The Old Packet House
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Old Packet House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at The Old Packet House, 1 Navigation Road, Altrincham, WA14 1LW, in the Trafford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 September 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Trafford oversees 2,280 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Trafford is 4.7 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Old Packet House?
The Old Packet House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Trafford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Old Packet House last inspected?
The Old Packet House was last inspected on 2025-09-23. 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 The Old Packet House located?
The Old Packet House is located at The Old Packet House, 1 Navigation Road, Altrincham , WA14 1LW, in the Trafford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WA14 postcode area.