Thornton Arms
Thornton Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 20-22 Brownside Road, Worsthorne-with-hurstwood, Lancashire, BB10 3JS, in the Burnley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). Burnley oversees 867 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Burnley is 4.6 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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 5 to 4 since 20 March 2022. 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.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 5 | 2022-03-20 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Thornton Arms?
Thornton Arms has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Burnley.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Thornton Arms last inspected?
Thornton Arms was last inspected on 2026-03-09. 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 Thornton Arms 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 Thornton Arms located?
Thornton Arms is located at 20-22 Brownside Road, Worsthorne-with-hurstwood, Lancashire , BB10 3JS, in the Burnley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BB10 postcode area.