The Prior
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Prior is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Licensee, The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road, Doxford Park, SR3 2SW, in the Sunderland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 December 2025, 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 0 — 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. Sunderland oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sunderland is 4.7 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. The rating has changed from AwaitingInspection to 5.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The Licensee, The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road, Doxford Park
- Postcode
- SR3 2SW
- Local Authority
- Sunderland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1798958
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| AwaitingInspection |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Prior?
The Prior has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Sunderland.
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 Prior last inspected?
The Prior was last inspected on 2025-12-03. 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 Prior located?
The Prior is located at The Licensee, The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road, Doxford Park , SR3 2SW, in the Sunderland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SR3 postcode area.