Pumpkin picking · Bolton, Greater Manchester
Smithills Open Farm
Open until 31 Oct2026 season
- Dates
- 17 Oct – 31 Oct 2026
- Opening times
- Pumpkin picking Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, then daily Sat 24 – Sat 31 Oct Halloween Special 24–31 Oct (included in farm admission) Fright Night 31 Oct, slots from 5:30pm Farm open 10am–5pm
- Prices
- Pumpkin picking £6 per pumpkin; Fright Night £16 per person incl. supper; farm admission extra
- Booking
- Booking recommended
- Things to do
- Pumpkin picking
- Spooky sweet hunt
- Fancy dress competition
- Haunted tractor rides (Fright Night)
- Spooky woodland walk (Fright Night)
- Facilities
- Pram-friendly
Checked 22 October 2026 using smithillsopenfarm.co.uk. Farms change plans at short notice, especially in bad weather, so check before you set off.
About Smithills Open Farm
Smithills is hosting a Halloween Spooktacular with three exciting events during the half term. From October 21st to 31st, visitors can enjoy pumpkin picking, a separate ticketed event allowing guests to select their desired pumpkins. Additionally, from October 21st to 29th, a Halloween Special offers family-friendly activities, arts, crafts, spooky sweet hunts, and games, included with regular farm admission. For those seeking a thrilling experience, the Fright Night on October 28th promises an evening of scares, suitable for ages 6 and above. Tickets for these events are available online.
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