Bait Box Fish Bar
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Bait Box Fish Bar is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 4a Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 0HD, in the Northumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 31 March 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 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. Northumberland oversees 3,530 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Northumberland is 4.9 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 4a Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland
- Postcode
- NE63 0HD
- Local Authority
- Northumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 288566
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bait Box Fish Bar?
Bait Box Fish Bar has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Northumberland.
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 Bait Box Fish Bar last inspected?
Bait Box Fish Bar was last inspected on 2025-03-31. 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 Bait Box Fish Bar located?
Bait Box Fish Bar is located at 4a Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland , NE63 0HD, in the Northumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE63 postcode area.