Thornes Family Butchers
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Thornes Family Butchers is a retailers - other located at Unit 25 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Jasmin Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 0QB, in the Lincoln City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 August 2024, 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. Lincoln City oversees 1,094 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lincoln City is 4.9 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
- Unit 25 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Jasmin Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
- Postcode
- LN6 0QB
- Local Authority
- Lincoln City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 330161
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Thornes Family Butchers?
Thornes Family Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Lincoln City.
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 Thornes Family Butchers last inspected?
Thornes Family Butchers was last inspected on 2024-08-21. 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 Thornes Family Butchers located?
Thornes Family Butchers is located at Unit 25 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Jasmin Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire , LN6 0QB, in the Lincoln City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LN6 postcode area.