2026 season

Pumpkin picking near Preston

14 pumpkin patches within 25 miles of central Preston, nearest first. Distances are as the crow flies. Pumpkin season is on. Most patches stay open until 31 October, and weekends book up first.

  • Paul's Farm Pumpkin Patch
    Leyland, Lancashire
    5 miles Open until 25 Oct

    Free-entry pick-your-own pumpkin patch at Paul's Farm Stables, Leyland, open on three October 2026 weekends with a free tractor and trailer ride.

    10 Oct – 25 Oct 2026Just turn upAssistance dogs onlyFree entry
  • Mrs Dowson’s Farm Park
    Clayton-le-Dale, Lancashire
    8 miles 2026 details confirmed

    Pumpkin patch returns for 2026 at Mrs Dowson's Farm Park, with one pumpkin and full farm park entry per ticket; dates are on the booking calendar…

    Book in advance
  • Bradshaws Farm Shop
    Preston, Lancashire
    10 miles Open until 29 Oct

    Bradshaws runs booked pick-your-own pumpkin slots 1–29 October 2026 at £2.95 per vehicle, with pumpkins paid for by weight.

    1 Oct – 29 Oct 2026Book in advance
  • Windmill Animal Farm
    Burscough, Lancashire
    11 miles Open until 1 Nov

    Windmill Animal Farm runs The Great Pumpkin Adventure in 2026, an indoor 'no mud, no mess' pumpkin picking experience with one pumpkin per child…

    10 Oct – 1 Nov 2026Booking recommended
  • Haigh Woodland Park
    Wigan, Greater Manchester
    14 miles Opens 24 Oct

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

    24 Oct – 29 Oct 2026Book in advance
  • The Pumpkin Patch Farm Shop
    Ormskirk, Lancashire
    14 miles

  • Smithills Open Farm
    Bolton, Greater Manchester
    15 miles Open until 31 Oct

    Pumpkin picking runs on selected October 2026 dates, alongside a Halloween Special (included in farm admission) and a Fright Night on 31 October.

    17 Oct – 31 Oct 2026Booking recommended
  • Roby Mill Pumpkin Patch
    Skelmersdale, Lancashire
    15 miles

  • Church View Farm
    Liverpool, Merseyside
    19 miles Open since 3 Oct

    Free-entry pick-your-own pumpkin patch with 5,000+ pumpkins, open from 3 October 2026 until sold out, with fairground rides and food vendors at…

    From 3 Oct 2026Just turn upDogs on leadsFree entry
  • Birchall's pumpkin patch
    Saint Helens, Merseyside
    19 miles

    Birchalls, situated in Rainford, proudly ensures that the pumpkins they offer are exclusively grown on their farm.

  • The Pumpkin Patch Hightown
    Liverpool, Merseyside
    21 miles

    The Pumpkin Patch Hightown, renowned for its vast and varied selection of pumpkins, squashes, and gourds, welcomes visitors from 1st to 31st October.

  • Farmer Berties Pumpkin Patch
    Warrington, Greater Manchester
    22 miles Open until 31 Oct

    PYO pumpkin patch at Glazebury. A ticketed 'Pick of the Patch' opening weekend is followed by walk-in picking until Halloween.

    10 Oct – 31 Oct 2026Just turn upDogs on leads
  • Kenyon Hall Farm
    Warrington, Cheshire
    22 miles Open until 31 Oct

    Large pumpkin festival with 50 varieties, new 2026 photo displays, farm shop and café; advance tickets essential and nearly sold out.

    Until 31 Oct 2026Book in advanceNo dogs
  • Sandhill Strawberry Farm
    Prescot, Merseyside
    24 miles

    Sandhill Strawberry Farm offers a genuine 'pick your own' experience, open 7 days a week from May to early August and extending its charm into…

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