Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-12-17

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw is a farmers/growers located at Gilcombe Farm, Bruton Road, Brewham, Bruton, BA10 0QE, in the Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Somerset oversees 6,063 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Somerset is 4.8 out of 5. 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
Farmers/growers
Address
Gilcombe Farm, Bruton Road, Brewham, Bruton
Postcode
BA10 0QE
Local Authority
Somerset
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1898973

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw?

Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Somerset.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a farmers/growers?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw last inspected?

Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw was last inspected on 2025-12-17. 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 Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw 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 Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw located?

Gilcombe Farm Dairy Raw is located at Gilcombe Farm, Bruton Road, Brewham, Bruton , BA10 0QE, in the Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BA10 postcode area.