Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Newry, Mourne and Down
Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) 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 29 April 2025, 14 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Finnebrogue Woods Killyleagh Road, Downpatrick, BT30 9BL
How it compares in Newry, Mourne and Down
That puts Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) among the 1,411 places in Newry, Mourne and Down holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,411 | 89% | ← Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 124 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 24 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 143 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 Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) 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 Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasants Hill Farm/Ivy Catering Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Steamers Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2025 |
| Delamont Outdoor Education Centre School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
| Wackoz Other catering premises | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2024 |
| Anns Care Homes Ltd - Strangford Caring Premises | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 January 2026 |
| Lecale Lodge Care Home Caring Premises | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2025 |
| Blackwater Integrated College School/college/university | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2024 |
| The Barn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
Questions about Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder)
What is Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder)'s food hygiene rating?
Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Newry, Mourne and Down Council on 29 April 2025.
Is Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) 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 Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) last inspected?
Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) was last inspected on 29 April 2025, 14 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Newry, Mourne and Down Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder)?
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 Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) compare to other places in Newry, Mourne and Down?
89% of the 1,580 rated food businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down hold the top rating of 5, and Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Newry, Mourne and Down Council inspects Finnebrogue Woods (Fodder) 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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