The Sheldon Arms
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Sheldon Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Sheldon Arms, 2 Lord Sheldon Way, Ashton-under-lyne, Tameside, OL6 7UB, in the Tameside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 February 2026, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Tameside oversees 1,680 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tameside is 4.5 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 Sheldon Arms?
The Sheldon Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tameside.
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 Sheldon Arms last inspected?
The Sheldon Arms was last inspected on 2026-02-27. 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 Sheldon Arms located?
The Sheldon Arms is located at The Sheldon Arms, 2 Lord Sheldon Way, Ashton-under-lyne, Tameside , OL6 7UB, in the Tameside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OL6 postcode area.