The Hidden Gem

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-01-13

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
5

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

The Hidden Gem is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Market Drayton Golf Club, Sutton, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 2HX, in the Shropshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 January 2026, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Shropshire oversees 3,093 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Shropshire is 4.8 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.

Details

Business Type
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
Market Drayton Golf Club, Sutton, Market Drayton, Shropshire
Postcode
TF9 2HX
Local Authority
Shropshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1230934

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Hidden Gem?

The Hidden Gem has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Shropshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

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 Hidden Gem last inspected?

The Hidden Gem was last inspected on 2026-01-13. 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 Hidden Gem located?

The Hidden Gem is located at Market Drayton Golf Club, Sutton, Market Drayton, Shropshire , TF9 2HX, in the Shropshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TF9 postcode area.