The Thatch at Ballydougan
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Thatch at Ballydougan is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Portadown, Craigavon, BT63 5NN, in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 October 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon oversees 1,883 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon 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
- Portadown, Craigavon
- Postcode
- BT63 5NN
- Local Authority
- Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1379472
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Thatch at Ballydougan?
The Thatch at Ballydougan has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon.
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 Thatch at Ballydougan last inspected?
The Thatch at Ballydougan was last inspected on 2024-10-23. 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 Thatch at Ballydougan located?
The Thatch at Ballydougan is located at Portadown, Craigavon , BT63 5NN, in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT63 postcode area.