MACE food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Bury
MACE 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 13 October 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: 375 Brandlesholme Road, Bury, BL8 1HS
How it compares in Bury
That puts MACE among the 828 places in Bury holding top marks, 75% 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 | 828 | 75% | ← MACE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 135 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 92 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 22 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 126 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 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 MACE 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 MACE, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandlesholme Chippy Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 28 July 2025 |
| Cosalea Brandlesholme Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 July 2025 |
| Alison Kirton Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2025 |
| Bank House Care Home Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| Chesters Food and Wine Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 May 2019 |
| Burrswood House Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| B & M Retail Limited Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 July 2025 |
| Aldi Stores limited Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2025 |
Questions about MACE
What is MACE's food hygiene rating?
MACE has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bury Council on 13 October 2023.
Is MACE 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 MACE last inspected?
MACE was last inspected on 13 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bury Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at MACE?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does MACE compare to other places in Bury?
75% of the 1,110 rated food businesses in Bury hold the top rating of 5, and MACE is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bury Council inspects MACE 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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