The Little Ice Cream Co
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Little Ice Cream Co is a retailers - other located at Green Lane Farm House, Soaper Lane, Shelf, Halifax, HX3 7PS, in the Calderdale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 June 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. Calderdale oversees 1,909 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Calderdale 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Green Lane Farm House, Soaper Lane, Shelf, Halifax
- Postcode
- HX3 7PS
- Local Authority
- Calderdale
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1806307
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Little Ice Cream Co?
The Little Ice Cream Co has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Calderdale.
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 The Little Ice Cream Co last inspected?
The Little Ice Cream Co was last inspected on 2025-06-19. 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 Little Ice Cream Co located?
The Little Ice Cream Co is located at Green Lane Farm House, Soaper Lane, Shelf, Halifax , HX3 7PS, in the Calderdale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HX3 postcode area.