Darwin Forest Country Park
Darwin Forest Country Park is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Sydnope Hill, Darley Moor, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5LN, in the Derbyshire Dales local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 25 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Derbyshire Dales oversees 910 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Derbyshire Dales is 4.4 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Sydnope Hill, Darley Moor, Matlock, Derbyshire
- Postcode
- DE4 5LN
- Local Authority
- Derbyshire Dales
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1700579
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Darwin Forest Country Park?
Darwin Forest Country Park has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Derbyshire Dales.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Darwin Forest Country Park last inspected?
Darwin Forest Country Park was last inspected on 2025-09-25. 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 Darwin Forest Country Park located?
Darwin Forest Country Park is located at Sydnope Hill, Darley Moor, Matlock, Derbyshire , DE4 5LN, in the Derbyshire Dales local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DE4 postcode area.