Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)

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Farm information dated: 2026-06-11

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seasonal workers
not publishedper year
region
EssexUnited Kingdom
crops
strawberries, raspberries, currants, gooseberries, plumsharvest season
season
June–Augustworking months

Famous British jam brand with its own farm. Small number of seasonal workers, short season; specific data on working conditions not published in open sources.

How to get onto the farm Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)

Operator not disclosed

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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: Tiptree, Essex.

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To London94 km by road, about 1 h 30 min by car
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To London by trainKelvedon (KEL), 6.3 km (9 min by car) from the farm → London Liverpool Street, direct
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Nearest townTiptree, 0.5 km · population: 9,182
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Nearest cityColchester, 17 km, about 20 min by car · population: 130,245

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

On-farm accommodation (website data); details not published

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💰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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RegionEssex
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What to pickstrawberries, raspberries, currants, gooseberries, plums
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SeasonJune–August
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SitesTiptree, Essex
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Outputnot published
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Areanot published

Positive signals

  • Brand with 120+ years of history
  • Official supplier to Wimbledon, Waitrose, M&S
  • No violations found in open sources

Frequently asked questions

Can I choose the farm Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)?

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 Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree) is useful: apply through them.

How much do they pay on the farm Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)?

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When is the season on Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)?

Season: June–August. Crops: strawberries, raspberries, currants, gooseberries, plums. Check exact dates and availability with the operator when you apply.

Which operators work with Wilkin & Sons (Tiptree)?

Check exact operator details for this farm on operator websites or through the operator directory.