Melbourne Royal British Legion food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Derbyshire
Melbourne Royal British Legion 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 17 March 2025, 17 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
95% of rated food businesses in South Derbyshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all South Derbyshire ratings →
Address: 73 Derby Road, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8FE
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in South Derbyshire
That puts Melbourne Royal British Legion among the 640 places in South Derbyshire 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 | 640 | 85% | ← Melbourne Royal British Legion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 77 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 122 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 Melbourne Royal British Legion 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 Melbourne Royal British Legion, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turaa Indian Streatery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 19 yards away | 4 - Good | 15 July 2026 |
| The Coach House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 34 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| Zeerah Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 90 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2024 |
| Alma Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2025 |
| Melbourne Delicatessen and Kitchen Retailers - other | 190 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2024 |
| Tapas@No2 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 212 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Second Sitting Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 225 yards away | 4 - Good | 27 July 2026 |
| A Shade Different Retailers - other | 229 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Melbourne Royal British Legion
What is Melbourne Royal British Legion's food hygiene rating?
Melbourne Royal British Legion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Derbyshire Council on 17 March 2025.
Is Melbourne Royal British Legion 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 Melbourne Royal British Legion last inspected?
Melbourne Royal British Legion was last inspected on 17 March 2025, 17 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Derbyshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Melbourne Royal British Legion?
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 Melbourne Royal British Legion compare to other places in South Derbyshire?
85% of the 753 rated food businesses in South Derbyshire hold the top rating of 5, and Melbourne Royal British Legion is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Derbyshire Council inspects Melbourne Royal British Legion 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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