Burneside Bakery

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-12
Rating changed from 3 since 2025-01-28

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Burneside Bakery is a retailers - other located at 6 Steeles Row, Burneside, LA9 6PY, in the Westmorland and Furness local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Westmorland and Furness oversees 3,158 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Westmorland and Furness is 4.8 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 2 since 28 January 2025. 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
Retailers - other
Address
6 Steeles Row, Burneside
Postcode
LA9 6PY
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
328881

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
3 2025-01-28

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Burneside Bakery?

Burneside Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Westmorland and Furness.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Burneside Bakery last inspected?

Burneside Bakery was last inspected on 2026-02-12. 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 Burneside Bakery 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 Burneside Bakery located?

Burneside Bakery is located at 6 Steeles Row, Burneside , LA9 6PY, in the Westmorland and Furness local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LA9 postcode area.