Haygrove Ltd
Working and living here
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
Farm information was collected on different dates, shown on each profile. A past link with an operator does not confirm current recruitment. Before travelling, confirm your site, pay and housing in a written offer.
- seasonal workers
- ~1,100 (UK)per year
- region
- Herefordshire / Wales (Rhymney)United Kingdom
- crops
- strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cherries, blackberriesharvest season
- season
- April–Octoberworking months
This profile brings together worker accounts and investigations from 2023–2024, plus a UVW report on an appeal in January 2026. They are historical sources, not a finding about current conditions or the outcome of the case. Request written terms and read the sources before accepting an offer.
How to get onto the farm Haygrove Ltd
Operator links recorded in sources
- AGRI-HR source record — Confirmed: Indonesian workers hired by AGRI-HR were placed at Haygrove in Herefordshire (Guardian/Al Jazeera, July–September 2024)
Where it is and how to get aroundDistance to London, nearest station and town
Distances are measured from: Ledbury, Herefordshire.
The farm has several sites — the figures are for the main one.
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; specific conditions not described in detail in official sources
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
The old £12.21 hourly figure was the National Living Wage for workers aged 21+ from April 2025 to March 2026. Under Seasonal Worker horticulture rules checked on 7 October 2026, the minimum is £12.71 for every hour worked and 32 paid hours a week; reasonable averaging of hours is permitted over a longer pay period. These are scheme requirements, not a confirmed Haygrove offer. Check your contract for the actual rate and piece-rate terms.
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, sources3 incidents
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
- 616 permanent employees and international presence (company data)
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose the farm Haygrove Ltd?
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 Haygrove Ltd is useful: apply through them.
How much do they pay on the farm Haygrove Ltd?
The old £12.21 hourly figure was the National Living Wage for workers aged 21+ from April 2025 to March 2026. Under Seasonal Worker horticulture rules checked on 7 October 2026, the minimum is £12.71 for every hour worked and 32 paid hours a week; reasonable averaging of hours is permitted over a longer pay period. These are scheme requirements, not a confirmed Haygrove offer. Check your contract for the actual rate and piece-rate terms.
When is the season on Haygrove Ltd?
Season: April–October. Crops: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cherries, blackberries. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.
Which operators work with Haygrove Ltd?
Confirmed operators: AGRI-HR. Apply through the operator's official website — it is free.