When choosing a pumpkin patch, it is important to consider the following:
- Age and interests of your children: Some pumpkin patches have additional activities for children, such as mazes, hayrides, and animal encounters
- Distance from your home: It is important to choose a pumpkin patch that is within a comfortable driving distance for you and your family
- Accessibility: If you have young children or elderly family members, you may want to choose a pumpkin patch that is wheelchair accessible and has plenty of parking
Once you have chosen a pumpkin patch, be sure to wear appropriate clothing. Pumpkin patches can be muddy and wet, so it is best to wear waterproof shoes and boots. You may also want to bring a change of clothes for your children.
It is also a good idea to check the sites website before making a trip. This will help you to confirm the opening hours, admission prices, and any special events that may be taking place.
No matter which pumpkin patch you choose, you are sure to have a fun and memorable time with your family and friends.
North Devon
The BIG Sheep’s Pumpkin Patch
Dates: 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Standard park admission charges apply.
Location: Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP
Details: BIG Sheep website
South Devon
Pumpkin Patch at Pennywell Farm
Dates: October 2023
Admission: included in entry price for Pennywell Farm. Tickets must be booked in advance.
Location: Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0LT
Details: Pennywell Farm website
The Colourful Cow in Berry Pomeroy
Dates: every weekend in October from 10am to 4pm as well as daily from 24 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Berry Pomeroy, near Totnes. Use What 3 Words for the exact location: cracker.hurtles.cultivation
Details: Colourful Cow Facebook
Pips Pick Your Own, Yealmpton
Dates: October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Yealmpton, Plymouth
Details: Pips Pick Your Own website
Terawhiti Farm, South Milton
Dates: 7 to 8 and 14 to 15 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: South Milton, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3JT
Details: South Devon pumpkin patch
PYO pumpkin at the Surfing Cow
Dates: 7, 14 and 21 October 2023
Admission: Free entry to the pumpkin patch, £5 per person for the torchlight maize maze
Location: South Battisborough Farm, Holbeton, Plymouth
Details: Surfing Cow Facebook
Devon Pumpkin Picking in Paignton
Dates: weekends from 7 to 15 October and then daily from 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7BH
Details: Pumpkin Picking in Paignton
Pumpkin Picking in Newton Abbot
Dates: weekends from 7 to 15 October and then daily from 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6LH
Details: Pumpkin Picking
Shute Fruit and Produce, Teignmouth
Dates: TBC in 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Shute Farm, Bishopsteignton, Teignmouth, TQ14 9PN
Details: See the picking today page on the Shute website
East Devon
Darts Farm, Topsham
Dates: See website for details
Admission: Free entry
Location: Topsham, EX3 0QH
Details: Darts Farm website
Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter, Exminster
Dates: 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Days-Pottle Lane, Exminster, EX6 8BB
Details: Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter
Heron Farm in Honiton
Dates: 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: fee entry to the farm, £5 per trail sheet.
Location: Weston, Honiton, EX14 3NZ
Details: Heron Farm website
Crealy Adventure Park and Resort, Exeter
Dates: 14 to 29 October 2023
Admission: standard theme park admission charges apply.
Location: Sidmouth Road, Exeter, EX5 1DR
Details: Crealy website
West Town Farm, Ide
Dates: Wednesday 25th - Saturday 28th October 2023
Admission: TBC
Location: Ide, Exeter, EX2 9TG
Details: West Town Farm website
West Devon
Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton Farm
Dates: 7 to 29 October 2023
Admission: £2.50 to £4 per person. Book your timed entry online
Location: Strawberry Fields, Lifton, PL16 0DE
See the Lifton Farm website for booking
Mid Devon
Jolly Pumpkin, Silverton, near Exeter
Dates: 7 to 8, 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Tickets for entry time slots can be bought in advance and cost £1.50 (under 2s are free but require a ticket)
Location: Silverton, Exeter, EX5 4DU
Details: Jolly Pumpkin website
Halberton Court Farm Shop, Tiverton
Dates: TBC in 2023 (check the Farm Shop’s Facebook page for latest information on availability)
Admission: Free
Location: High Street, Halberton, Tiverton EX16 7AW
Details: Halberton Court Farm Shop website
Orway Farm, Cullompton
Dates: 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission: Free
Location: Kentisbeare, Cullompton, EX15 2EY
Details: Orway Farm website
Thorne’s Farm Shop, Crediton
Admission: Small charge for the crafts with proceeds going to Hospice care
Dates: 26 to 28 October 2023
Location: Hawthorn Gardens, Stockleigh Pomeroy, Crediton EX17 4BH
Details: Thorne’s Farm Shop Facebook
Sam’s pumpkin Patch, North Tawton
Dates: dates are coming
Admission: Free
Location: The Barton, North Tawton, EX20 2BB Devon
Details: Sam’s Pumpkin Patch Facebook
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