Farncombe Fresh Foods food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Waverley
Farncombe Fresh Foods holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 14 July 2023, more than 2 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: 101A Long Gore, Farncombe, Godalming, GU7 3TW
How it compares in Waverley
That puts Farncombe Fresh Foods among the 755 places in Waverley holding top marks, 79% 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 | 755 | 79% | ← Farncombe Fresh Foods | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 113 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 60 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 107 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 Farncombe Fresh Foods 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 Farncombe Fresh Foods, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farncombe Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| EA Godalming Leisure Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2025 |
| Farncombe Tandoori Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 June 2026 |
| Broadwater Lodge Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2026 |
| Farncombe Food and Wine Ltd Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2022 |
| Co-Operative Group Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2024 |
| Brotherwoods Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2026 |
| Godalming Naval Club Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2025 |
Questions about Farncombe Fresh Foods
What is Farncombe Fresh Foods's food hygiene rating?
Farncombe Fresh Foods has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Waverley Council on 14 July 2023.
Is Farncombe Fresh Foods 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Farncombe Fresh Foods last inspected?
Farncombe Fresh Foods was last inspected on 14 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Waverley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Farncombe Fresh Foods?
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 Farncombe Fresh Foods compare to other places in Waverley?
79% of the 960 rated food businesses in Waverley hold the top rating of 5, and Farncombe Fresh Foods is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Waverley Council inspects Farncombe Fresh Foods 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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