Wet and Wild Seafood

0
Urgent Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-11-07

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
20
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
30

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

Wet and Wild Seafood is a retailers - other located at Unit 17 Fish Ashburner Street Market, Ashburner Street, Bolton, BL1 1TQ, in the Bolton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 20 — improvement needed), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 30 — major improvement needed). 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 food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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. 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
Retailers - other
Address
Unit 17 Fish Ashburner Street Market, Ashburner Street, Bolton
Postcode
BL1 1TQ
Local Authority
Bolton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1285601

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Wet and Wild Seafood?

Wet and Wild Seafood has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5, as assessed by Bolton.

What does a food hygiene rating of 0 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 0 means urgent improvement is required. The business was found to have serious hygiene failures that pose a risk to public health and need immediate attention. The local authority will take enforcement action if necessary.

When was Wet and Wild Seafood last inspected?

Wet and Wild Seafood was last inspected on 2025-11-07. 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 Wet and Wild Seafood 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 Wet and Wild Seafood located?

Wet and Wild Seafood is located at Unit 17 Fish Ashburner Street Market, Ashburner Street, Bolton , BL1 1TQ, in the Bolton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BL1 postcode area.