Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd is a distributors/transporters located at William Street Works, Willaim Street, Accrington, BB5 6DT, in the Hyndburn local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 March 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Hyndburn oversees 778 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Hyndburn is 4.5 out of 5. 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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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd?
Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Hyndburn.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a distributors/transporters?
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 Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd last inspected?
Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd was last inspected on 2025-03-05. 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 Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd located?
Flying Firkin Distribution Ltd is located at William Street Works, Willaim Street, Accrington , BB5 6DT, in the Hyndburn local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BB5 postcode area.