Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry 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 28 May 2025, 13 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.
Address: Main Street, Banoge, Donaghcloney, BT66 7LR
How it compares in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
That puts Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry among the 1,451 places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon holding top marks, 83% 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 | 1,451 | 83% | ← Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 211 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 64 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 145 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 Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry 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 Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa - Donaghcloney Service Station Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2025 |
| Snak Box Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2023 |
| Village Cellars Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2023 |
| W J Holmes & Son Manufacturers/packers | at this address | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2025 |
| Tsan Welcome Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 4 - Good | 3 March 2025 |
| Lil’ Treats by Dylan Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 30 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2026 |
| Donaghcloney Primary School School/college/university | 152 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Cherry Trees & Honey Bees Caring Premises | 390 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
Questions about Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry
What is Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry's food hygiene rating?
Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council on 28 May 2025.
Is Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry 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 Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry last inspected?
Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry was last inspected on 28 May 2025, 13 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry?
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 Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry compare to other places in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon?
83% of the 1,738 rated food businesses in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon hold the top rating of 5, and Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council inspects Donaghcloney Parish Freezer Ministry 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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