The Black Bull
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Black Bull is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Black Bull Public House, Bar Lane, Midgley, Wakefield, WF4 4JJ, in the Wakefield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 July 2025, 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. Wakefield oversees 3,044 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wakefield is 4.7 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Black Bull?
The Black Bull has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wakefield.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Black Bull last inspected?
The Black Bull was last inspected on 2025-07-22. 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 Black Bull located?
The Black Bull is located at Black Bull Public House, Bar Lane, Midgley, Wakefield , WF4 4JJ, in the Wakefield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WF4 postcode area.