Head Of Steam food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · West Northamptonshire
Head Of Steam 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
This is a fresh result: Head Of Steam was inspected on 22 May 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: 10 Station Road, Lilbourne, West Northamptonshire, CV23 0SX
How it compares in West Northamptonshire
That puts Head Of Steam among the 2,565 places in West Northamptonshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 2,565 | 78% | ← Head Of Steam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 377 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 251 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 39 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 44 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 9 | <1% |
A further 772 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 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 Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stobart Truckstop Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
| The Cherry Tree Freehouse Limited Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 January 2025 |
| Manor Farm Shop And Tea Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 February 2024 |
Questions about Head Of Steam
What is Head Of Steam's food hygiene rating?
Head Of Steam has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Northamptonshire Council on 22 May 2026.
Is Head Of Steam 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 Head Of Steam last inspected?
Head Of Steam was last inspected on 22 May 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Head Of Steam?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Head Of Steam compare to other places in West Northamptonshire?
78% of the 3,285 rated food businesses in West Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and Head Of Steam is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Northamptonshire Council inspects Head Of Steam 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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