Devon Venison food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Torridge
Devon Venison holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 July 2024, more than 2 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: Cross Green, St Giles On The Heath, Launceston, PL15 9SL
How it compares in Torridge
That puts Devon Venison among the 578 places in Torridge holding top marks, 85% 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 | 578 | 85% | ← Devon Venison | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 61 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 95 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 Devon Venison 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 Devon Venison, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles On The Heath Post Office And Stores Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| Pint And Post Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| St Giles On The Heath Community School School/college/university | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2024 |
| Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2014 |
| Poole Farm Bed And Breakfast Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2015 |
| The Arundell Arms Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.1 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 19 November 2025 |
| Lifton Hall Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2025 |
| Bornel Care Limited Caring Premises | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2024 |
Questions about Devon Venison
What is Devon Venison's food hygiene rating?
Devon Venison has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Torridge Council on 11 July 2024.
Is Devon Venison 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Devon Venison last inspected?
Devon Venison was last inspected on 11 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Torridge Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Devon Venison?
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 Devon Venison compare to other places in Torridge?
85% of the 678 rated food businesses in Torridge hold the top rating of 5, and Devon Venison is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Torridge Council inspects Devon Venison 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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