Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · South Ribble
Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 August 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: Car Park, 189 Station Road, Bamber Bridge, PR5 6LA
How it compares in South Ribble
That puts Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) among the 689 places in South Ribble holding top marks, 95% 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 | 689 | 95% | ← Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
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 Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) 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 Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berry's Pies Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 192 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Brigs Most Wanted Takeaway/sandwich shop | 208 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Bamber Bridge Conservative Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 243 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2018 |
| Brownedge St. Marys Rc School School/college/university | 406 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2025 |
| Bamber Bridge Methodist Church Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2025 |
| At Walton-Le-Dale High School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 September 2025 |
| A and P Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2024 |
| Best One Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2026 |
Questions about Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE)
What is Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE)'s food hygiene rating?
Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Ribble Council on 24 August 2023.
Is Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) last inspected?
Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) was last inspected on 24 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Ribble Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE)?
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 Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) compare to other places in South Ribble?
95% of the 728 rated food businesses in South Ribble hold the top rating of 5, and Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Ribble Council inspects Darrens Fresh Fish (PO59 KRE) 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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