Ferry Cafe

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-06-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Ferry Cafe is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 14 The Esplanade, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 6HF, in the Wyre local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 June 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Wyre oversees 1,038 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wyre is 4.4 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
14 The Esplanade, Fleetwood, Lancashire
Postcode
FY7 6HF
Local Authority
Wyre
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1130529

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Ferry Cafe?

Ferry Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Wyre.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Ferry Cafe last inspected?

Ferry Cafe was last inspected on 2025-06-26. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Ferry Cafe improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Ferry Cafe located?

Ferry Cafe is located at 14 The Esplanade, Fleetwood, Lancashire , FY7 6HF, in the Wyre local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the FY7 postcode area.