Deerhurst food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · New Forest
Deerhurst holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 26 August 2016, more than 9 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: 20 Deerleap Way, New Milton, BH25 5EU
How it compares in New Forest
That puts Deerhurst among the 1,153 places in New Forest 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 | 1,153 | 80% | ← Deerhurst | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 183 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 138 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 Deerhurst 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 Deerhurst, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caterplus at Woolridge View Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2026 |
| Hoburne Bashley Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
| Ferndene Farm Shop Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| Danestream Farm Shop Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
| Health and Independent Living Support (Hils) Distributors/Transporters | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 November 2024 |
| Mornington Court Care Home Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2025 |
| Bashley (Rydal) Cricket Club Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2024 |
| Bashley Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 November 2021 |
Questions about Deerhurst
What is Deerhurst's food hygiene rating?
Deerhurst has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 26 August 2016.
Is Deerhurst 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Deerhurst last inspected?
Deerhurst was last inspected on 26 August 2016, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Deerhurst?
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 Deerhurst compare to other places in New Forest?
80% of the 1,435 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and Deerhurst is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects Deerhurst 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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