The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness is upon us, which means its nearly time to go pumpkin picking in Devon!
Last year this 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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We look forward to repeating this happy harvest this October. Dates are TBC but bookmark this post for later in the year.
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.
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
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.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: South Milton, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3JT. You’ll spot signs on the road as you approach
Look out for more details on the Terawhiti Farm Facebook page.
Pips Pick Your Own, Yealmpton
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Yealmpton, Plymouth
Find out more on the Pips Pick Your Own website.
Surfing Cow Ice Cream, Holbeton
What’s on: Pick your own pumpkins, enjoy an autumnal ice cream from the the scooping cabinet, get lost in the maize maze and Surfing Cow hot chocolates topped with a scoop of Devon dairy ice cream and mini marshmallows. Dogs on leads welcome.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: South Battisborough Farm, Holbeton, PL8 1JY
Find out more on the Surfing Cow Ice Cream website.
Shute Fruit and Produce, Teignmouth
When: TBC in 2022
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.
Devon Pumpkin Picking at Caton Farm, Bickington
What’s on: pumpkin picking, pumpkin patch family photoshoots and refreshments.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Caton Farm, Bickington, South Devon, TQ13 7EU
Find out the latest information on the Caton Farm website.
Pumpkin patch at Pennywell Farm
What’s on: enjoy the usual Pennywell Farm activities, rides and animal encounters, plus pick up a pumpkin and explore the pumpkin trail.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission: included in entry price for Pennywell Farm
Where: Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0LT
Find out more and book tickets on the Pennywell Farm website.
Pumpkin picking in North Devon
Braunton Pumpkin Patch
When: TBC in 2022
Where: Moor Lane, Braunton, EX33 1HG. Please note: the patch has a new location which will be signposted closer to the time
Keep an eye on the Braunton Farm Shop Facebook page for more information.
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: TBC in 2022
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.
If you know of any more pumpkin patches in North Devon drop me a line and I’ll add them!
Pick pumpkins in East Devon
Jolly Pumpkin, Exeter
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: £1 for visitors over three-years-old when booked online. £2 on the gate
Where: Silverston, Exeter, EX5 4DU
Find out more on the Jolly Pumpkin website.
Darts Farm, Topsham
What’s on: the Pumpkin Festival returns to Darts Farm this 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: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Topsham, EX3 0QH
Keep an eye on the Darts Farm website for more details.
Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter, Exminster
What’s on: pumpkin picking, bouncy castles and axe throwing
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: Days-Pottle Lane, Exminster, EX6 8BB
Find out more on the Pick Your Own Pumpkins Exeter Facebook page.
West Town Farm, Ide
What’s on: Pumpkin picking, tractor trailer rides, pig feeding, a hay bale maze and visit the Farm Yard Cafe. Entry must be booked in advance.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: £5 for adults and £4 for children. Book timed entry in advance
Where: Ide, Exeter, EX2 9TG
Book tickets on the West Town Farm website.
Crealy Adventure Park and Resort, Exeter
What’s on: Expect Halloween shows in the arena, the Creaky Hotel, bewitched singing pumpkins, a scarecrow maze and a free pumpkin for every child.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: standard theme park admission charges apply.
Where: Sidmouth Road, Exeter, EX5 1DR
Find out more on the Crealy website.
PYO pumpkins in Mid-Devon
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 2022
Admission charge: FREE
Where: High Street, Halberton, Tiverton EX16 7AW
Find out more on the Halberton Court Farm Shop website.
Orway Pumpkins, Cullompton
When: TBC in 2022
Where: Broad Road, Kerswell, Cullompton, EX15 2EY
Like the Orway Pumpkins Facebook page for more information.
Thorne’s Farm Shop, Crediton
What’s on: the PYO Pumpkin festival and a charity scarecrow trail will be happening around the farm. There’s a bag of sweets for completed trail finds. Fancy dress is optional and the cafe and shop will be open.
When: TBC in 2022
Where: Hawthorn Gardens, Stockleigh Pomeroy, Crediton EX17 4BH
Like the Thorne’s Farm Shop Facebook page for all the latest updates.
Go Pumpkin picking in West Devon
Pumpkin Fest at Lifton Farm
What’s on: Pumpkin Fest returns to Lifton Farm with lots of family fun from pumpkin picking and carving, to a mystical magic show and a haunted maize maze.
When: TBC in 2022
Admission charge: £2.50 per person admission. Additional £4 per person for the maze
Where: Strawberry Fields, Lifton, PL16 0DE
See the Lifton Farm website for booking and more information.
Where to find pumpkin patches in Devon
Here’s a handy map to help you locate all these pumpkin patches:
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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