Smiths Sandwich Bar
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Smiths Sandwich Bar is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 157 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8AE, in the Wigan local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Wigan oversees 2,573 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wigan is 4.2 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Smiths Sandwich Bar?
Smiths Sandwich Bar has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wigan.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Smiths Sandwich Bar last inspected?
Smiths Sandwich Bar was last inspected on 2026-02-10. 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 Smiths Sandwich Bar located?
Smiths Sandwich Bar is located at 157 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan , WN4 8AE, in the Wigan local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WN4 postcode area.