The Cornish Oven
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Cornish Oven is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Cornish Oven, Building Z, Scorrier Filling Station, Scorrier Road, TR16 5AW, in the Cornwall local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 May 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 0 — 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. Cornwall oversees 5,272 registered food businesses, of which 93% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cornwall is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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 Cornish Oven?
The Cornish Oven has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cornwall.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Cornish Oven last inspected?
The Cornish Oven was last inspected on 2025-05-09. 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 Cornish Oven located?
The Cornish Oven is located at Cornish Oven, Building Z, Scorrier Filling Station, Scorrier Road , TR16 5AW, in the Cornwall local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TR16 postcode area.