The Blue Nile
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Blue Nile is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 79 Bank Top, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen, BB2 1TN, in the Blackburn local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 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. Blackburn oversees 1,336 registered food businesses, of which 67% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Blackburn is 4.4 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Blue Nile?
The Blue Nile has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Blackburn.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Blue Nile last inspected?
The Blue Nile was last inspected on 2025-08-06. 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 Blue Nile located?
The Blue Nile is located at 79 Bank Top, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen , BB2 1TN, in the Blackburn local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BB2 postcode area.