Longton Rugby Club

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-08-06

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Longton Rugby Club is a other catering premises located at Eastern Rise, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8GR, in the Stoke-On-Trent local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), 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. Stoke-On-Trent oversees 2,295 registered food businesses, of which 75% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stoke-On-Trent is 4.6 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. 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
Other catering premises
Address
Eastern Rise, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent
Postcode
ST4 8GR
Local Authority
Stoke-On-Trent
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
141107

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Longton Rugby Club?

Longton Rugby Club has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Stoke-On-Trent.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a other catering premises?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Longton Rugby Club last inspected?

Longton Rugby Club was last inspected on 2025-08-06. 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 Longton Rugby Club 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 Longton Rugby Club located?

Longton Rugby Club is located at Eastern Rise, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent , ST4 8GR, in the Stoke-On-Trent local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ST4 postcode area.