No, the pre-arranged courses are the only options available.

Generally most harvest seasons run from late August to late October.  As this is the most important time of the year for the farm, we do ask all our pickers to commit to stay until, at least, mid October, to ensure that the majority of our crops are harvested.

Yes, as we still have later crops, such as Braeburn and Jazz to be picked, so work is often available until the beginning of November.

Yes, it is possible, but you must tell us when you apply.

Ideally you should aim to arrive a couple of days before the course start date, to settle into your accommodation and get to know your surroundings before starting work.

When you arrive in the UK, you will need to find your own way to the farm – directions of how to reach the farm can be found on our ‘how to get to Broadwater Farm’ webpage.  Some useful websites with up-to-date coach and train information include www.nationalexpress.com and www.nationalrail.co.uk.

It may be possible, but you must tell us when you apply.

Yes, if we are expecting your arrival, we will arrange for someone to be on site to meet you and show you around.  If this is not possible, we will contact you and let you know beforehand.

You will find a checklist on this website, which gives you an idea on what items to pack and also what documents you will need to bring.  Essential items include a sleeping bag, waterproof clothing and sturdy waterproof footwear.

Yes, it is important that you bring cash with you (we recommend up to £150). This will pay for travel to the farm and your living expenses until your first pay day, usually one week after you start work. The money will also cover you in the event that you are not able to start work as early as anticipated.

The farm now has wifi, so you can bring a laptop computer with you. There are also computers available for those who do not own a laptop and the local library also provides internet access.

We will try and provide work for you every day (Monday to Friday), but there may be situations where this is not possible, for example, heavy rain may hold up picking or the crops may not have ripened enough.

The farm has wifi, so you can bring a laptop computer with you. There are also computers available for those who do not own a laptop and the local library also provides internet access.

You will build up holiday pay as you work.  Any holiday pay not taken during employment will be paid to you when you leave the farm.

A National Insurance number is your own personal account number and ensures that your National Insurance contributions are recorded, allowing you to build up your entitlement to certain state benefits, such as a pension.  A National Insurance number does not have any affect on your employability and you may still be subject to immigration rules (please note that you do not need to have a number before starting work).

Yes, you will have to pay National Insurance contributions, by law.

Yes, you will have to pay income tax on your wages.  If you have been employed in the UK since April, your previous employer will issue a P45 form, showing your earnings to date, if you do not have this form, you will need to complete a P46 form on arrival.  Please note: that if your income for the financial year (6th April to 5th April) is below the personal allowance (£12,570– 2023/2024) you may be able to reclaim this tax at the end of the financial year.

The farm will be able to provide accommodation for couples, but there are a limited number available, so they will be issued on a first come, first served basis.

Yes, you will need to buy your own food and there is a supermarket located about 15 minutes walk from the farm.