Bushmills Meat Centre

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-05-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Bushmills Meat Centre is a retailers - other located at 87 Main Street, Clogher North, Bushmills, Antrim, BT57 8QB, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. 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.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
87 Main Street, Clogher North, Bushmills, Antrim
Postcode
BT57 8QB
Local Authority
Causeway Coast and Glens
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
836015

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Bushmills Meat Centre?

Bushmills Meat Centre has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Causeway Coast and Glens.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Bushmills Meat Centre last inspected?

Bushmills Meat Centre was last inspected on 2025-05-19. 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 Bushmills Meat Centre 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 Bushmills Meat Centre located?

Bushmills Meat Centre is located at 87 Main Street, Clogher North, Bushmills, Antrim , BT57 8QB, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT57 postcode area.