The Derby Arms
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Derby Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 211 Eaves Lane, Chorley, PR6 0TR, in the Chorley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 December 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. Chorley oversees 961 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chorley is 4.8 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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 Derby Arms?
The Derby Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chorley.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Derby Arms last inspected?
The Derby Arms was last inspected on 2025-12-16. 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 Derby Arms located?
The Derby Arms is located at 211 Eaves Lane, Chorley , PR6 0TR, in the Chorley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PR6 postcode area.