Hygienic food handling
GoodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
The Red Lion food hygiene rating
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Bolton
Some improvement necessary
Some improvement to hygiene standards was necessary.
At a glance
The Red Lion in Bolton currently has a food hygiene rating of 2 (Some improvement necessary). The latest published inspection was carried out on 7 May 2026. The Red Lion is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at The Red Lion, 101 Church Street, Blackrod, Bolton, BL6 5EF.
About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
7 May 2026
Inspectors consider how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises and how effectively the business manages food safety.
Includes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Covers the cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation and condition of the premises.
Considers staff knowledge, checks, records and confidence that standards will be maintained.
Previous records
There are no earlier dated inspection records available to compare with the latest published rating for The Red Lion.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 May 2026 | 2 | Some improvement necessary | Current |
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