The Woollen Pig
The Woollen Pig is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 160 Duke Street, Southport, PR8 5DH, in the Sefton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Sefton oversees 2,371 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sefton is 4.8 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. The rating has changed from 2 to 5 since 12 November 2025.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 2 | 2025-11-12 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Woollen Pig?
The Woollen Pig has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Sefton.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Woollen Pig last inspected?
The Woollen Pig was last inspected on 2026-03-05. 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 The Woollen Pig located?
The Woollen Pig is located at 160 Duke Street, Southport , PR8 5DH, in the Sefton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PR8 postcode area.