2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry

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Farm information dated: 2026-06-11

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seasonal workers
not publishedper year
region
Flintshire (Wales) / Suffolk / NorfolkUnited Kingdom
crops
chickenharvest season
season
October–December (Christmas poultry season)working months

One of the two main poultry employers for SWS seasonal workers (alongside Bernard Matthews). Sandycroft factory (Wales) works with Pro-Force. The 2017 incident concerned food safety, not migrant worker conditions.

How to get onto the farm 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry

Operator links recorded in sources

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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.
🧭Where it is and how to get aroundDistance to London, nearest station and town

Distances are measured from: Sandycroft, Flintshire.

The farm has several sites — the figures are for the main one.

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To London318 km by road, about 4 h 10 min by car
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To London by trainChester (CTR), 12 km (19 min by car) from the farm → London Euston, direct · trains per hour: 1
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Nearest townHawarden, 2.7 km · population: 25,513
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Nearest cityChester, 11 km, about 17 min by car · population: 90,524

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.

🏠Housing and livingLiving conditions, amenities

not published (factory production)

Your passport must stay with you. If your passport is held against your will or you are threatened, seek independent support. Handing over a document does not by itself establish a criminal offence. Modern Slavery Helpline:08000 121 700 (free; temporarily daily 08:00–18:00 UK time, checked 7 October 2026).

💰Pay and piece rateHourly rate, piece rate, net earnings

The figures below relate to the sources and dates given. They do not guarantee current earnings. Ask for written terms covering the rate, paid hours, piece rates and deductions.

Current pay rules and payslip checks

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📊Scale and cropsFarm size, what they grow, production volume
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Seasonal workersnot published
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RegionFlintshire (Wales) / Suffolk / Norfolk
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What to pickchicken
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SeasonOctober–December (Christmas poultry season)
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SitesSandycroft (Flintshire, Wales), Flixton (Suffolk), Thetford (Norfolk) — all active 2024–2025; Seasonal workers: not published for SWS route
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Outputlargest poultry processor in the UK (company data)
⚠️Documented issuesInvestigations, violations, sources1 incident

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

2017 — According to a Channel 4 Dispatches investigation (2017), hygiene violations (re-labelling expired products) were recorded at the 2 Sisters factory in West Bromwich. The investigation concerned food safety, not migrant labour rights. The company took corrective action. ( Channel 4 Dispatches / Food Manufacture )

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

Positive signals

  • Largest poultry processor in the UK, stable employer

Frequently asked questions

Can I choose the farm 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry?

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 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry is useful: apply through them.

How much do they pay on the farm 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry?

not published

When is the season on 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry?

Season: October–December (Christmas poultry season). Crops: chicken. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.

Which operators work with 2 Sisters Food Group — UK Poultry?

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