The Auld Kirk
The Auld Kirk is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 31 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RQ, in the Aberdeenshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of Pass (Pass). Aberdeenshire oversees 2,740 registered food businesses, of which 0% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Aberdeenshire is 0.0 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. The rating has changed from Awaiting Inspection to Pass since 21 February 2019.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 31 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB35 5RQ
- Local Authority
- Aberdeenshire
- Scheme Type
- FHIS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1106835
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| Awaiting Inspection | 2019-02-21 |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Auld Kirk?
The Auld Kirk has a food hygiene rating of Pass out of 5, as assessed by Aberdeenshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of Pass mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
When was The Auld Kirk last inspected?
The Auld Kirk was last inspected on 2026-03-09. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is The Auld Kirk located?
The Auld Kirk is located at 31 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire , AB35 5RQ, in the Aberdeenshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the AB35 postcode area.