Hygienic food handling
GoodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Pub/bar/nightclub
Latest rating available
The Old Well Inn food hygiene rating
The Old Well Inn
17-21 THE BANK
BARNARD CASTLE
DL12 8PH Inspected 26 August 2026
BARNARD CASTLE
DL12 8PH Inspected 26 August 2026
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Durham
5
Very good
The highest rating available under the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
At a glance
Business summary
The Old Well Inn in Durham currently has a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very good). The latest published inspection was carried out on 26 August 2026. The Old Well Inn is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at 17-21 THE BANK, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8PH.
- Business name
- The Old Well Inn
- Business type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Local authority
- Durham
- Scheme
- Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
- Rating date
- 26 August 2026
- FHRS ID
- 302619
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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
26 August 2026
Inspectors consider how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises and how effectively the business manages food safety.
Cleanliness and condition
GoodCovers 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 Old Well Inn has received a food hygiene rating of 5 at its two most recent recorded inspections.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 August 2026 | 5 | Very good | Current |
| 5 February 2025 | 5 | Very good | Previous |
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