Lorton Village Shop
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Lorton Village Shop is a retailers - other located at LORTON POST OFFICE, HIGH LORTON, COCKERMOUTH, CA13 9UL, in the Cumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 January 2025, 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. Cumberland oversees 2,830 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cumberland is 4.8 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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
- Retailers - other
- Address
- LORTON POST OFFICE, HIGH LORTON, COCKERMOUTH
- Postcode
- CA13 9UL
- Local Authority
- Cumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1550229
Location
Nearby Businesses
- Lorton School 5
- The Wheatsheaf Inn (Cockermouth) 5
- Swinside End Farm 5
- New House Farm AwaitingInspection
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Lorton Village Shop?
Lorton Village Shop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cumberland.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 Lorton Village Shop last inspected?
Lorton Village Shop was last inspected on 2025-01-23. 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 Lorton Village Shop located?
Lorton Village Shop is located at LORTON POST OFFICE, HIGH LORTON, COCKERMOUTH , CA13 9UL, in the Cumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CA13 postcode area.