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Pumpkin picking · Ipswich, Suffolk

Akenham Hall Pumpkin Patch

Open until 31 Oct
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2026 season

Dates
3 Oct – 31 Oct 2026
Opening times
3-4, 10-11, 17-18 October and daily 24-31 October, 10am to 4pm
Prices
Free entry and parking; pay for pumpkins
Booking
Just turn up
Dogs
Dogs on leads
Things to do
  • Pumpkin picking
  • Donkey rides
  • Bouncy castle
  • Alpaca leading
  • Gift shop
Facilities
  • Free parking
  • Toilets
  • Coffee station
  • Food stalls
  • Card payments

Checked 22 October 2026 using akenhamhall.co.uk and raring2go.co.uk. Farms change plans at short notice, especially in bad weather, so check before you set off.

About Akenham Hall Pumpkin Patch

A free-entry farm pumpkin patch just north of Ipswich growing more than 25 varieties, with no booking needed. Weekends and half term add donkey rides, a bouncy castle, a coffee station and alpaca leading on selected days.

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