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Herefordshire Community Network

Herefordshire Community Network is a community-owned altnet delivering broadband to rural Herefordshire and parts of Somerset.

★★★★☆ 3.7 / 5
1 reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 04/05/2026
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About Herefordshire Community Network

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Herefordshire Community Network is a community-owned altnet delivering broadband to rural Herefordshire and parts of Somerset.

Independent profile snapshot

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Herefordshire Community Networks CIC is a rural community-owned not-for-profit alternative network operator delivering Fixed Wireless Access and full-fibre (FTTP) broadband to homes and businesses across rural Herefordshire and parts of Somerset, with a particular focus on bridging the digital divide for rural premises that commercial operators have historically overlooked. Registered as Herefordshire Community Networks C.I.C. (Companies House 09809428, incorporated 5 October 2015) at New Barn, Dewsall, Hereford HR2 8DA and led by directors Scott Crowley, Dr David Middlemore Malins, David Bruce Edward Ellison and William James Norris, the organisation is classified under SIC 61100 (Wired telecommunications activities) and operates as a Community Interest Company, reinvesting surpluses into expanding rural coverage and supporting digital-inclusion projects. The operator is a registered supplier for the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme, is Ofcom-registered under the General Conditions of Entitlement and subscribes to both CISAS and Communications Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution schemes. Trustpilot approximately 4.7/5 from 100+ reviews. Contact 01432 802 300 or info@hcn.uk.net. Note hcn.uk.net was reporting a DNS error at last check; prospective customers should verify availability directly.

Key details

Year founded2015
ADR schemeCISAS / Communications Ombudsman
Parent companyCommunity benefit
Legal name Herefordshire Community Networks C.I.C. Companies House 9809428 →

Directors

Scott Crowley, David Bruce Edward Ellison, Dr David Middlemore Malins, William James Norris

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What stands out

  • Full fibre (FTTP) gigabit broadband
  • Fixed wireless access for rural coverage

Recognition

  • Rural community interest company
  • digital inclusion recognition

Technologies on file

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  • Fixed wireless
  • FTTP Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.

Coverage

Herefordshire;Somerset

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If something goes wrong

Here is where Herefordshire Community Network sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Herefordshire Community Network must follow.
Complaints
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.

Questions and answers

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Where can I verify Herefordshire Community Network's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Herefordshire Community Networks C.I.C. under company number 9809428. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for Herefordshire Community Network?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 3.7 out of 5 with 1 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 04/05/2026. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for Herefordshire Community Network?
Our dataset records: Herefordshire;Somerset
Is Herefordshire Community Network in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: verified. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Herefordshire Community Network as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for Herefordshire Community Network?
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
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Is there a charge for the deals section?
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What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
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