Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy is a retailers - other located at Higher Colston Farm, Colston, Axminster, EX13 7NF, in the East Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 August 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Devon oversees 1,535 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Devon is 4.7 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
- Higher Colston Farm, Colston, Axminster
- Postcode
- EX13 7NF
- Local Authority
- East Devon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1829273
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy?
Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Devon.
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 Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy last inspected?
Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy was last inspected on 2025-08-13. 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 Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy located?
Higher Colston Farm Micro Dairy is located at Higher Colston Farm, Colston, Axminster , EX13 7NF, in the East Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX13 postcode area.