Newport Minster food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Isle of Wight
Newport Minster 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 27 February 2019, more than 7 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: St Thomas's Church, St Thomas Square, Newport, PO30 1SG
How it compares in Isle of Wight
That puts Newport Minster among the 1,042 places in Isle of Wight holding top marks, 70% 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 | 1,042 | 70% | ← Newport Minster | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 261 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 139 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 208 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 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 Newport Minster 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 Newport Minster, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holland And Barrett Retailers - other | 34 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Grace's Bakery Retailers - other | 38 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 January 2025 |
| Costa Takeaway/sandwich shop | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 September 2025 |
| Independent Arts Other catering premises | 57 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
| French Franks Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 62 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2026 |
| Apollo Theatre Players Retailers - other | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2017 |
| Goose Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 136 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
| B&M Retail Ltd Retailers - other | 143 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2025 |
Questions about Newport Minster
What is Newport Minster's food hygiene rating?
Newport Minster has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Isle of Wight Council on 27 February 2019.
Is Newport Minster 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 Newport Minster last inspected?
Newport Minster was last inspected on 27 February 2019, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Isle of Wight Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Newport Minster?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Newport Minster compare to other places in Isle of Wight?
70% of the 1,479 rated food businesses in Isle of Wight hold the top rating of 5, and Newport Minster is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Isle of Wight Council inspects Newport Minster 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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Understanding this rating
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