The Moonshine
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Moonshine is a mobile caterer located at Flat, 59A Barnsley Road, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2QW, in the Wakefield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 March 2025, 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 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. 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 Moonshine?
The Moonshine 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 mobile caterer?
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 Moonshine last inspected?
The Moonshine was last inspected on 2025-03-06. 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 Moonshine located?
The Moonshine is located at Flat, 59A Barnsley Road, South Elmsall, Pontefract , WF9 2QW, in the Wakefield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WF9 postcode area.