Finger Post Chip Shop
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Finger Post Chip Shop is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Scot Lane, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1XW, in the Wigan local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 October 2025, 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 0 — 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. Wigan oversees 2,573 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wigan is 4.2 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Finger Post Chip Shop?
Finger Post Chip Shop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wigan.
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 Finger Post Chip Shop last inspected?
Finger Post Chip Shop was last inspected on 2025-10-24. 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 Finger Post Chip Shop located?
Finger Post Chip Shop is located at Scot Lane, Aspull, Wigan , WN2 1XW, in the Wigan local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WN2 postcode area.