Apple County Cider food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Monmouthshire
Apple County Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 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: Whitehouse, Crossways, Newcastle, NP25 5NS
How it compares in Monmouthshire
That puts Apple County Cider among the 799 places in Monmouthshire holding top marks, 80% 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 | 799 | 80% | ← Apple County Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 60 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 97 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 Apple County Cider 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 Apple County Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Oak Garage Retailers - other | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 May 2013 |
| Garway Moon Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.2 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 12 March 2026 |
| Garway Pre-School Caring Premises | 2.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2024 |
| Kelsmor Dairy Manufacturers/packers | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| Cross Ash Junior & Infants School/college/university | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2025 |
Questions about Apple County Cider
What is Apple County Cider's food hygiene rating?
Apple County Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Monmouthshire Council on 21 July 2023.
Is Apple County Cider 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Apple County Cider last inspected?
Apple County Cider was last inspected on 21 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Monmouthshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Apple County Cider?
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 Apple County Cider compare to other places in Monmouthshire?
80% of the 999 rated food businesses in Monmouthshire hold the top rating of 5, and Apple County Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Monmouthshire Council inspects Apple County Cider 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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