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Pick Your Own Farm Produce Services

Hildred's

Hildred's is an agriculture company based in Reading, England. They specialize in Pick Your Own Farm Produce Services, providing customers with the opportunity to choose their own fresh fruits and vegetables directly from the farm. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Hildred's is dedicated to providing their customers with the freshest and most delicious produce possible.

Introduction to Hildred's

Hildred's is a family-owned pick your own farm produce services company located in Reading, England. The company was founded over 30 years ago with the goal of providing fresh, high-quality produce to local customers while supporting sustainable agriculture practices. What makes Hildred's unique is their commitment to growing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, ensuring that customers have plenty of options to choose from.

Services & Products

Hildred's offers a range of services, including pick your own produce, farm tours, and educational programs for children. Customers can choose from a variety of fruits and vegetables, including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries, apples, and pumpkins. The company also sells pre-picked produce in their farm shop, as well as homemade jams, jellies, and baked goods.

Location

Hildred's is located on Wallingford Road in Reading, a picturesque area surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The surrounding area is home to many other small farms and agricultural businesses, making it a great destination for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture. The farm is easily accessible by public transportation, with the nearest bus stop (Wallingford Road) just a 5-minute walk away. The closest train stations are Goring & Streatley Station (4.5 miles away), Pangbourne Station (5 miles away), and Tilehurst Station (6 miles away).

Benefits

Customers should choose Hildred's because of their commitment to sustainability and high-quality produce. The company uses environmentally friendly farming practices and offers a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. In addition, the farm tours and educational programs provide a unique and fun experience for families and children.

Good to Know

Customers should be aware that Hildred's is a cash-only business, so they should come prepared with cash when visiting the farm. Additionally, customers should bring their own containers for picking produce, as the farm does not provide them.

Reviews

Customers rave about the fresh produce and friendly staff at Hildred's. Many reviewers mention the farm's picturesque location and fun family-friendly activities, such as the corn maze and pumpkin patch. Overall, customers highly recommend Hildred's for anyone looking for high-quality, sustainably grown produce in the Reading area.

Amenities

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    parking
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    farm stand
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    restroom
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    produce availability list

FAQ

What types of fruits and vegetables are available for picking at your farm?

At Hildred's, we offer a wide variety of fruits and vegetables for picking. Our selection includes strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, pears, plums, peaches, sweetcorn, pumpkins, and more.

Are pesticides or other chemicals used on your crops?

We take pride in using sustainable and natural farming practices at Hildred's. We do not use any pesticides or harmful chemicals on our crops.

What is the cost per pound for picking produce?

The cost per pound for picking produce varies depending on the crop and the season. We have a price list available at the farm, and our staff is happy to answer any questions you may have about pricing.

Are there any regulations or restrictions on the amount of produce that can be picked?

We do not have any strict regulations or restrictions on the amount of produce that can be picked. However, we do ask that our customers pick only what they can reasonably use or carry.

What are your hours of operation and do you offer any additional services, such as a farm stand or educational tours?

Our hours of operation are from 9am to 5pm, seven days a week during the picking season. We do offer a farm stand where customers can purchase pre-picked produce, as well as other local goods. We also offer educational tours for school groups and other organizations. Please contact us for more information.

Reviews

  • George B

    Simply brilliant! Made our day!!!

    28-07-2022
  • Piers Knight

    28-05-2022
  • Yanko

    Good place to relax Harvesting your own fruit.

    28-05-2022
  • Larisa

    Loads of strawberries and red currants, very easy to pick

    28-05-2022
  • Kevin Hicks

    28-05-2021
  • Happy happy

    Loved it

    28-05-2021
  • disha mehta

    28-05-2021
  • dale scriven

    Great fun picking strawberries.

    28-05-2021
  • Corinne Dodwell

    28-05-2021
  • steve madden

    28-05-2021