A POPULAR Stroud pub has received the top food hygiene grade. 

The Clothiers Arms in Bath Road, Stroud, received a five star food hygiene rating after an inspection on March 14. 

Hygiene ratings are scored from 0-5, with five being the highest. 

Food hygiene ratings reflect the hygiene standards which are found on the day of inspection by the local authority - they are not a guide to food quality.