The Hideaway

Access Statement

This access statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with access needs but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our guests/visitors. 

Introduction

Hop Pickers Hideaway is a larger than average Shepherds Hut. Quiet and secluded in a rural setting and you will have open views across our grassland as well as beautiful far-reaching views towards The Malvern Hills. The Hut is set in woodland with a private hot tub in a secluded part of the 8-acre smallholding.

Pre-Arrival

For full details and maps of how to reach us please see the location plan on the website.  The postcode is WR6 5JX, final directions will be sent with your booking confirmation.

The nearest railway station is Malvern Link which is 6 miles away.  Taxis are available at this station, if you require an accessible taxi this can be booked through Access Taxis Phone: 07749621594. There is 1 bus per day from the end of Dingle Road, which you will tehn need to walk approx 1km to us. 

The final 300 yards of your journey are on an unsurfaced farm track before entering the main gravel driveway of Pigeon House Farm.

Once booked you will receive booking confirmation via e-mail along with detailed directions. Further details you may require are available upon arrival.

We ask visitors who have any special needs or requirements to let us know on booking; we will always try our best to accommodate.

Key collection, Welcome and Car Parking

The hut is available from 4pm on the day of arrival until 10am on the day of departure (unless otherwise agreed)

Please advise your approximate arrival time to ensure that you will be greeted and shown around the property.

There is 1 dedicated car parking space approximately a minutes’ walk from the Hut.  A luggage wheelbarrow is provided if required. There are 2 stone steps leading to a gravel path to the left of the space which leads up to the hut or you can take the grass path to the right which is a gentle up hill slope then levels off at the hut.

You will go through a metal archway into the woodland and find yourself at the back of the hut, the gravel path leads round to the right to the front decking which overlooks an open field towards the Malvern Hills,

The decking is raised up with 3 wooden decking steps onto a balcony which are annually coated in an anti-slip paint.  

Entrance to The Hut and Interior

The balcony decking has a table and chairs at the far end and a parasol in the summer months for shade.  The double doors open to 120cm wide or just one door open is a width of 60cm. There is a small step of 8cm into the hut.

The door leads into an open plan kitchen/lounge/bedroom which is all on one level. The bed is at the end of the hut on the right, accessed from one side at a height of 80cm.

There is a kitchen area with gas double oven, 4 ring gas hob, microwave oven, small Belfast sink and mixer tap with cold and hot mains water. Over counter storage for glasses and crockery. The counter tops are solid wood which is coated and wipeable at a height of 92cm. There is an undercounter fridge with small freezer pocket. Under counter storage and drawers store cookware and a separate cupboard for a pull-out bin.

The floor is polished wood and has underfloor heating. There is an Aga wood burner in the left corner which sits on a granite heatproof slab. The central heating is controlled by a touch screen panel which is pre-programmed on a timer.

The shower room is on the left end of the hut with a wooden door (width of 62cm) and has a full height shower behind a glass sliding door, a small sink (height of 83cm) with wall mounted double sided mirror. There is a button flush WC with a soft close lid. A high shelf above the WC with a shaving point at a similar height (180cm).

The hut has mains electricity and water with a fully plumbed in shower room. No compost loo in sight!

Local Area

The Shepherd’s hut is on a family small holding positioned on the outskirts of the village of Leigh which is 6 miles between Great Malvern and Worcester. Shared with 3 self-catering units, a Barn which sleeps 5, a log cabin which sleeps 4, a seasonal bell tent for 2 and the owner’s family farmhouse. All the units are well spaced between the 8-acre small holding to ensure privacy.

You can walk directly from Hop Pickers Hideaway to the Malvern Hills across footpaths with just 1 main road to cross. The Malvern Hills are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We are just 10 minutes from Junction 7 of the M5 motorway approximately 2 hours from London or Manchester and less than an hour from Birmingham.

Dogs must not be left unattended in the Shepherd hut. We have contacts for dog sitting services. Enjoy the freedom of an enclosed garden which is fenced with a mix of 4ft stock wire and natural woven fencing. 

There is ample space to exercise your dog, with bins provided for dog waste.  Whilst on site, all dogs must be on their lead to protect our collection of free range birds and other wildlife. 

General information, such as emergency contact details, taxi and bus information, local eateries, local shops for amenities etc. are provided in the guest information manual.

In the event of any emergencies the owners can be contacted either onsite or by mobile phone which is clearly marked in the information manual along with all other emergency details, including local Hospitals, Doctors, Vets, Fire, Police etc.

The hut has a smoke alarm and carbon monoxide monitor with keyless exits. Although we have a fire blanket and fire extinguishers in the hut, in the unlikely event of a fire, please follow the evacuation procedure and make your way to fire point at the main gate.

Please keep all entrances and exits free from obstruction in case of an emergency.

Utility Room Shed

In the garden to the right of the Hut parking is a laundry room which contains a washing machine, dryer, chest freezer and an ironing station.  There is a cushioned vinyl floor and space for any additional storage.

Next to the hut parking there are 2 rotary clothes airers.

Outside

A gravel path surrounds the hut, the path leads around the balcony to the private hot tub. There is a fire pit with a tripod for BBQ or a small charcoal BBQ on request.  The hut looks out to approx. 4 acre field where 3 shetland ponies graze.

There are footpaths directly from the property.

Additional Information

The Shepherd’s Hut is on wheels and is accessed via 3 steps up to a custom built decking balcony. The doors are 3m high and open to 1.2m

The hot tub is maintained at 37 degrees which is the recommended temperature, instructions for use will be provided upon check in. We use Bromine in our hot tubs and these are tested daily to make sure the Ph and Bromine are balanced correctly. 

Logs are provided for both the fire pit and the log burner, there is plenty for your stay and should you require more please advise us.

We are a non-smoking establishment.

There are exterior lights on the Shepherd hut.

Free super fast WIFI access is available – details on arrival.

There is mobile phone coverage, but it varies between networks.

Our website provides a wealth of information about local attractions, activities, special events, places to visit and special offers.

We can also provide a list of recommended pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes as well as maps and details of local walks.

Leisure Facilities

Heated Outdoor Pool: Open late May – early September (weather dependent). Time slot system in place. Guests must sign an indemnity form. Pool depth 1.5m; unfenced. Chlorine is used to maintain the water quality. The pool must not be used before 9am or after 6pm. 

Tennis Court: Older surface but suitable for casual games; racquets and balls available.

Games Room ‘The Cowshed’:

o   Log burner, table tennis, darts, retro pinball, bar billiards, 50” Smart TV

o   Access via 5 stone steps with wooden handrail (stepping down – large step 25cm then 4 x 18cm steps) door width 70cm

o   Kitchenette and shower room (primarily used by bell tent guests)

Dogs are welcome; enclosed garden (not escape-proof for determined dogs)

Complimentary dog pack included (bowl, towel, blanket, lead, toy, treats, biodegradable poo bags)

Dog waste bin located at main gate

Additional Information

·       Non-smoking property

·       Fire extinguisher, smoke alarm, heat alarm, fire blanket, carbon monoxide alarm, keyless exits.

·       Free Superfast Wi-Fi

·       Some mobile networks may have limited signal

·       Printed materials available in large print upon request

·       Assistance/familiarisation tour available on arrival

Contact Details

Address:
Pigeon House Farm Dingle Road, Leigh, Worcestershire, WR6 5JX

Telephone: 01886 833668
Email: sales@hoppickers.co.uk
Website: www.hoppickers.co.uk
Open: All Year

Local Carers and Additional Equipment:

Contact us for local care services

We can provide the following free of charge - loo seat raiser, shower stool, waterproof bed protection mat, travel cot (large wooden cot for longer stays), baby bath, baby moniter, toilet step, nightlights, stair gates. 

AVE Services and Hearing Loop Hire

·       Product: Audio Frequency Induction Loop systems, including portable handheld units.

·       Features: Suitable for events and temporary setups; portable units provide a 2m signal cone.

·       Contact: sales@aveservices.com | 01635 899551

Red Cross Equipment Loan 

·       Website: redcross.org.uk

·       What they offer: Manual wheelchairs and basic mobility aids.

·       Delivery: Limited delivery options, more commonly collection from a local centre.

·       Good for: Basic needs and more affordable hire.

Future Plans 

We are continuously improving our facilities based on guest feedback. Recent updates include full compliance with the new short-term let fire regulations including but not limited to interlinked heat and smoke alarms and keyless exits.

Last update: July 2026