Woolpack Inn
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Woolpack Inn is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at The Woolpack Inn, Benover Road, Yalding, Kent, ME18 6AS, in the Maidstone local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 February 2024, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Maidstone oversees 1,435 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Maidstone is 4.7 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Woolpack Inn?
Woolpack Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Maidstone.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Woolpack Inn last inspected?
Woolpack Inn was last inspected on 2024-02-21. 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 Woolpack Inn located?
Woolpack Inn is located at The Woolpack Inn, Benover Road, Yalding, Kent , ME18 6AS, in the Maidstone local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME18 postcode area.