Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)
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Farm information dated: 2026-06-11
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your rights on the farmIn immediate danger, call 999.Assessment based on sources at the profile date
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- seasonal workers
- 600+per year
- region
- Aberdeenshire, ScotlandUnited Kingdom
- crops
- strawberries, raspberries, blueberriesharvest season
- season
- May–Septemberworking months
Large Scottish farm with high worker return rate, but a 2024 ITV/The Ferret investigation found housing problems. Operator Concordia confirmed.
How to get onto the farm Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)
Operator links recorded in sources
- Concordia source record — Confirmed: workers complained specifically to Concordia; sources — The Ferret and STV News (2023–2024), ITV News (September 2024)
Where it is and how to get aroundDistance to London, nearest station and town
Distances are measured from: Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire.
Distances are measured along the road. There is not always a pavement or footpath: many country roads in England have no verge, and walking along them is unsafe.
Station and town names are kept in English — that is how they appear on your ticket and on road signs.
The station nearest the farm is not always the one with London trains; the one listed here is the London one.
National Rail — train times and fares
Traveline — bus times
Housing and livingLiving conditions, amenities
On-farm accommodation (mobile homes); 500 places at peak season
Your passport must stay with you. If your passport is held against your will or you are threatened, seek independent support. Handing over a document does not by itself establish a criminal offence. Modern Slavery Helpline:08000 121 700 (free; temporarily daily 08:00–18:00 UK time, checked 7 October 2026).
Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings
The figures below relate to the sources and dates given. They do not guarantee current earnings. Ask for written terms covering the rate, paid hours, piece rates and deductions.
Current pay rules and payslip checks
not published; piece rate (berries)
More about pay on the farm: first steps and your rights on the farm.
Scale and cropsFarm size, what they grow, production volume
Documented issuesInvestigations, violations, sources1 incident
Below are documented cases from public sources. This does not mean the situation has not changed — but it is useful to know.
If you face violations: your rights on the farm · Fair Work Agency (formerly GLAA) 0800 432 0804
Positive signals
- 73% worker return rate (farm data, 2023–2024)
- Supplies through Berry Gardens (Driscoll's)
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose the farm Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)?
No — the specific farm is assigned by the Seasonal Worker Scheme operator. You apply through an operator, and they place you on farms based on available spots and your profile. Knowing which operators work with Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit) is useful: apply through them.
How much do they pay on the farm Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)?
not published; piece rate (berries)
When is the season on Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)?
Season: May–September. Crops: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.
Which operators work with Castleton Farm (Castleton Fruit)?
Confirmed operators: Concordia. Apply through the operator's official website — it is free.