The Ridge Retreat and Spa food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Cumberland
The Ridge Retreat and Spa 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 24 May 2024, 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: Serenity Beauty Spa Ridge View Ridge View, Walton, CA8 2JR
How it compares in Cumberland
That puts The Ridge Retreat and Spa among the 2,087 places in Cumberland holding top marks, 84% 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 | 2,087 | 84% | ← The Ridge Retreat and Spa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 285 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 88 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 258 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 Ridge Retreat and Spa 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 Ridge Retreat and Spa, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florrie's on the Wall Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2024 |
| Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Old Vicarage Brewery & Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Abbey Farmhouse Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2024 |
| Cafe Lanercost Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
| Lanercost School Kitchen School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | Exempt | |
| Little's Kitchen Other catering premises | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 June 2025 |
| Kirby Moor School School/college/university | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 September 2024 |
Questions about The Ridge Retreat and Spa
What is The Ridge Retreat and Spa's food hygiene rating?
The Ridge Retreat and Spa has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cumberland Council on 24 May 2024.
Is The Ridge Retreat and Spa 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 The Ridge Retreat and Spa last inspected?
The Ridge Retreat and Spa was last inspected on 24 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Ridge Retreat and Spa?
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 Ridge Retreat and Spa compare to other places in Cumberland?
84% of the 2,490 rated food businesses in Cumberland hold the top rating of 5, and The Ridge Retreat and Spa is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cumberland Council inspects The Ridge Retreat and Spa 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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