McKay Butchers
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McKay Butchers is a retailers - other located at 1 Ann Street, Town Parks, Ballycastle, Antrim, BT54 6AA, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 September 2025, 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 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. Causeway Coast and Glens oversees 1,457 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Causeway Coast and Glens is 4.8 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
- 1 Ann Street, Town Parks, Ballycastle, Antrim
- Postcode
- BT54 6AA
- Local Authority
- Causeway Coast and Glens
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 835903
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of McKay Butchers?
McKay Butchers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Causeway Coast and Glens.
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 McKay Butchers last inspected?
McKay Butchers was last inspected on 2025-09-16. 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 McKay Butchers located?
McKay Butchers is located at 1 Ann Street, Town Parks, Ballycastle, Antrim , BT54 6AA, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT54 postcode area.