L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers
Urgent improvement necessary. Last inspection 22 January 2026.
Quick facts
- L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers scored 0/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 22 January 2026.
- Verdict: Urgent improvement necessary.
- Classified as retailers - other in Eastleigh.
- Inspected by Eastleigh Environmental Health.
Local authority: Eastleigh · council website ↗
Urgent improvement necessary.
The inspector found urgent issues requiring immediate action. In some cases this can trigger closure notices. Verify the current status before visiting.
Classified as a food retailer. Display is voluntary in England, which is why low scorers often skip the window sticker.
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What people ask about L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers.
What is L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers's FSA hygiene rating?
L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers scored 0 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 22 January 2026. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.
When was L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers last inspected?
The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers was on 22 January 2026, 4 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.
Is L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers 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 L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers?
L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers'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 L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers compare to other venues in Eastleigh?
L J Smith Family Butchers Ltd T/A Smiths Butchers's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in Eastleigh on the dedicated Eastleigh 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 22 January 2026. Reviewed against FSA primary sources.
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