There is something about autumn that makes getting outside with the family feel a little more special. The crisp mornings, colourful leaves, cosy jumpers and, of course, the arrival of pumpkin season.

Over the last few years, pumpkin picking has become a proper October tradition for many families. Rather than simply buying a pumpkin from the supermarket, you can head out to a local farm, grab a wheelbarrow and wander through the fields looking for the perfect pumpkin to take home.

And if you have children, many of the pumpkin patches around Devon and Somerset have turned the experience into much more than simply picking a pumpkin. You can find Halloween trails, mazes, farm animals, games, food stalls, carving activities and plenty of opportunities for those all-important autumn photographs.

So, if you’re looking for the best pumpkin patches in Devon and Somerset, I’ve put together this guide to some of the places worth considering for autumn 2026.

Dates, prices and activities can change, so always check with the individual venue before travelling, particularly if you’re planning your visit around October half term.

Pumpkin Patches in Devon

Devon has a fantastic selection of pumpkin patches, stretching from South Devon and the Exeter area right through to North and West Devon.

Whether you want a straightforward pick-your-own experience or a full family day out, there should be something to suit.

Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh

If you’re looking for somewhere that offers more than just pumpkin picking, Pennywell Farm is a great option.

The farm’s Halloween season runs from 26 September to 1 November 2026, with the usual farm activities and animal encounters combined with seasonal pumpkin fun.

Children can enjoy the pumpkin trail, take part in the farm’s activities and choose a pumpkin to take home. Pumpkins are paid for separately depending on what you pick.

Because you’re already visiting a working farm with plenty to see and do, this could be a particularly good choice if you want to turn pumpkin picking into a full family day out rather than a quick trip to the field.

Pips Pick Your Own, Yealmpton

For something a little more traditional, Pips Pick Your Own in Yealmpton offers the chance to head into the field and choose your own pumpkin.

The 2026 pumpkin season is due to start from 1 October, with the pumpkin patch free to enter and pumpkins paid for separately.

Wheelbarrows are available, which is always a useful addition when you’ve got children who want to help carry the pumpkin they have inevitably decided is the biggest one in the field.

It’s worth checking the latest information before travelling as further details for 2026 are being released closer to the season.

Devon Pumpkin Picking, Paignton

For families around South Devon, Devon Pumpkin Picking in Paignton is another one to put on your list.

The 2026 patch is advertised as opening on selected dates throughout October, including 10–11, 17–18 and 24–31 October.

The patch covers a large area, with around 20 varieties of pumpkins to choose from, so there should be plenty of opportunity to find something a little different.

Entry is currently advertised as free, with no booking required.

Devon Pumpkin Picking Paignton

Darts Farm, Topsham

Darts Farm is a popular destination near Exeter at any time of year, but it gets an autumn makeover during pumpkin season.

The 2026 Pumpkin Festival is planned for weekends on 17–18 October, followed by daily opening from 24–31 October.

Alongside picking your own pumpkin, you can expect seasonal displays, local street food and marshmallow toasting, making it a good option if you want to combine pumpkin picking with something to eat afterwards.

It’s worth booking ahead, particularly around half term, as this is likely to be a popular option.

Exeter Pumpkins, Exminster

If your children want a proper pumpkin-picking adventure, Exeter Pumpkins in Exminster is worth looking at.

The 2026 patch is expected to have around 35 different pumpkin varieties, giving you plenty of choice.

There are also additional activities available, including a bouncy castle, inflatable obstacles, face painting, barrel train rides, children’s archery and pedal go-karts.

The pumpkin patch itself is free to enter, although activities are charged separately. There are also toilets, baby-changing facilities and a nursing area, which can make a difference when you’re visiting with younger children.

Crealy Adventure Park and Resort, Exeter

If pumpkin picking is just one part of your ideal autumn day out, Crealy Adventure Park offers another option.

Its Halloween celebrations are planned for 23–31 October 2026, with Halloween shows, a live scarecrow maze and a pumpkin included for every child as part of the seasonal experience.

This is more of a full attraction day out than a traditional pick-your-own pumpkin farm, so it could work particularly well for families who want plenty to keep children entertained.

Jolly Pumpkin, Silverton

Jolly Pumpkin near Silverton combines pumpkin picking with a little more Halloween entertainment.

The 2026 season is planned for weekends from 10–18 October, followed by daily opening from 24–31 October.

There are photo opportunities, games and a Skele-fun Maze Trail, along with food and drinks.

This could be a good middle ground if you want more than just picking a pumpkin but don’t necessarily want to spend the whole day at a large theme park.

Orway Farm, Cullompton

Orway Farm is another option in Mid Devon, with pumpkin picking alongside farm activities.

The 2026 season is planned for weekends from 10–18 October and then daily from 24–31 October.

There will be pumpkins to choose from, tractors to play on, animals to see and refreshments available.

Entry is currently advertised at £1 per person, with under-twos free, although it’s always worth checking the latest information before travelling.

Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton

If you want a proper Halloween-themed experience, Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields in Lifton is another one to consider.

The 2026 event is planned for weekends from 4–19 October and daily from 25–31 October.

There is pumpkin picking and carving, a magic show and a Monster Academy maize maze. There are also Pumpkin Nights on selected evenings if you fancy making your visit a little more atmospheric.

Timed entry is required, and some activities cost extra.

Pumpkin Patches in Somerset

Somerset has some brilliant pumpkin patches too, including several that are particularly convenient if you’re based around Taunton, Wellington, the Quantocks, Yeovil or North Somerset.

Thurloxton Farm, Taunton

For those of us in and around Taunton, Thurloxton Farm is an obvious one to have on the list.

The farm offers a proper pumpkin-picking experience where you can grab a wheelbarrow and head into the fields to find your pumpkin.

The 2026 event is planned for October, with tickets expected to go on sale in September. The experience includes choosing your own pumpkin, with the option of heading to the carving barn afterwards.

There are also games and activities, including the “Hit the Witch” giant apple catapult, a spooky walk and food from Fiamma Pizza.

This sounds like a particularly good option if you’re looking for something that will keep children entertained beyond simply choosing a pumpkin.

Quantock Pumpkin Patch, Kilve

The Quantock Pumpkin Patch is another fantastic option if you’re in West Somerset.

Located near East Quantoxhead, the patch is planned to open at weekends from 4 October, followed by daily opening from 25–31 October 2026.

Entry is currently advertised at £1 per person, with pumpkins priced separately depending on size.

As well as pumpkin picking, there are farm animals, an activity barn with messy and sensory play, colouring and refreshments.

If you’re visiting with younger children, I particularly like the fact that there is more than just the pumpkin field to explore.

And if you’re looking for something for adults as well, the Quantock After Dark event is planned for Halloween night, with food, drinks, live music and the burning of the Quantock Giant.

Pitt Farm Pumpkins, Wellington

Pitt Farm near Wellington is another popular Somerset pumpkin-picking destination.

The farm has a wide range of pumpkins, squashes and gourds, so you can choose something traditional or go for something a little more unusual.

There are also family activities including a maize maze and bale mountain, with food and drinks available from the pop-up café.

It’s the sort of place where you can easily turn a pumpkin-picking trip into a couple of hours out rather than simply arriving, picking a pumpkin and heading home.

Birds Farm, North Curry

Birds Farm at North Curry is another one to look out for, particularly if you’re around Taunton or the Somerset Levels.

The 2026 season is advertised as starting from 2 October, with the farm open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm.

You can pick your own pumpkin and then enjoy refreshments from the farm’s café, with other food and drink available too.

There is also a carving shed and, depending on the day, a tractor ride back up the hill, making this another option that combines pumpkin picking with a bit more of an experience.

Fairfield Pumpkins, Yeovil

If you’re in South Somerset, Fairfield Pumpkins near Yeovil is worth considering.

The pumpkin patch offers plenty of choice along with additional Halloween-themed entertainment.

Previous events have included a haunted house, goats, games, face painting, woodcrafts and food stalls, making it more than just a quick pumpkin-picking visit.

There have also been After Dark events for those wanting something a little spookier once the sun goes down.

Check the latest 2026 information before booking as dates and activities can vary from year to year.

Palette and Pasture, Frome

Palette and Pasture at Pyle Farm near Frome offers a more traditional countryside pumpkin-picking experience.

The farm has a selection of pumpkins and gourds, with wheelbarrows available to help you transport your chosen pumpkin.

There are also farm animals and activities for children, alongside refreshments from the farm’s ice cream parlour.

It could be a lovely choice if you’re looking for something relaxed and family-friendly rather than a huge Halloween event.

Forde Abbey Pumpkin Rolling

Technically, pumpkin rolling isn’t quite the same as pumpkin picking, but I couldn’t leave this one out.

Forde Abbey’s Pumpkin Rolling is exactly what it sounds like: choose a pumpkin, take it to the top of the lawn and see how far you can roll it.

The event is planned for 25 October–2 November 2026, making it particularly well timed for October half term.

It’s a fun alternative if your children aren’t particularly bothered about spending ages searching through a field for the perfect pumpkin but still want to get involved in an autumn activity.

And, of course, you can take your pumpkin home afterwards for carving.

Puxton Park, North Somerset

Puxton Park is another option for families in North Somerset.

The pumpkin patch offers a choice of pumpkins, with entry to the patch itself advertised as free and pumpkins charged according to size.

There are also activities around the farm, so you can combine your pumpkin visit with a wider family day out.

If you’re travelling with younger children, having other things to see and do nearby can make the trip much easier than relying entirely on pumpkin picking to keep them entertained.

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

If you want to combine pumpkins with animals, Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is worth considering.

Its autumn Pumpkinfest combines Halloween-themed activities with the zoo’s usual attractions.

Previous events have included pumpkin picking, seasonal trails, play areas, mazes and animal activities, making it much more of a full-day attraction than a simple pumpkin patch.

This could be a particularly good option if you’ve got children who love animals and might not be entertained by pumpkin picking alone.

Farrington’s Farm

Farrington’s Farm near Farrington Gurney is another popular Somerset option.

The farm’s pumpkin events have included huge numbers of pumpkins to choose from, wheelbarrows for transporting them and a whole selection of additional autumn activities.

Depending on the year’s programme, families can enjoy things such as marshmallow toasting, play areas, seasonal activities and food and drink.

There’s also the farm shop and café, so you can easily combine your pumpkin trip with lunch or a little browse afterwards.

How to Choose the Best Pumpkin Patch for Your Family

With so many options, it can be difficult to know which pumpkin patch to choose.

If you have younger children, I’d look for somewhere that offers more than just the pumpkin field. Farm animals, play areas, sensory activities and food options can make a huge difference if your little one isn’t going to spend an hour happily searching for pumpkins.

If you’re looking for the best photographs, look for patches with plenty of autumnal displays, pumpkins in different colours and varieties, hay bales and Halloween decorations.

For a more traditional pumpkin-picking experience, choose a farm where you can actually walk into the field and pick your pumpkin rather than simply choosing one from a display.

And if you’re looking for a full Halloween day out, places offering mazes, shows, games and seasonal entertainment are likely to be the better option.

What to Wear Pumpkin Picking

One thing I would definitely recommend is not dressing for the photographs alone.

Pumpkin fields are farms, which means they can be muddy, particularly after rain.

Wellies or waterproof footwear are a good idea, along with clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.

Children may also want gloves, particularly if they’re going to be helping with pumpkins and navigating around the stalks.

And don’t forget that October weather in Devon and Somerset can be unpredictable. A sunny afternoon can quickly turn into a chilly or wet one, so layers are your friend.

If you’re taking younger children, I’d also pack spare clothes. Pumpkin picking plus mud plus children is a combination that can get messy surprisingly quickly.

Don’t Forget Your Pumpkin!

One of the best things about visiting a pumpkin patch is that the experience doesn’t have to end when you get home.

Once you’ve chosen your pumpkin, you can spend an afternoon carving it, decorating it or turning it into part of your Halloween decorations.

If your children are too young to use carving tools safely, they can still get involved by choosing the pumpkin, drawing a face on it or helping with decorations.

You could even turn your pumpkin-picking trip into an annual family tradition and take a photograph in the same spot each year.

Final Thoughts

Pumpkin picking has quickly become one of my favourite autumn family traditions because it gives you an excuse to get outside, embrace the season and do something a little different.

Whether you want a simple trip to a local pumpkin field, a farm experience packed with activities or a full Halloween-themed day out, Devon and Somerset have plenty of options to choose from.

For families in Somerset, there are some fantastic choices around Taunton, Wellington, the Quantocks, North Curry, Yeovil and further north towards Bristol.

And if you’re heading into Devon, you’ll find pumpkin patches around Exeter, Paignton, South Devon, Cullompton, Silverton and further afield.

Just remember to check the individual venue before setting off. Pumpkin patches are seasonal, and opening dates, ticket prices, activities and booking requirements can change.

Now all that’s left to do is grab your wellies, find a wheelbarrow and start searching for the perfect pumpkin.