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Food Hygiene Rating for The Bengal Merchant

The Bengal Merchant is located in the town of Barnard Castle.

Rating: 4 - GoodLast inspected: Thu 26 Mar 2026DL12 8PHfhrs
Food hygiene rating 4 for The Bengal Merchant
Good

Location

Address

7 THE BANK, BARNARD CASTLE

BARNARD CASTLE DL12

Local authority

durham

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Inspection details

Food Hygiene & Safety Procedures

Good (5)

High standard of compliance with legal requirements and industry codes of practice. Some minor contraventions or non-compliance.

Structural Compliance

Generally Satisfactory (10)

Some non-compliance with legal requirements and industry codes of practice. Premises in the top 50%. Standards are being maintained or improved.

Confidence in Management

Good (5)

Reasonable record of compliance. Satisfactory documented Food Safety Management System.

Overall food hygiene rating
4 - Good
Date of last inspection
26 March 2026
FHRS ID
1905024
Business type
Restaurant - Cafe - Canteen
Business name
The Bengal Merchant
Address
7 THE BANK, BARNARD CASTLE
Responsible local authority
durham
Data sourced from the Food Standards Agency.

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