The Strand Social
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Strand Social is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 7 The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1EU, in the North Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. North Devon oversees 1,385 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Devon 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
- 7 The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon
- Postcode
- EX31 1EU
- Local Authority
- North Devon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1936023
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Strand Social?
The Strand Social has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Devon.
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 Strand Social last inspected?
The Strand Social was last inspected on 2026-04-23. 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 Strand Social located?
The Strand Social is located at 7 The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon , EX31 1EU, in the North Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX31 postcode area.