The Pavilion food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
The Pavilion 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 24 October 2019, more than 6 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: The Pavilion Bishop Auckland Cricket Club South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JU
How it compares in Durham
That puts The Pavilion among the 3,088 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,088 | 75% | ← The Pavilion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 676 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 284 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 518 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 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 The Pavilion 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 The Pavilion, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 23 October 2025 |
| Angel Trust Retailers - other | 78 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| Longstaff's Family Bakers Retailers - other | 112 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2026 |
| Next Door Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 116 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2026 |
| Gregory's Bakers & Deli Manufacturers/packers | 120 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2026 |
| Cooplands Retailers - other | 271 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2024 |
| Panda Panda Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 282 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 September 2024 |
| Holland and Barrett Retailers - other | 282 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2026 |
Questions about The Pavilion
What is The Pavilion's food hygiene rating?
The Pavilion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 24 October 2019.
Is The Pavilion 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 The Pavilion last inspected?
The Pavilion was last inspected on 24 October 2019, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Pavilion?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Pavilion compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,122 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and The Pavilion is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects The Pavilion 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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