Lancaster Mini Market

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-09-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

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

Lancaster Mini Market is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 71 Bowerham Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4AQ, in the Lancaster City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 September 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Lancaster City oversees 1,167 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lancaster City is 4.6 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets
Address
71 Bowerham Road, Lancaster, Lancashire
Postcode
LA1 4AQ
Local Authority
Lancaster City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1746264

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Lancaster Mini Market?

Lancaster Mini Market has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Lancaster City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Lancaster Mini Market last inspected?

Lancaster Mini Market was last inspected on 2024-09-04. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Lancaster Mini Market improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Lancaster Mini Market located?

Lancaster Mini Market is located at 71 Bowerham Road, Lancaster, Lancashire , LA1 4AQ, in the Lancaster City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LA1 postcode area.