Hands down one of my favourite activities to do once Autumn arrives and the first to do in October is Pumpkin Picking. Visiting a pumpkin patch has become increasingly popular over the years with many people gathering to pick the festive decoration for their homes.
I wanted to create a post of some of the best places to pick your pumpkins in the East Midlands in 2022. Pumpkin picking is a fun, outdoorsy activity you can enjoy with your family and friends.
*please note* I am still waiting on information confirmation on some of the locations.
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| Cattows Farm, Leicestershire |
Leicestershire
This is the patch we have been visiting for the last five years to pick our pumpkins, we love it here and the events here expand year on year! 2022 is set to be just as good as previous years for this Leicestershire farm. Halloween Farm will be hosting a variety of events across the month of October.
Address: Cattows Farm, Swepstone Road, Heather, Leicestershire, LE67 2RF
When? Open from 1st October until 31st October, 7 days a week. 9 am to 5 pm.
How much/do you need to prebook? This year Cattows Farm are operating a booking system for entry into Halloween Farm. Admission rates vary depending on the date, some prices start as little as £2. Parking is free and children under 1 are free of charge. You can book a morning or afternoon slot and stay as long as you like! There is so much on offer this season so you need to check out the website for further information!
‘We are a local farm specialising in the growing of Pumpkins. We grow 7,000 pumpkins and grow the largest pumpkins in the area.’
Address: Snarestone Pumpkin Farm, Lodge Farm, Measham Road, Snarestone DE12 7DA
When? Sat 8th-Sunday 9th, Sat 15th-Sunday 16th, Tues 18th-Wed 19th, 21st-31st October
How much/do you need to prebook? You do not need to book to visit Snarestone Pumpkin Farm. They charge on size and not weight and visitors are encouraged to wear face masks whilst visiting the farm.
“Wymeswold Fruit Farm is a traditional family run farm, spanning three generations, located on the outskirts of Wymeswold.”
Address: Wymeswold Fruit Farm, Wide Lane, Wymeswold, Leicestershire LE12 6SE
When? Open every day until Halloween
How much/do you need to pre-book? Waiting for more definitive information on 2022 pumpkin picking at this location.
"In May 2020, James and Peta launched Rutland Pumpkins - planting 8,000 pumpkin seeds on a field adjacent to James’ sister Abigail’s business, Live Lab, which provides grain, feedstuff and soil analysis for farmers across the country. We were delighted with how many people came to see us and cannot wait to see you all again this year!"
Address: Flitteriss Park Farm, Oakham LE15 8LW
When? 15th,16th, 20-29 October: 10am - 4pm 30th October: 10am - 1pm
How much/do you need to pre-book? Booking is necessary and costs nothing, it helps manage numbers attending the pumpkin patch. You can book your slot here.
Derbyshire
- Bluebells Dairy Pumpkin Festival *still waiting for 2022 information
"A pumpkin picking patch with thousands of pumpkins, Halloween trail, and daily spooky shows, there’s always something frightening for you to enjoy! It's back, bigger and better than ever before!"
Address: Brunswood Farm, Locko Road, Derby. DE21 7AR
When? 23-31 October
How much/do you need to pre-book? You need to book for this pumpkin patch. Tickets are limited, book now!
Address: Lime Farm Mansfield Road, Derby DE7 6JU
When? Begins on 2nd October. Please see the website when booking to check availability before your visit to Mr Pumpkin.
How much/do you need to pre-book? Book your ticket here.
Nottinghamshire
“Join us at Maxeys Farm Shop for our famous pick up a pumpkin festival. Plenty of activities, food, spooky gifts and the award-winning farm shop.“
Address: Hockerton Road, Kirklington, Notts, NG22 8BP
When? Open from 8th-31st October everyday!
How much/do you need to prebook? You do not need to book to attend this pumpkin patch. Admission is £2 per person (off peak), under 16's free. To attend during their peak time it'll be £3 per person with under 16's free.
“Set in the rolling Nottinghamshire countryside a few miles north of Nottingham, this family-run ‘Pick Your Own’ has 1000’s of pumpkins, squashes and gourds for you to choose from. There will be delicious food by Rocket Dogs and Little Schnauzer Coffee Company. Sorry, no dogs.”
Address: Haywood Oaks Ln, Blidworth, Mansfield NG21 0PE
When? Everyday from 14th October.
How much/do you need to prebook? There is no need to book and they have free admission and car parking.
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