Pumpkin patches in Derbyshire
We’ve checked 5 pumpkin patches in Derbyshire against their own websites, and list 3 more we haven’t verified yet. Of the verified farms, 3 publish booking information; 4 have published 2026 dates; 2 say dogs are welcome.
Most UK pumpkin patches open for a few weeks in October, in the run-up to Halloween.
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Ashover Family Farm
North East Derbyshire, DerbyshireChecked on farm website Pick your ownA Derbyshire family farm with a pick-your-own pumpkin patch opening from 3 October, with free parking and entry. Its flower picking (sunflowers, gladioli and tulips)…
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Village Pick Your Own
North East Derbyshire, DerbyshireChecked on farm websiteA farm near Dronfield with a pumpkin-picking experience in October 2026, open every weekend and then daily from Thursday 22 October. Weekend visits need a booked…
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Derby Christmas Trees at Bluebell Dairy
Derby, DerbyshireChecked on farm websiteA Derbyshire farm park running pumpkin picking in its pumpkin patch on dates across October 2026, plus an evening torch-lit pumpkin picking event on 16, 17, 23 and…
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Mr Pumpkin
Erewash, DerbyshireChecked on farm websiteA fourth-generation arable farm near Derby with pumpkin picking among over fifty varieties in 2026. Entry is by timed ticket only, priced by peak and off-peak dates,…
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Swarkestone Nursery
South Derbyshire, DerbyshireChecked on farm websiteA garden centre and nursery in Derbyshire that lists a Pumpkin Patch and Spooky Trail experience on four dates in October 2026, plus Christmas gift fairs and a…
3 more listings we haven’t verified yet
These businesses are listed in public business directories under this category, but we couldn’t confirm the details on their own website. Some may not offer this activity, or may only sell to trade. Check with the farm before visiting.
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Pumpkin Corner
Derbyshire Dales, DerbyshireNot yet verified -
Shirley Pumpkins
Derbyshire Dales, DerbyshireNot yet verified -
Trusley Pumpkin and Potato Patch
South Derbyshire, DerbyshireNot yet verified
Farms are ordered by how much we could confirm on their own website, then alphabetically. Featured listings are labelled. How we rank farms.
Guides
- How pumpkin picking works: a first-timer’s guide
What to expect at a UK pumpkin patch, from booking and wheelbarrows to choosing a good pumpkin and getting it home.
- Carving pumpkins vs eating pumpkins
The difference between pumpkins grown for carving and those grown for cooking, and how to use both so less goes to waste.
- Pumpkin carving tips
Simple, safe pumpkin carving tips for families, plus how to make your carved pumpkin last until Halloween.
- What to do with your pumpkin after Halloween
Ways to cook, compost or recycle your pumpkin after Halloween instead of throwing it in the bin.