Top Pumpkin Patches Across the UK: Best Pumpkin Picking Days Out for Families

Autumn has arrived, which means muddy wellies, cosy jumpers, hot chocolate and one very important family mission: finding the perfect pumpkin.

For children, pumpkin picking is not just about choosing something to carve for Halloween. It is the excitement of running through the field, spotting the biggest pumpkin, finding the smallest pumpkin, pulling a wheelbarrow, taking autumn photos and coming home with something they chose themselves.

For parents, it can be a lovely October half-term day out that feels seasonal, outdoorsy and memorable.

When do pumpkin patches open in the UK?

Most UK pumpkin patches open from late September or early October and continue until Halloween, with many adding extra dates, Halloween trails and activities during October half-term.

If you are visiting with younger children, earlier in October can be a good choice. The fields are often quieter, there may be a better choice of pumpkins and you can avoid some of the busiest half-term crowds.

One important parent tip: Book before you travel.

Many popular pumpkin patches now use timed entry, and weekends can sell out quickly, especially in the final two weeks of October.

Best pumpkin patches in England

Kenyon Hall Farm, Warrington

For families in the North West, Kenyon Hall Farm is a brilliant place to start.

It is a strong option for families near Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire and Southport who want a seasonal day out without travelling too far. The pumpkin patch has that classic autumn feel, with plenty of pumpkins, family photo opportunities and a relaxed farm atmosphere.

It works especially well if you want something simple, outdoorsy and fun without planning a huge full-day trip.

Kids Pass members can currently unlock savings at Kenyon Hall Farm, making it a useful autumn option for families who want to keep October half-term costs down.

Good for: toddlers, younger children and relaxed family pumpkin picking.

Money-saving tip: decide your pumpkin budget before you enter the field. Children can become very attached to several pumpkins very quickly.

Farmer Ted’s Farm Park, Lancashire

Farmer Ted’s Farm Park is a great choice if your children want more than just pumpkin picking.

Alongside seasonal pumpkin fun, families can enjoy farm animals, play areas and Halloween-themed activities, making it feel like a bigger October day out.

This is especially useful for parents who want one main half-term activity that keeps children busy for longer than a quick pumpkin field visit.

Kids Pass members can currently save on Farmer Ted’s Farm Park, helping to reduce the cost of a bigger autumn family day out.

Good for: families who want pumpkins, animals and extra activities.

Parent tip: check what is included before you go, especially if there are seasonal Halloween extras or timed activities.

Pumpkins at Lower Drayton Farm, Staffordshire

Pumpkins at Lower Drayton Farm is a strong Midlands option for families near Birmingham, Stafford, Wolverhampton and the wider West Midlands.

It is a good choice if you want the pumpkin patch to feel like a proper event, with autumn activities and seasonal fun around the picking experience.

Kids Pass members can currently save at Pumpkins at Lower Drayton Farm, making it a good option for families looking for a cheaper October half-term day out.

Good for: families in Staffordshire, Birmingham and the Midlands.

Money-saving tip: check whether pumpkins are included in the ticket price or charged separately.

Hobbledown Epsom, Surrey

Hobbledown Epsom is a good choice when children need more entertainment than simply choosing a pumpkin.

The attraction combines seasonal fun with animals and adventure play, so it is easy to turn the visit into a fuller family day out.

This makes it especially useful for active children who want to climb, explore, see animals and do more than walk around a field.

Kids Pass members can currently save on general admission tickets to Hobbledown Epsom.

Good for: active children, animal lovers and families who want a bigger day out.

Parent tip: this is a better choice if you want the pumpkin activity to be part of a wider family attraction.

Hobbledown Heath, Hounslow

If you are searching for pumpkin picking near London, Hobbledown Heath is worth adding to your list.

It is useful for London families because it combines seasonal pumpkin fun with animals, adventure play and Halloween activities, helping to fill more than an hour or two.

Kids Pass members can currently unlock savings on general admission tickets, making it a good option for a London autumn day out with children.

Good for: London families wanting pumpkins plus extra activities.

Parent tip: check travel time and parking before booking, especially if you are travelling from central London.

Cannon Hall Farm, South Yorkshire

At Cannon Hall Farm, pumpkins are only part of the attraction.

Families can also enjoy animals, play areas, demonstrations and seasonal activities, making this a good option for children who may lose interest in pumpkin picking very quickly.

Kids Pass currently offers savings at Cannon Hall Farm, although families should always check the exact ticket and seasonal event terms before booking.

Good for: animal lovers and families wanting a full farm day out.

Money-saving tip: if you are booking a bigger farm day, plan food and snacks before you go.

Stockeld Park, Wetherby

Stockeld Park is a brilliant Yorkshire option for families looking for more than a pumpkin field.

It combines autumn atmosphere with Halloween entertainment, trails and family adventure, making it a strong choice for children who enjoy exploring.

Good for: Halloween atmosphere and a bigger family adventure.

Parent tip: this is better for families wanting a full experience rather than a quick pumpkin stop.

Tulleys Pumpkin Festival, West Sussex

If you want a pumpkin patch with real wow factor, Tulleys is one of the biggest options in the UK.

It feels much more like an autumn festival than a simple pumpkin field, with huge displays, photo spots, seasonal food, entertainment and plenty of atmosphere.

This is a great choice for families who want a bigger day out, older children who enjoy photo moments and parents who want something that feels like a proper event.

Good for: big autumn days out, older children, teenagers and family photos.

Money-saving tip: decide before you go whether you are there just for pumpkins or for the full festival experience. Extras can quickly add up.

Piglets Adventure Farm, York

Piglets Adventure Farm near York is a popular family attraction, and its autumn events make it a strong pumpkin-picking option for families in North Yorkshire.

It is especially good for younger children because there is more to do than simply choose a pumpkin. Families can enjoy farm-style activities, play and seasonal fun, making it a good October half-term day out.

Good for: younger children and families around York.

Parent tip: check food options before travelling so you can decide whether to eat there or bring snacks.

Cattows Farm, Leicestershire

Cattows Farm is a good choice for families who want a traditional countryside pumpkin-picking experience.

Expect open fields, pumpkins in different shapes and sizes, and that classic autumn farm feeling.

It is a strong option if you prefer a simple pick-your-own visit rather than a large Halloween attraction.

Good for: traditional pumpkin picking and relaxed family visits.

Money-saving tip: bring your own drinks and snacks if the venue allows it.

Garsons Farm, Surrey

Garsons is well known for pick-your-own fruit and vegetables, with pumpkins becoming the autumn star.

This is a lovely option for families who enjoy the actual searching part of pumpkin picking — walking through the field, comparing shapes and letting children choose the one that feels “right”.

Good for: traditional PYO farm experiences.

Parent tip: this is a good choice if your children enjoy choosing produce and being part of the picking experience.

Secretts of Milford, Surrey

Secretts is another popular Surrey option for seasonal pick-your-own days.

A visit can be kept simple: choose your pumpkins, enjoy the fresh air, take some photos and head home for carving, painting or Halloween decorating.

Good for: families looking for a classic seasonal outing.

Money-saving tip: make the pumpkin patch the morning activity, then do carving or decorating at home later to stretch the day.

Hatter’s Farm, Essex

Hatter’s Farm is a popular choice for families looking for carving pumpkins and colourful autumn photo opportunities.

It can be fun to give each child a clear budget or pumpkin size limit before they start choosing.

Good for: pumpkin carving and classic autumn family photos.

Parent tip: set expectations before children start picking, especially if pumpkins are priced by size.

Best pumpkin patches in Scotland

Arnprior Farm, Stirling

Arnprior Farm is one of Scotland’s best-known pumpkin patches and a big seasonal favourite.

Its autumn festival usually offers a large pumpkin-picking experience, photo opportunities and extra family activities, making it a good choice for families who want more than a quick field visit.

Parent tip: Scottish October weather can be unpredictable, so pack waterproofs, warm layers and spare socks.

Craigies Farm, South Queensferry

Just outside Edinburgh, Craigies Farm is another fantastic autumn option for families.

Its pumpkin festival usually includes pumpkin picking, tractor rides, games and seasonal entertainment, making it a strong choice for children who like lots to do.

Good for: families near Edinburgh and children who enjoy activity-led days out.

Money-saving tip: check whether your admission ticket and pumpkin are separate costs before booking.

Best pumpkin patches in Wales

Manorafon Farm Park, Abergele

Manorafon Farm Park is a strong North Wales option for families looking for a full Halloween-style farm day out.

Because it is a farm attraction rather than just a pumpkin field, it works well if you want enough activities to justify a longer journey.

Good for: North Wales families and children who enjoy animals and farm parks.

Parent tip: check the difference between daytime family events and evening Halloween sessions before booking.

Vale Pick Your Own, Vale of Glamorgan

Vale Pick Your Own offers seasonal pumpkin picking at Greenland Farm in Bonvilston.

It is a good option for South Wales families who want a more relaxed pick-your-own experience, and evening pumpkin sessions can feel especially atmospheric for older children.

Good for: South Wales families, older children and atmospheric autumn visits.

Money-saving tip: bring a torch for evening sessions and check whether pumpkins are priced separately.

How to save money on pumpkin picking

Pumpkin picking can start as a cheap autumn afternoon and somehow end with tickets, pumpkins, hot chocolates, doughnuts, face painting and decorative gourds.

A little planning helps.

Set a pumpkin budget

Tell children how many pumpkins they can choose before entering the field.

One large family pumpkin plus a smaller pumpkin for each child is often enough.

Check what is included

At some attractions, entry includes activities but pumpkins cost extra.

At others, part of the ticket price may be redeemable against pumpkins.

Check before booking so you can compare the real cost, not just the headline ticket price.

Visit earlier in October

Earlier October dates can mean quieter sessions, better pumpkin choice and fewer crowds.

You will also have pumpkins ready for decorating before the Halloween rush.

Check Kids Pass before booking

Before paying full price, check whether the attraction is available through Kids Pass.

Offers and availability can change, so always check the latest member offer before booking.

Bring your own drinks and snacks where allowed

Food can quickly become one of the most expensive parts of the day.

If the venue allows outside food, pack drinks and a few snacks. You can still save one hot chocolate or doughnut as the special treat.

Take your own bags

Some patches provide wheelbarrows while you are picking, but sturdy reusable bags can make getting the pumpkins back to the car much easier.

Your arms will thank you.

What should you wear pumpkin picking?

Three words: wear your wellies.

Even if it has not rained that morning, pumpkin fields can get extremely muddy during October.

For children, bring or wear:

• wellies or old waterproof shoes
• warm layers
• waterproof coats
• spare socks
• a change of trousers in the car
• gloves on colder days

For parents, one extra rule: do not wear the trainers you actually like.

What can you do with pumpkins afterwards?

Do not let the fun end when you leave the farm.

Once you are home, turn the pumpkins into another low-cost family activity.

You could:

• have a family pumpkin-carving competition
• let younger children decorate pumpkins with paint or stickers
• roast the pumpkin seeds
• make pumpkin soup
• bake pumpkin muffins
• create an autumn doorstep display
• use smaller pumpkins as table decorations
• make a Halloween photo corner at home

This is a simple way to stretch one day out into several afternoons of entertainment.

Make an autumn day of it for less with Kids Pass

Pumpkin picking does not have to mean an expensive October day out.

With a little planning, you can choose a patch close to home, set a pumpkin budget, pack snacks and still enjoy all the cosy autumn fun children are really there for.

And if you are planning more than one family day out this October, remember to check Kids Pass before paying full price.

Kids Pass can help families save on autumn attractions, farm parks, pumpkin days out, cinema, dining and hundreds of family activities across the UK.

Join Kids Pass for just £1 for 30 days and start saving on family days out.