PickPumpkins

Pumpkin picking · Wigan, Greater Manchester

Haigh Woodland Park

Opens 24 Oct
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2026 season

Dates
24 Oct – 29 Oct 2026
Opening times
Daily 24–29 Oct 2026 in the Walled Gardens; timed sessions (one listed at 10:15am)
Booking
Book in advance
Things to do
  • Pumpkin picking
  • Family Halloween activities
  • Haigh Monster Mash party (31 Oct, separate ticket)
  • Zombie Run (24 Oct, separate ticket)
Facilities
  • Car park (charges apply)

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

About Haigh Woodland Park

Council-run 'Pumpkin Pickin' family event in the Walled Gardens during October half term 2026, booked via Eventbrite.

Our older description (written for a previous season)

As part of Halloween celebrations at Haigh Woodland Park, the Pumpkin Pickin' event returns in 2023. Over four days, ticket holders can select a pumpkin to take home. The event offers family entertainment, with hundreds of pumpkins available for picking. Visitors can interact with costumed characters, participate in a quiz for prizes, and find hidden letters spelling out a spooky word, which grants access to a marquee featuring live performances. Each event lasts approximately 45 minutes, and regular parking charges apply. Haigh Woodland Park is known for its impressive grounds and woodlands.

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