Holme Farm food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · North Hertfordshire
Holme Farm 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 7 December 2018, more than 7 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: Holme Farm Bedford Road, Ickleford, SG5 3RS
How it compares in North Hertfordshire
That puts Holme Farm among the 789 places in North Hertfordshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 789 | 78% | ← Holme Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 155 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 48 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 105 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 Holme 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 Holme Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlesey Town Football Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2025 |
| Adventures wraparound Caring Premises | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| Chapter and Charm Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| African Caribbean Seniors & Carers Luncheon Club Caring Premises | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Angels Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2025 |
| Cafe2u Ltd Other catering premises | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 October 2024 |
| Atlantic Bay Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2025 |
| Exacta Supply Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 August 2023 |
Questions about Holme Farm
What is Holme Farm's food hygiene rating?
Holme Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Hertfordshire Council on 7 December 2018.
Is Holme 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Holme Farm last inspected?
Holme Farm was last inspected on 7 December 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Hertfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Holme Farm?
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 Holme Farm compare to other places in North Hertfordshire?
78% of the 1,015 rated food businesses in North Hertfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Holme Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Hertfordshire Council inspects Holme 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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