New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two of Torridge’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them both.

The Den, a restaurant, cafe or canteen at 14 The Square, Holsworthy, Devon was handed a five-out-of-five rating after assessment on January 24.

And Slipway Takeaway, a takeaway at Carousel Amusements, Westbourne Terrace, Westward Ho!, Bideford was also given a score of five on January 25.