Brothers Bakery

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-09-03

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Brothers Bakery is a other catering premises located at 82A Abington Street, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN1 2AP, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 September 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Other catering premises
Address
82A Abington Street, Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Postcode
NN1 2AP
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
2002392

Location

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Brothers Bakery?

Brothers Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a other catering premises?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Brothers Bakery last inspected?

Brothers Bakery was last inspected on 2026-09-03. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Brothers Bakery improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Brothers Bakery located?

Brothers Bakery is located at 82A Abington Street, Northampton, West Northamptonshire , NN1 2AP, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area.