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F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm) — what kind of farm, conditions, how to get in (2026)

Verified: 2026-06-11

In short

Large farm operating under operator Pro-Force (shared registered address). Documented Channel 4 incident (2015) without subsequent sanctions; no new scandals in 2023–2025.

In numbers
up to 1,700
seasonal workers
per year
Kent
region
United Kingdom
apples, pears, strawberries, raspberries
crops
harvest season
June–November
season
working months

How to get onto the farm F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm)

Confirmed operators

  • Pro-Force confirmed — Pro-Force registered at the same address (Hunstead House, Nickle Farm, Chartham) — a historical and documented link
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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.

What the farm looks like F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm)

Photos were taken on the farm itself — not stock. Click a photo to enlarge.

Strawberries on hanging beds in the Nickle Farm polytunnel — ripe berries, path between rowsФото: svoi.uk, 2023
Early morning on the farm: seasonal workers heading to their shift; Mansfields minibuses, red tractor, with caravan accommodation in the backgroundФото: svoi.uk, 2023
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Housing and livingLiving conditions, amenities

Static homes (mobile homes) on the farm; 20 new homes added in the 2020s (farm 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).

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Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings

not published

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 workersup to 1,700
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RegionKent
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What to pickapples, pears, strawberries, raspberries
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SeasonJune–November
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SitesNickle Farm (Chartham, Canterbury) + additional sites; Seasonal workers: 250 permanent + up to 1,700 at peak season (company data)
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Outputnot published
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Area2020s expansion: added ~275 acres (~111 ha) (company data)
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Documented issuesInvestigations, violations, sources
1 incident

Below are documented cases from public sources. This does not mean the situation has not changed — but it is useful to know.

2015 — According to a Channel 4 investigation (2015), journalists recorded labour violations on the farm. Aldi suspended purchases, Waitrose, Sainsbury's and M&S launched checks. The farm and Pro-Force rejected the allegations as "distortion of facts"; supplier audits did not lead to sanctions. No fresh investigations found for 2023–2025. ( Channel 4 / Kent Online )

If you face violations: your rights on the farm · Fair Work Agency (formerly GLAA) 0800 432 0804

Positive signals

  • Farm is active and expanding (capital investments in the 2020s)
  • No violations found in open sources for 2023–2025

Frequently asked questions

Can I choose the farm F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle 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 F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm) is useful: apply through them.

How much do they pay on the farm F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm)?

not published

When is the season on F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm)?

Season: June–November. Crops: apples, pears, strawberries, raspberries. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.

Which operators work with F.W. Mansfield & Son (Nickle Farm)?

Confirmed operators: Pro-Force. Apply through the operator's official website — it is free.