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Sheeplands Farm — what kind of farm, conditions, how to get in (2026)

Verified: 2026-08-23

In short

A Hall Hunter Partnership berry site in Berkshire visited by members of our community — hence the twelve photos taken by the workers themselves. The holding publishes no separate figures for this site, so conditions and pay are given for the group as a whole. The 2023 TBIJ investigation concerned a different site of the same holding — Tuesley Farm in Surrey, not Sheeplands.

In numbers
no separate figures
seasonal workers
per year
Berkshire
region
United Kingdom
strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries
crops
harvest season
April–November
season
working months

How to get onto the farm Sheeplands Farm

Possible operators

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The operator chooses the farm, not you — but it helps to know where you can end up. Apply through one of the operators — they will allocate you to farms depending on demand.
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Housing and livingLiving conditions, amenities

Caravans on site. Hall Hunter describes “picker villages” — furnished mobile homes with Wi-Fi, a canteen and a shop; community photos show caravans and a covered rest area, and workers cook for themselves.

Your passport must stay with you. If anyone takes your passport, that is a criminal offence (Modern Slavery Act 2015). Call: Modern Slavery Helpline 08000 121 700 (free, 24/7).

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Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings

No site-specific rate published. Hall Hunter data for 2026: £12.71/hour, overtime £15.89/hour, average week £560 (farm data, 2025).

More about pay on the farm: first steps and your rights on the farm.

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Scale and cropsFarm size, what they grow, production volume
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Seasonal workersno separate figures
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RegionBerkshire
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What to pickstrawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries
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SeasonApril–November
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SitesOne of three Hall Hunter Partnership sites: Sheeplands and Heathlands in Berkshire, Tuesley in Surrey

Positive signals

  • Входит в Hall Hunter Partnership — финалиста British Farming Awards Employer of the Year 2025

Frequently asked questions

Can I choose the farm Sheeplands Farm?

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 Sheeplands Farm is useful: apply through them.

How much do they pay on the farm Sheeplands Farm?

No site-specific rate published. Hall Hunter data for 2026: £12.71/hour, overtime £15.89/hour, average week £560 (farm data, 2025).

When is the season on Sheeplands Farm?

Season: April–November. Crops: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.

Which operators work with Sheeplands Farm?

Check exact operator details for this farm on operator websites or through the operator directory.