Woodham Lodge food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Durham
Woodham Lodge holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 4 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: Woodham Lodge Burn Lane, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4PJ
How it compares in Durham
That puts Woodham Lodge among the 3,087 places in Durham 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Woodham Lodge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 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 Woodham Lodge 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 Woodham Lodge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cobblers Hall Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Aycliffe Chop Suey House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2024 |
| Olive Garden Pizzeria Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2024 |
| Masala Tandoori Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2025 |
| Happy Valley Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2025 |
| Embleton View School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 October 2025 |
| Garden Kitchen Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2024 |
| House of Eden Nursery Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 June 2026 |
Questions about Woodham Lodge
What is Woodham Lodge's food hygiene rating?
Woodham Lodge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 4 August 2023.
Is Woodham Lodge 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Woodham Lodge last inspected?
Woodham Lodge was last inspected on 4 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Woodham Lodge?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Woodham Lodge compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Woodham Lodge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Woodham Lodge 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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Understanding this rating
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