The Spotgate Inn
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Spotgate Inn is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Spot Gate Inn, Hilderstone Road, Spot Acre, Stone, ST15 8RP, in the Stafford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stafford oversees 1,165 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stafford is 4.6 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Spotgate Inn?
The Spotgate Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Stafford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was The Spotgate Inn last inspected?
The Spotgate Inn was last inspected on 2026-02-17. 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 Spotgate Inn located?
The Spotgate Inn is located at Spot Gate Inn, Hilderstone Road, Spot Acre, Stone , ST15 8RP, in the Stafford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ST15 postcode area.