Rather Splendid Events food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · East Suffolk
Rather Splendid Events holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 11 November 2014, 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: Christmas Cottage, Farnham Road, Snape, IP17 1QW
How it compares in East Suffolk
That puts Rather Splendid Events 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% | ← Rather Splendid Events | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Rather Splendid Events 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 Rather Splendid Events, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Efficient Retailers - other | 275 yards away | 4 - Good | 12 August 2025 |
| Marsh Farm Caravan Site Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2009 |
| Friday Street Farm Shop / Cafe & Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2024 |
| Maximus Sustainable Fishing Retailers - other | 1.2 miles away | 4 - Good | 5 March 2026 |
| Fresh Food Pantry Retailers - other | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2018 |
| MALT And Riverside Cafe & Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| Earsham Street Delicatessen At Snape Maltings Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2025 |
| Railway Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 January 2023 |
Questions about Rather Splendid Events
What is Rather Splendid Events's food hygiene rating?
Rather Splendid Events has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Suffolk Council on 11 November 2014.
Is Rather Splendid Events 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Rather Splendid Events last inspected?
Rather Splendid Events was last inspected on 11 November 2014, 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 Rather Splendid Events?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Rather Splendid Events 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 Rather Splendid Events is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Suffolk Council inspects Rather Splendid Events 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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