Balke's Pantry

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-01-29

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
0

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

Balke's Pantry is a retailers - other located at 7A Church Street, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1BT, in the South Hams local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 January 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. South Hams oversees 1,086 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Hams 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
7A Church Street, Kingsbridge
Postcode
TQ7 1BT
Local Authority
South Hams
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1578451

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Balke's Pantry?

Balke's Pantry has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Hams.

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 Balke's Pantry last inspected?

Balke's Pantry was last inspected on 2026-01-29. 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 Balke's Pantry located?

Balke's Pantry is located at 7A Church Street, Kingsbridge , TQ7 1BT, in the South Hams local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ7 postcode area.