Cackle Hill Lakes
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Cackle Hill Lakes is a retailers - other located at Cackle Hill Lakes Headcorn Road, Biddenden, TN27 8JW, in the Ashford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 October 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. Ashford oversees 1,250 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Ashford is 4.8 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Cackle Hill Lakes?
Cackle Hill Lakes has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Ashford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 Cackle Hill Lakes last inspected?
Cackle Hill Lakes was last inspected on 2025-10-09. 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 Cackle Hill Lakes located?
Cackle Hill Lakes is located at Cackle Hill Lakes Headcorn Road, Biddenden , TN27 8JW, in the Ashford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN27 postcode area.