Chantry Play
Major improvement necessary. Last inspection 29 April 2025.
Quick facts
- Chantry Play scored 1/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 29 April 2025.
- Verdict: Major improvement necessary.
- Classified as restaurant/cafe/canteen in Northumberland.
- Inspected by Northumberland Environmental Health.
Local authority: Northumberland · council website ↗
Major improvement necessary.
Serious shortcomings at the time of inspection. The FSA recommends a swift follow-up. Consumers are typically advised to check whether improvements have been confirmed.
Classified as a sit-down food business. It's been a year or more since the last visit, so an update is likely due. Display is voluntary in England, which is why low scorers often skip the window sticker.
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What people ask about Chantry Play.
What is Chantry Play's FSA hygiene rating?
Chantry Play scored 1 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 29 April 2025. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.
When was Chantry Play last inspected?
The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for Chantry Play was on 29 April 2025, 13 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.
Is Chantry Play required to display its hygiene rating?
No, displaying the rating sticker is voluntary in England. Many low-rated venues choose not to.
Is it safe to eat at Chantry Play?
Chantry Play's last FSA inspection identified hygiene standards requiring improvement. A low score reflects issues observed on that inspection day, not necessarily current conditions. Many venues improve rapidly between inspections. For up-to-date status, verify with the Food Standards Agency directly and consider checking the venue's local authority.
How does Chantry Play compare to other venues in Northumberland?
Chantry Play's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in Northumberland on the dedicated Northumberland aggregate page, which shows the citywide average, the best-rated venues and the ones rated 0 or 1.
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Edited by James Thornton, Food Safety & Regulation editor.
Page last refreshed 14 April 2026. FSA inspection of record dated 29 April 2025. Reviewed against FSA primary sources.
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