Imperial War Museum
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Imperial War Museum is a retailers - other located at Trafford Wharf Road, Trafford Park, Manchester, M17 1HJ, in the Trafford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 February 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. Trafford oversees 2,280 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Trafford is 4.7 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Imperial War Museum?
Imperial War Museum has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Trafford.
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 Imperial War Museum last inspected?
Imperial War Museum was last inspected on 2026-02-27. 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 Imperial War Museum located?
Imperial War Museum is located at Trafford Wharf Road, Trafford Park, Manchester , M17 1HJ, in the Trafford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the M17 postcode area.