Carters Arms
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Carters Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Carters Arms, 610 Manchester Old Road, Middleton, Manchester, M24 4PW, in the Rochdale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 September 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Rochdale oversees 1,863 registered food businesses, of which 72% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Rochdale is 4.5 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Carters Arms?
Carters Arms has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Rochdale.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Carters Arms last inspected?
Carters Arms was last inspected on 2024-09-12. 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 Carters Arms 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 Carters Arms located?
Carters Arms is located at Carters Arms, 610 Manchester Old Road, Middleton, Manchester , M24 4PW, in the Rochdale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the M24 postcode area.