Rising Sun 1688 Ltd
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Rising Sun 1688 Ltd is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Rising Sun Crown House, Station Street, Abersychan, Pontypool, NP4 7AB, in the Torfaen local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 April 2026, 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 0 — 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. Torfaen oversees 792 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Torfaen is 4.6 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Rising Sun 1688 Ltd?
Rising Sun 1688 Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Torfaen.
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 Rising Sun 1688 Ltd last inspected?
Rising Sun 1688 Ltd was last inspected on 2026-04-23. 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 Rising Sun 1688 Ltd located?
Rising Sun 1688 Ltd is located at Rising Sun Crown House, Station Street, Abersychan, Pontypool , NP4 7AB, in the Torfaen local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NP4 postcode area.