Greggs The Bakers
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Greggs The Bakers is a retailers - other located at 28 High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1AT, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 August 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 0 — 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. North Hertfordshire oversees 1,114 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Hertfordshire is 4.7 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
- 28 High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- SG5 1AT
- Local Authority
- North Hertfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 961132
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Greggs The Bakers?
Greggs The Bakers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Hertfordshire.
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 Greggs The Bakers last inspected?
Greggs The Bakers was last inspected on 2025-08-08. 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 Greggs The Bakers located?
Greggs The Bakers is located at 28 High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire , SG5 1AT, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG5 postcode area.