The Water Witch
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Water Witch is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Aldcliffe Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1SU, in the Lancaster City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 June 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Lancaster City oversees 1,192 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lancaster City is 4.7 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Aldcliffe Road, Lancaster, Lancashire
- Postcode
- LA1 1SU
- Local Authority
- Lancaster City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 109287
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Water Witch?
The Water Witch has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Lancaster City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Water Witch last inspected?
The Water Witch was last inspected on 2026-06-30. 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 The Water Witch located?
The Water Witch is located at Aldcliffe Road, Lancaster, Lancashire , LA1 1SU, in the Lancaster City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LA1 postcode area.