The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness is upon us, which means its nearly time to go pumpkin picking in Devon!
Last year visiting a pumpkin farm was one of our autumn highlights. The kids dressed up in their Halloween finery and we headed to our local pumpkin patch where there was an astonishing collection of gourds in all shapes, sizes and colours – perfect for decorating our doorstep.
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If you fancy picking up a pumpkin or two to turn into a jack-o-lantern and or try out a tasty recipe using the spoils, read on for where to find pumpkin patches around Devon this year.
Some patches are still to be confirmed so I’ll be updating this post over the coming weeks.
To help you find where to pick pumpkins near you, I’ve split this guide into South, East, Mid and West Devon.
You might also like my post about what’s on in Devon this Halloween.
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PYO Pumpkins in South Devon
Here’s where to find pumpkin farms in South Devon:
Pumpkin patch at Pennywell Farm
What’s on: enjoy the usual Pennywell Farm activities, rides and animal encounters, plus seasonal picture opportunities, pick up a pumpkin and explore the pumpkin trail. There’s prizes to be won too! Dress up as a scarecrow to receive a treat when you arrive.
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When: expected October 2023
Admission: included in entry price for Pennywell Farm. Tickets must be booked in advance.
Where: Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0LT
Find out more and book tickets on the Pennywell Farm website.
Pips Pick Your Own, Yealmpton
What’s on: simply pick your own pumpkins. Wheel barrows are available. Dates will be announced in September so keep an eye on Pip’s Facebook page.
When: slated for the beginning of October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Yealmpton, Plymouth
Find out more on the Pips Pick Your Own website.
Terawhiti Farm, South Milton
What’s on: come and pick big ones, small ones, warty ones and ghost pumpkins, then treat yourselves to hot food and refreshments from the Rose Farm food van.
You can also ride the Pumpkin Express, have your face painted and have a go at the coconut shy.
No dogs are allowed in the pumpkin fields but are allowed on a lead in other areas.
When: 7 to 8 and 14 to 15 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: South Milton, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3JT.
The peeps at the farm say: “Do not use your Satnav and avoid Upton to avoid narrow lanes. Come via the A381 West Alvington to Salcombe stretch, taking the South Milton turn and drive through the village following the 20mph signs.”
Find out more on the South Devon pumpkin patch website.
PYO pumpkin at the Surfing Cow
What’s on: as well as pick your own pumpkins at this delicious Devon Ice Cream place you can spend an evening exploring its torchlit maize maze.
Aune Valley will be onsite each evening with hot food and each child with a ticket for the maze will get a Halloween themed goodie bag. Bring your own torches.
The pumpkin patch is open from midday.
When: 7, 14 and 21 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE entry to the pumpkin patch, £5 per person for the torchlight maize maze
Where: South Battisborough Farm, Holbeton, Plymouth
Find out more on the Surfing Cow Facebook page.
Devon Pumpkin Picking in Paignton
What’s on: there’s a lot more than pumpkin picking on at this new patch in Paignton. Pick you own, take part in the Golden Pumpkin Competition, have a family photoshoot and enjoy homemade refreshments.
When: weekends from 7 to 15 October and then daily from 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7BH
Find out the latest information on the pumpkin picking website.
The Colourful Cow in Berry Pomeroy
What’s on: pick your own pumpkins in the South Hams
When: every weekend in October from 10am to 4pm as well as daily from 24 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: TBC
Where: Berry Pomeroy, near Totnes. Use What 3 Words to find there exact location: cracker.hurtles.cultivation
Find out more on the Colourful Cow Facebook page.
Pumpkin Picking in Newton Abbot
What’s on: there’s a lot more than pumpkin picking on at this patch in Bickington. Pick you own, take part in the Golden Pumpkin Competition, have a family photoshoot and enjoy homemade refreshments.
When: weekends from 7 to 15 October and then daily from 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6LH
Find out the latest information on the pumpkin picking website.
Shute Fruit and Produce, Teignmouth
What’s on: pick your own seasonal vegetables and fruits at Shute Farm. What’s available changes monthly so keep an eye on the farm’s website to see when pumpkins become available this year.
When: TBC in 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Shute Farm, Bishopsteignton, Teignmouth, TQ14 9PN
Keep an eye on the ‘picking today‘ page of the Shute website for the latest information.
Pumpkin picking in North Devon
Here’s where to find North Devon pumpkin patches:
The BIG Sheep’s pumpkin patch
What’s on: Book tickets for The Big Sheep theme park and you’ll have access to its pumpkin patch as well as plenty of other spooky activities including a monsters ball, fancy dress competitions and a witches flying school.
When: 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: standard theme park admission charges apply.
Where: Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP
Find out more and book tickets on The BIG Sheep website.
Braunton Pumpkin Patch
What’s on: Pumpkin picking is back at Braunton this year! Grab your wellies and pick a winner!
When: 21 to 28 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Moor Lane, Braunton, near Barnstaple
Find out more on the Braunton Pumpkin Patch Facebook page.
If you know of any more pumpkin patches in North Devon drop me a line and I’ll add them!
Pick pumpkins in Mid Devon
There’s loads of pumpkin farms to pick you own in Mid Devon:
Jolly Pumpkin, Silverton, near Exeter
What’s on: there will be more than 50 varieties of pumpkin and gourd in the fields at Jolly Group’s farm to the north of Exeter, as well as a dino maize maze and plenty of picture opportunities.
When: 7 to 8, 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: Tickets for entry time slots can be bought in advance and cost £1.50 (under 2s go free but require a ticket)
Where: Silverton, Exeter, EX5 4DU
Find out more on the Jolly Pumpkin website.
Orway Farm, Cullompton
What’s on: 15 varieties of pumpkins have been planted this year so their will be a colourful crop of pumpkins ready to greet you.
As well as gourds there’s tractors to play on, animals to meet and refreshments to help you refuel.
When: 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: free
Where: Kentisbeare, Cullompton, EX15 2EY
Find out more on the Orway Farm website.
Thorne’s Farm Shop, Crediton
What’s on: the PYO Pumpkin festival is back! There will be lots of creepy crawly crafts to make and plenty of pumpkins to choose from.
Admission charge: there’s a charge for the crafts with proceeds going to Hospice care.
When: 26 to 28 October 2023
Where: Hawthorn Gardens, Stockleigh Pomeroy, Crediton EX17 4BH
Like the Thorne’s Farm Shop Facebook page for all the latest updates.
Halberton Court Farm Shop, Tiverton
What’s on: come and pick your perfect pumpkin and indulge in a treat from there farm shop’s The Swans Neck Cafe.
When: TBC in 2023 (check the Farm Shop’s Facebook page for latest information on availability)
Admission charge: FREE
Where: High Street, Halberton, Tiverton EX16 7AW
Find out more on the Halberton Court Farm Shop website.
PYO Pumpkins in East Devon
Find pumpkin patches at these East Devon farms and attractions:
Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter, Exminster
What’s on: lots of activities including laser clay shooting, monster truck rides and inflatables as well as catering on site with hot food and drinks.
When: 14 to 15 and 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Days-Pottle Lane, Exminster, EX6 8BB
Find out more on the Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter website.
Heron Farm in Honiton
What’s on: There’s a pumpkin trail on at Heron Farm. Navigate your way around the farm to find the hidden pumpkins, each with a clue to the mystery word!
Solve the riddle and there’s a prize waiting for you back at the café!
When: 21 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: fee entry to the farm, £5 per trail sheet.
Where: Weston, Honiton, EX14 3NZ
Find out more on the Heron Farm website.
Crealy Adventure Park and Resort, Exeter
What’s on: Expect Halloween shows in the arena, the Creaky Hotel, a scarecrow maze and a free pumpkin for every child.
When: 14 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: standard theme park admission charges apply.
Where: Sidmouth Road, Exeter, EX5 1DR
Find out more on the Crealy website.
Darts Farm, Topsham
What’s on: a Pumpkin Festival takes place at Darts Farm each year. Head down to the gazebo by The Hen House on the front field, wait for a member of the team to give you instructions and head out on to the pumpkin patch!
When: the festival usually happens over Devon’s October half term. Check before you visit!
Admission charge: usually free
Where: Topsham, EX3 0QH
Keep an eye on the Darts Farm website for more details.
West Town Farm, Ide
The 2023 pumpkins are planted at West Town Farm. It’s just the patch opening dates we are all waiting for!
When: dates are coming soon
Admission charge: TBC
Where: Ide, Exeter, EX2 9TG
Keep an eye on the West Town Farm website for updates.
Go Pumpkin picking in West Devon
Pick up a pumpkin at this spot in West Devon:
Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton Farm
What’s on: Pumpkin Fest returns to Lifton Farm with lots of family fun from pumpkin picking and carving, to a magic show and a pirates maize maze. Dogs on leads are allowed.
When: 7 to 29 October 2023
Admission charge: £2.50 to £4 per person. Book your timed entry online
Where: Strawberry Fields, Lifton, PL16 0DE
See the Lifton Farm website for booking and more information.
Sam’s pumpkin Patch, North Tawton
What’s on: pick your own pumpkins and indulge in some treats from the barbecue and refreshment stalls.
When: dates are coming
Admission charge: free
Where: The Barton, North Tawton, EX20 2BB Devon
Keep an eye on the Sam’s Pumpkin Patch Facebook page for the latest information.
Where to find pumpkin patches in Devon
Here’s a handy map to help you locate all these pumpkin patches. Please note: some patches are in o best directions.
If you know of any places to go pumpkin picking in Devon not mentioned in this post then let me know so I can add them in. Listings here are free!
If you liked this guide you might also want to check out my post about family-friendly farm shops in Devon.
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ros
Saturday 9th of September 2023
Are there any organisations that help people with disabilities and without cars to get to these wonderful places? If you could point me to any volunteering charities, I would be most grateful.
Claire Hall
Monday 11th of September 2023
Hi Ros, the best people to ask would be Living Options Devon. They may be able to help or put you in touch with a business that can support you: https://www.livingoptions.org/contact-us/