William Stead
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
William Stead is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 8 Crown Street, Darlington, DL1 1PD, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 March 2026, 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. Darlington oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Darlington 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 8 Crown Street, Darlington
- Postcode
- DL1 1PD
- Local Authority
- Darlington
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 232643
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of William Stead?
William Stead has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Darlington.
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 William Stead last inspected?
William Stead was last inspected on 2026-03-03. 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 William Stead located?
William Stead is located at 8 Crown Street, Darlington , DL1 1PD, in the Darlington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL1 postcode area.