Hugh Lowe Farms — what kind of farm, conditions, how to get in (2026)
Verified: 2026-06-11
Based on all data — the most favourable large berry farm in the UK for seasonal workers. No violations found in open sources, pay among the highest in the sector.
How to get onto the farm Hugh Lowe Farms
Operator not disclosed
- Operator not publicly disclosed. The farm advertises direct applications via hughlowefarms.com ↗. Historically the farm has worked with several SWS operators, but specific names are not confirmed in open sources.
Where it is and how to get aroundDistance to London, nearest station and town
Distances are measured from: Mereworth, Kent.
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
Free on-farm accommodation (farm website data)
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).
Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings
Most pickers £400–600/week; top pickers £700+/week (farm data and independent reviews)
More about pay on the farm: first steps and your rights on the farm.
Scale and cropsFarm size, what they grow, production volume
Positive signals
- Indeed 4.5/5 (worker reviews: "they treat you well", "best farm job")
- Official supplier to Wimbledon
- Government visit to the farm in 2025
- Most favourable large berry farm according to 2026 research
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose the farm Hugh Lowe Farms?
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 Hugh Lowe Farms is useful: apply through them.
How much do they pay on the farm Hugh Lowe Farms?
Most pickers £400–600/week; top pickers £700+/week (farm data and independent reviews)
When is the season on Hugh Lowe Farms?
Season: April–October. Crops: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.
Which operators work with Hugh Lowe Farms?
Check exact operator details for this farm on operator websites or through the operator directory.