The Cheshire Cat
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Cheshire Cat is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 26 Welsh Row, Nantwich, CW5 5ED, in the Cheshire East local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 January 2026, 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. Cheshire East oversees 3,077 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cheshire East is 4.8 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 26 Welsh Row, Nantwich
- Postcode
- CW5 5ED
- Local Authority
- Cheshire East
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 889736
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Cheshire Cat?
The Cheshire Cat has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cheshire East.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Cheshire Cat last inspected?
The Cheshire Cat was last inspected on 2026-01-22. 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 The Cheshire Cat located?
The Cheshire Cat is located at 26 Welsh Row, Nantwich , CW5 5ED, in the Cheshire East local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CW5 postcode area.