We’ve selected the best pumpkin patches in the East of England. A fun, cheap, family day out for autumn.
A pumpkin is the must have accessory of the season! Pull on your wellies and have an autumn adventure at one of the best pumpkin patches in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire. There’s a chance to pick your own pumpkin, enjoy plenty of family-friendly festivities and get ready for Halloween!
All pumpkin patches will be following Government safety guidelines.
Pumpkin patches in Essex
Cammas Hall, open throughout October
Hatfield Broad Oak, near Bishop’s Stortford
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There’s pumpkins galore! 20,000 in fact! This patch gives you all the American vibes. The ready picked patch if full of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Take a photo on the Halloween decorated hay bales or with the animated scarecrow. Stock up on sweet treats, crafts and carving kits at the farm shop. This year decor is impressive with a pumpkin house! Entry to the pumpkin patch will be limited for safety purposes and time-slots must be booked in advance. www.cammashall.co.uk/halloween
Foxes Farm Produce, open throughout October
Basildon, SS15 4ER & Colchester, CO6 3PR
This farm has two locations, Colchester and Basildon, where you can pick your pumpkin straight from the field. Don’t forget to check out the Corn Maze! www.foxesfarmproduce.co.uk
Marsh Farm, October half term
Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5WP
This year the festivities are going to be bigger than ever! The family-friendly farm will be hosting a Halloween Festival where children can take part in fun activities such as pumpkin carving, the ‘Monster Mash’ disco and enjoy a visit to the ‘Boo Barn’, among much more. This will take place in the ‘Pumpkin Village’; an area full of pumpkins of all colours and sizes, a big top circus tent for extra events and the new farm shop. There’s also a free pumpkin for every child. It’s the ultimate Halloween day out for your little monsters! www.marshfarm.co.uk
Calcott Hall, end of October 10am-3pm
Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9HS
Head down to the farm and pick your own juicy pumpkin from the field. Plans for 2020 are still to be confirmed, however if pumpkins are limited you can still enjoy a tasty lunch in the cafe and browse the farm shop. www.calcotthall.com
Pick your own pumpkin patches in Suffolk
Undley Pumpkin Patch & Maize Maze, October weekends and half term
Undley Road, Beck Row, IP28 8BX
One of the biggest and most popular pumpkin patches in the region, you’ll need to be quick to snap up the best. Grab a wheelbarrow and pick your own pumpkin from the vine. Follow a map into the maize maze, which this year will be dedicated to the NHS, climb hay bales and bounce on inflatables. There’s pumpkin carving demonstrations and plenty of seasonal food too! Advanced booking is essential during 2020. Up to 10 tickets per booking can be reserved. undleyfarmevents.co.uk
Friday Street Farm
Friday Street, Saxmundham IP17 1JX
The farm shop and cafe will be hosting a PYO pumpkin patch. Choose a juicy pumpkin from the field, browse seasonal produce in the store and enjoy a bite to eat at the cafe. www.fridaystfarm.co.uk
Norfolk pumpkin patches
The Pumpkin House, 21-31 October
Brookhill Farm, Fakenham Road, Thursford, Fakenham NR21 0BD
A pop-up shop and pumpkin patch. Now in its third year, get into the Halloween spirit at the Pumpkin House, which will be decorated with over 1,000 pumpkins! There’s a huge selection of pumpkins to choose from, a wooded trail, displays, photo opportunities and Halloween decor. New for 2020 is a special ‘Miniature Pumpkin House’, perfect for any visiting little witches or wizards! It’s free entry and pumpkins are individually priced. www.pumpkinhouse.co.uk
The Tacons, October half term 10am-4pm
The Grange, Rollesby, Great Yarmouth NR29 5AJ
A fantastic pick your own location. Stock up on pumpkins and other autumnal produce. thetacons.co.uk
Algy’s Farm Shop, throughout October
Billingford Rd, Bintree, Dereham NR20 5PW
Pick your own pumpkin from a huge field. Lots of shapes and sizes available. www.algys.co.uk
Pick your own pumpkins in Cambridgeshire
Hill Farm, throughout October
Oundle Road, Chesterton, Peterborough PE7 3UA
The farm offers ‘pick your own’ through June to October. October is all about pumpkins and squashes. Stop by with the family, pick a pumpkin then head to the outdoor playground. www.hillfarmpyo.co.uk
Pumpkins at Freshfields, throughout October
Freshfields Farm, Benwick Road, Ramsey Forty Foot, Cambridge
Pick your own pumpkin directly from the field or choose from a large selection of pre-picked ones. www.facebook.com/pg/pumpkinsatfreshfields
Skylark Maize Farm, 19-27 October
Manea Rd, Wimblington, March PE15 0PE
There’s lots of Halloween fun including a pick your own pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving and tractor rides, all part of the Week of Wickedness. www.skylark-events.co.uk/week-of-wickedness
Pumpkin Jims, 23-31 October
Ickleton, Saffron Walden CB10 1TA
A fantastic pumpkin patch within easy reach of Cambridge and north Essex towns. There’s a good variety of pumpkins which can be picked directly from the field. There’s also the opportunity to dig your own spuds and pick wild flowers! Food trucks will be serving up delicious snacks and drinks to keep you warm, and you stock up on local produce at the pop-up farm shop. www.pumpkinjimspatch.co.uk/events
