The Royal Oak
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Royal Oak is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Royal Oak, 480 Chorley Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 3ND, in the Bolton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Bolton oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bolton is 4.2 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Royal Oak?
The Royal Oak has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Bolton.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Royal Oak last inspected?
The Royal Oak was last inspected on 2025-03-13. 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 Royal Oak located?
The Royal Oak is located at Royal Oak, 480 Chorley Road, Westhoughton, Bolton , BL5 3ND, in the Bolton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BL5 postcode area.