The Cotswold Larder food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Wychavon
The Cotswold Larder holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 April 2022, more than 4 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: Hayway Farm, Collin Lane, Broadway, WR12 7PB
How it compares in Wychavon
That puts The Cotswold Larder among the 632 places in Wychavon holding top marks, 81% 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 | 632 | 81% | ← The Cotswold Larder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 97 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 37 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 323 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 The Cotswold Larder 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 Cotswold Larder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowerfield Farm Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2019 |
| Childswickham Memorial Hall Other catering premises | 1.0 miles away | Exempt | |
| The Bell Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| The New Inn (Bar) Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| New Inn (kitchen) Mobile caterer | 1.0 miles away | Exempt | |
| Broadway Station Refreshment Rooms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| Brompton House Caring Premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 August 2025 |
| Elysium Healthcare At Brookhouse Caring Premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
Questions about The Cotswold Larder
What is The Cotswold Larder's food hygiene rating?
The Cotswold Larder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wychavon Council on 20 April 2022.
Is The Cotswold Larder 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Cotswold Larder last inspected?
The Cotswold Larder was last inspected on 20 April 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wychavon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Cotswold Larder?
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 The Cotswold Larder compare to other places in Wychavon?
81% of the 779 rated food businesses in Wychavon hold the top rating of 5, and The Cotswold Larder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wychavon Council inspects The Cotswold Larder 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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The Cotswold Larder is one of 52 rated food businesses in Broadway. See every hygiene rating in Broadway →
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