Hygienic food handling
GoodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Central Stores food hygiene rating
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Dorset
Good
Hygiene standards were good when this business was inspected.
At a glance
Central Stores in Dorset currently has a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The latest published inspection was carried out on 9 July 2026. Central Stores is registered as a Retailers - other and is located at Charlton Down Village Shop Alder Court Sherren Avenue, Charlton Down, Dorset, DT2 9UY.
About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
9 July 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
Central Stores currently has a food hygiene rating of 4, compared with a rating of 5 at its previous recorded inspection.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 July 2026 | 4 | Good | Current |
| 30 August 2024 | 5 | Very good | Previous |
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