk Yacht Harbour, Access To Levington Marina, Stratton Hall, IP10 0LN
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts Orwell Stores among the 1,994 places in East Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 1,994 | 86% | ← Orwell Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 212 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 202 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 Very good
- How well they manage food safety 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 Orwell Stores 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 Orwell Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbourside Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Haven Ports Yacht Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 March 2025 |
| The Harbour Room Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
| Levington Ship Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2026 |
Questions about Orwell Stores
What is Orwell Stores's food hygiene rating?
Orwell Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 31 March 2015.
Is Orwell Stores 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Orwell Stores last inspected?
Orwell Stores was last inspected on 31 March 2015, more than 11 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Orwell Stores?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Orwell Stores compare to other places in East Suffolk?
86% of the 2,317 rated food businesses in East Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Orwell Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects Orwell Stores 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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