Hygienic food handling
GoodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Pub/bar/nightclub
Latest rating available
The Scotch Arms food hygiene rating
The Scotch Arms
48 DERWENT STREET
BLACKHILL
DH8 8LZ Inspected 2 July 2026
BLACKHILL
DH8 8LZ Inspected 2 July 2026
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Durham
4
Good
Hygiene standards were good when this business was inspected.
At a glance
Business summary
The Scotch Arms in Durham currently has a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The latest published inspection was carried out on 2 July 2026. The Scotch Arms is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at 48 DERWENT STREET, BLACKHILL, DH8 8LZ.
- Business name
- The Scotch Arms
- Business type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Local authority
- Durham
- Scheme
- Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
- Rating date
- 2 July 2026
- FHRS ID
- 302490
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About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
Inspection details
2 July 2026
Inspectors consider how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises and how effectively the business manages food safety.
Cleanliness and condition
Generally satisfactoryCovers the cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation and condition of the premises.
Management of food safety
GoodConsiders staff knowledge, checks, records and confidence that standards will be maintained.
Previous records
Rating history
The Scotch Arms has received a food hygiene rating of 4 at its two most recent recorded inspections.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 July 2026 | 4 | Good | Current |
| 27 December 2024 | 4 | Good | Previous |
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