Best Pumpkin Picking in Kent – Family-Friendly Farms for Autumn 2025
Looking for the best pumpkin picking in Kent this autumn 2025? Whether you are planning a family day out, searching for pumpkin patches near you, or simply want to enjoy the seasonal fun of Kent’s countryside, we have rounded up the top pumpkin farms and pick-your-own experiences across the county. From photo-worthy pumpkin fields to child-friendly activities, these spots offer the perfect way to celebrate the harvest season and make the most of October half-term.
Please note: While many pumpkin patches have confirmed their 2025 opening dates, some are still awaiting updates. We recommend checking each venue’s website or social media before visiting to avoid disappointment.
📍 North Kent Pumpkin Patches
Pumpkin Moon
Step into a pumpkin wonderland with over 100 varieties of pumpkins, squashes and gourds. A popular pick-your-own patch with three Kent locations, offering a wide range of pumpkins and squashes, wheelbarrows for easy picking, and plenty of photo opportunities.
Location: Rainham, Maidstone & Faversham
Dates:
- 11–12 October (10am–4pm)
- 18–26 October (10am–4pm)
- 27–31 October (10am–1pm)
Price: £2.75 weekdays / £3.75 weekends (under 2s free)
🔗 Visit Pumpkin Moon
PYO Pumpkins – Beluncle Farm, Hoo
A vibrant pumpkin patch on the Hoo Peninsula with themed displays, food stalls, and plenty of space for families to explore.
Location: Beluncle Farm, Hoo, Medway
Dates:
- 11–12 October
- 18–19 October
- 20, 21, 23, 24 October
- 25–26 October
- 28–31 October
Price: £10 per car (up to 7 seats)
🔗 Visit PYO Pumpkins
Stanhill Farm – Dartford
A working farm offering a traditional pumpkin picking experience with plenty of space to explore.
- Location: Birchwood Road, Wilmington, Dartford, DA2 7HD
- Dates: October (exact dates TBC)
- Price: £5 per ticket (covers up to 7 people)
- 🔗 Visit Stanhill Farm
Erriot Wood Pumpkin Patch – Lynsted near Sittingbourne
After the successful trail pumpkin patch, Erriot Wood is open for its third year and has a scarecrow hunt.
- Location: Lynsted, Sittingbourne, ME9 0JW
- Price: £5 per car
- 🔗 Visit Erriot Wood Pumpkins
Saffery Farm – Selling near Faversham
A hidden gem in the countryside, perfect for a quieter pumpkin picking day.
- Location: ME13 9QN
- Dates: Check Facebook for updates
- Price: £4 per car, pumpkins from £1
- 🔗 Saffery Farm Facebook
📍 East Kent Pumpkin Patches
PYO Pumpkin Canterbury – Hoath Fruit Farm
No booking required – ideal for spontaneous family outings. Dogs on leads welcome.
- Location: Bekesbourne Lane, Canterbury, CT3 4AB
- Dates: Check Facebook for updates
- Price: Free entry, pumpkins £1–£10
- 🔗 PYO Pumpkin Canterbury Facebook
Delf Farm Shop – Sandwich
A family-run farm with a friendly atmosphere and delicious dinky donuts on site.
- Location: Deal Road, Sandwich, CT13 0BU
- Dates: Check website for updates
- Price: Pumpkins from £1
- 🔗 Visit Delf Farm Shop
Felderland Farm – Deal
One of Kent’s largest PYO farms, offering a wide range of seasonal produce and a vibrant pumpkin patch.
- Location: 20 Deal Road, Sandwich, CT14 0BJ
- Dates: From 19 October, 10am–3pm
- Price: Entry ticket required, pumpkins from £2
- 🔗 Visit Felderland PYO
📍 South Kent Pumpkin Patches
PYO Pumpkin Ashford – Sevington
A fun-filled patch with hidden golden and silver pumpkins – prizes up for grabs!
- Location: Cheesemans Green Lane, TN25 7HX
- Dates: 11–26 October
- Price: £6.99 per car, pumpkins £1–£10
- 🔗 Book via Eventbrite
📍 South Kent Pumpkin Patches
Marsh Maze Pumpkin Funyard – Burmarsh
A lively pumpkin patch with thousands of pumpkins and extra activities like go-karts and bouncy castles.
- Location: Burmarsh Road, TN29 0JR
- Dates: Check website for updates
- Price: £1 per person
- 🔗 Visit Marsh Maze
Lime Tree Farm – Brookland
Pick pumpkins while supporting Pilgrims Hospice – a lovely community-focused experience.
- Location: Straight Lane, TN29 9QS
- Dates: Check Facebook for updates
- Price: Donations welcome
- 🔗 Lime Tree Farm Facebook
📍 West Kent Pumpkin Patches
Little Fant Farm – Maidstone
A charming small farm with orchards, animals and a Tea Barn – perfect for a relaxed family day out.
- Location: Farleigh Lane, Maidstone, ME16 9LU
- Dates: Every weekend + Half Term (28–31 October), 10am–4pm
- Price: Free entry, pumpkins £1–£10
- 🔗 Visit Little Fant Farm
Fourwinds Farm – Fordcombe
Dates for 2025 are still to be confirmed – follow their social media for updates.
- Location: Poundsbridge Hill, TN3 0RL
- 🔗 Fourwinds Farm Facebook
Broadditch Farm – Near Bluewater
A family-friendly patch with spooky extras including trailer rides and carving workshops.
Location: Broadditch Farm, New Barn Road, Southfleet, DA3 7PH
Dates:
- Pumpkin Patch: 11–12 October, 18–31 October
- Spooky Trailer Ride: 18–31 October
- Carving Workshops: 23–26 October
Price: £6 per car for patch, £2.50 for trailer ride, £7 for carving workshop
🔗 Visit Broadditch Farm
🍁 More Autumn Adventures in Kent
Looking for more seasonal fun?
If you are planning more autumn activities in Kent, check out our Autumn Adventures page for:
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- Family-friendly autumn walks
- Half-term outdoor adventures
- Cycling routes through Kent’s countryside and coasts
- Seasonal events