Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-12-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Ground Floor East, Unit 7 Home Farm, Church Way, Whittlebury, NN12 8XS, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. West Northamptonshire oversees 4,070 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Northamptonshire is 4.6 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
Ground Floor East, Unit 7 Home Farm, Church Way, Whittlebury
Postcode
NN12 8XS
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1838641

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited?

Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited last inspected?

Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited was last inspected on 2025-12-01. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited located?

Bengal Village Whittlebury Limited is located at Ground Floor East, Unit 7 Home Farm, Church Way, Whittlebury , NN12 8XS, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN12 postcode area.