Pumpkin Picking in Kent
17th September 2024
Get ready for pumpkin picking season, autumn is finally here! We love embracing the colder weather and what better way to do so than going out with loved ones and hunting for the perfect pumpkins? It’s the perfect activity to get everyone in the autumnal spirit! Check out the details below for the best places to go pumpkin picking and when they’ll be happening:
It’s always a good idea to check the weather forecast, don’t forget to dress accordingly, put on your wellies and waterproofs if rain is expected. Gloves are a must to keep those hands clean and warm!
North Kent
Pumpkin Moon:
A pumpkin wonderland! Choose from over 100 varieties of pumpkins, squashes and gourds. Booking is essential and is available to purchase on their website.
Where: Lower Rainham Road, Rainham, Kent, ME7 2YA
When: 5th October – 31st October
Price: Under 2’s go free, £3.75 for an adult and child ticket.
For more information: Choose Maidstone or Rainham and buy your tickets below – Pumpkin Moon
Stanhill Farm:
Stanhill Farms’ 150 acres are managed by brothers Toby and Max Williams. The Farm harvests wheat and a number of different fruit and vegetables; around 20-30 varieties each year.
Where: Birchwood Road, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7HD
When: 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 16th, 29th October. Monday to Saturday: 9:30am – 3:30pm, Sunday: 10:30am – 2:30pm.
Price: £5.00 per ticket (One vehicle of up to seven people / One walk in group of up to seven people)
For more information: Stanhill Farm Pumpkin Patch
Chilton Manor Farm:
Chilton Manor Farm is a family farm and shop situated in the beautiful Kent countryside near Sittingbourne. As well as pick your own pumpkins, they offer pick your own apples, blackberries, raspberries and pears. There isn’t a fee to enter and booking isn’t necessary.
Where: Highsted Road, Sittingbourne ME9 0AA
When: TBC
Price: Pumpkins sold by weight, starts at £1 and maximum is £12.
For more information: Pick Your Own (PYO) and Farm Shop – Chilton Manor Farm Sittingbourne Kent
Saffery Farm:
A small but yet perfectly formed pumpkin patch on a farm which can be found down a tiny track in Selling near Faversham.
Where: Selling near Faversham ME13 9QN
When: 19th October – 27th October.
Price: Pumpkins sold by weight, starting at £1. £4 per car.
For more information: Visit Saffery Farm Facebook page.
East Kent
PYO Pumpkin Canterbury:
Back and better than ever! No booking necessary, perfect for a last minute plan with the family. Admission and parking is free, card and cash accepted and dogs on leads are welcome.
Where: Hoath Fruit Farm, Bekesbourne Lane, Canterbury, CT3 4AB
When: 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th and half term 24th-31st October. 10am-4pm
Price: Pumpkins are priced from £1 to £10
For more information: Visit PYO Pumpkin Canterbury Facebook page.
Delf Farm Shop:
A family run farm shop which is based in Sandwich, known for their fruit and vegetable market and pick your own pumpkins. They also have a dinky donuts stall to enjoy whilst you go! Booking is not necessary.
Where: Delf Nursery, Deal Rd, Sandwich CT13 0BU
When: TBC
Price: Prices start at £1
For more information: Delf Farm Shop | Providing Fresh and Seasonal Foods | Kent
Felderland Farm:
Felderland Farm is one of the largest Pick Your Own or PYO farms in Kent. They grow a wide range of fresh seasonal produce.
Where: 20 Deal Rd, Sandwich, Deal CT14 0BJ
When: 19th – 31st October. 10am-3pm.
Price: £3 for an adult. £1.50 for 3-12 years old, under 3’s go free.
For more information: Felderland PYO ‘Pick Your Own’ Farm
South Kent
PYO Pumpkin Ashford:
Become a ‘Pumpkin Picker’ & choose your own pumpkin for Halloween. Hunt for the golden pumpkin hidden in the field. If you find the gold pumpkin you could win a wheelbarrow of pumpkins for free! If you find a silver pumpkin you can get your largest pumpkin for free. No dogs allowed except assistance dogs.
Where: Cheesemans Green Lane Sevington Ashford TN25 7HX
When: 19th – 30th October.
Price: Pumpkins are priced on size from £1-£10 per pumpkin. £6.66 per car.
For more information: Pick Your Own Pumpkin, Nr Ashford, Kent Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
West Kent
Little Fant Farm:
The Little Fant Farm is a 20 acre small family farm, with a Tea Barn, animals and Orchards to admire. Perfect for those looking for a family day out. The pumpkin picking is free to enter and does not require booking in advance. Dogs are allowed on leads. Parking on site.
Where: Farleigh Lane, Maidstone ME16 9LU
When: Every weekend 10am-4pm
For more information: Whats on at Little Fant Farm, Maidstone
Fourwinds Farm:
A working family farm with events such as christmas tree sales, farm open days and PYO pumpkins.
Where: Poundsbridge Hill, Fordcombe TN3 0RL
When: TBC
For more information: Four Winds Farm Facebook Page
Looking for other activities to do over the Autumn? Check out our Autumnal Walks in Kent or our events page to discover more!
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