Goring Village Butchers
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Goring Village Butchers is a retailers - other located at 5 The Arcade High Street, Goring, Reading, RG8 9AY, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 June 2026, 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. South Oxfordshire oversees 1,279 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Oxfordshire is 4.6 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 5 The Arcade High Street, Goring, Reading
- Postcode
- RG8 9AY
- Local Authority
- South Oxfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 271626
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Goring Village Butchers?
Goring Village Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 Goring Village Butchers last inspected?
Goring Village Butchers was last inspected on 2026-06-16. 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 Goring Village Butchers located?
Goring Village Butchers is located at 5 The Arcade High Street, Goring, Reading , RG8 9AY, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG8 postcode area.