Cheffins has announced that it will handle a dispersal sale for agricultural contracting firm T.E Watkins & Sons, which ceased trading in October 2025.
The decision to halt the contracting business will not affect the sister company, Philip Watkins Ltd, which manufactures agricultural equipment and is due to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
Highlights of the sale include:
- 2020 JCB Fastrac 8330 tractor, estimate £80,000 – £85,000
- 2019 JCB Fastrac 4220 tractor, estimate £50,000
- 2010 JCB Fastrac 3230 tractor, estimate £25,000
2012 Case Quadtrac 600 tractor, estimate £60,000 - 2016 Lexion 760 combine with Claas 930 vario header (Eng hrs: 2,702, Drum hrs: 1,688), estimate £80,000 – £90,000
- 2016 Amazone Pantera 4502 self-propelled sprayer, estimate £50,000
There is also a selection of loaders, implements, workshop equipment, vehicles, spares and trailers which will go under the hammer.
Charles Wadsley, director at Cheffins comments: “T.E Watkins & Sons took the difficult decision to cease farming after the autumn and as a result, much of the equipment owned by the business is now surplus to requirements. It is all well-maintained and it ought to be of interest for farmers and contractors, both locally through the Northern Counties and also overseas.
“This is a strong sale to round out what has been a busy year, and we expect to see a number of buyers at the auction looking to renew their fleets and ensure they are fully equipped for the start of 2026. It is important to note that Philip Watkins will continue unaffected by this business decision and will continue its manufacturing business. Second-hand machinery prices have held firm, despite an increase in stock levels, and there is still demand for low-houred and well looked after kit from farmers from all different types of operations.
“We hope that farming ought to see a more positive year in 2026 and will look to continue to support farmers nationwide in both sourcing and selling equipment.”
The sale will take place on the 4th of December, near Rotherham. For more information, go to www.cheffins.co.uk