Eling Tide Mill food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · New Forest
Eling Tide Mill 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 12 April 2018, more than 8 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: Eling Hill, Eling, Totton, SO40 9HF
How it compares in New Forest
That puts Eling Tide Mill among the 1,153 places in New Forest holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,153 | 80% | ← Eling Tide Mill | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 183 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 138 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 Eling Tide Mill 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 Eling Tide Mill, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eling Sailing Club Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2014 |
| Coffee Oasis Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 October 2024 |
| Co-Operative Group Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2025 |
| Charcoal Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 October 2023 |
| Cinnamon Indian Takeaway Also Trading AS Shapla Tandoori Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 November 2024 |
| Forest Park Senior School School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| Chopsticks Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 January 2026 |
| Caterlink at Hounsdown School School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2024 |
Questions about Eling Tide Mill
What is Eling Tide Mill's food hygiene rating?
Eling Tide Mill has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 12 April 2018.
Is Eling Tide Mill 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 Eling Tide Mill last inspected?
Eling Tide Mill was last inspected on 12 April 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Eling Tide Mill?
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 Eling Tide Mill compare to other places in New Forest?
80% of the 1,435 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and Eling Tide Mill is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects Eling Tide Mill 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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