Tovil Scout Group food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Maidstone
Tovil Scout Group 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
The rating dates from 25 November 2003, more than 22 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: 405 Willington Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 8HE
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Tovil Scout Group among the 1,136 places in Maidstone holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Tovil Scout Group | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 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 Tovil Scout Group 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 Tovil Scout Group, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Gardens Care Centre Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Celebration Church Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2021 |
| Co-op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2007 |
| Breakfast Club At Greenfields Cp School School/college/university | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 September 2016 |
| Charlie's Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2025 |
| Breakfast Club At Oak Trees County Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 October 2008 |
| Clucky Kent Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 April 2026 |
| Celebrate Families CIC Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
Questions about Tovil Scout Group
What is Tovil Scout Group's food hygiene rating?
Tovil Scout Group has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 25 November 2003.
Is Tovil Scout Group 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 Tovil Scout Group last inspected?
Tovil Scout Group was last inspected on 25 November 2003, more than 22 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Tovil Scout Group?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Tovil Scout Group compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Tovil Scout Group is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Tovil Scout Group 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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