Coston Hall Farm food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · South Norfolk
Coston Hall Farm 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 11 July 2017, 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: Coston Hall, Church Lane, Coston, NR9 4DT
How it compares in South Norfolk
That puts Coston Hall Farm among the 823 places in South Norfolk 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 | 823 | 84% | ← Coston Hall Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 100 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 39 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 123 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 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 Coston Hall Farm 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 Coston Hall Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 April 2024 |
| The Painted Barn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| Barnham Broom CE VA Primary School School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
| Peeles Norfolk Black Turkeys Manufacturers/packers | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2023 |
| Haulage 4 U Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 1.9 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Hardingham Cricket Club Other catering premises | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2025 |
| Barnham Broom Country Club Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 2.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| Circus Head Mobile caterer | 2.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2026 |
Questions about Coston Hall Farm
What is Coston Hall Farm's food hygiene rating?
Coston Hall Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Norfolk Council on 11 July 2017.
Is Coston Hall Farm 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 Coston Hall Farm last inspected?
Coston Hall Farm was last inspected on 11 July 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Norfolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Coston Hall Farm?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Coston Hall Farm compare to other places in South Norfolk?
84% of the 980 rated food businesses in South Norfolk hold the top rating of 5, and Coston Hall Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Norfolk Council inspects Coston Hall Farm 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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