The Shack
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Shack is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Red Lion, 8 Albion Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5BJ, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 December 2024, 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 5 — 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. West Oxfordshire oversees 1,117 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Oxfordshire is 4.9 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- Red Lion, 8 Albion Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
- Postcode
- OX7 5BJ
- Local Authority
- West Oxfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1551933
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Shack?
The Shack has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Oxfordshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Shack last inspected?
The Shack was last inspected on 2024-12-10. 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 Shack located?
The Shack is located at Red Lion, 8 Albion Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire , OX7 5BJ, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX7 postcode area.