Sky 8
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Sky 8 is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 12 Bridge Street, Leighton Buzzard, Beds, LU7 1AL, in the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 October 2024, 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. Central Bedfordshire oversees 1,695 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Central Bedfordshire is 4.7 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
- 12 Bridge Street, Leighton Buzzard, Beds
- Postcode
- LU7 1AL
- Local Authority
- Central Bedfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 450731
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Sky 8?
Sky 8 has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Central Bedfordshire.
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 Sky 8 last inspected?
Sky 8 was last inspected on 2024-10-30. 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 Sky 8 located?
Sky 8 is located at 12 Bridge Street, Leighton Buzzard, Beds , LU7 1AL, in the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LU7 postcode area.