Pumpkin Picking in Preston is even bigger this year! There’s so many places offering a great day out and fun for all the family in 2025. Check out where our ultimate guide to where you can pick Pumpkins in Preston and the Ribble Valley this year.
If you are looking for more family-friendly fun in the area, check out our Bonfire Night events and Firework Displays in Blackpool & Preston post.
If you are looking for slightly further afield, don’t forget to check out our upcoming posts on (Coming very soon!):
The best places to pick pumpkins in;
- Cumbria (Coming Soon)
- Cheshire
- Liverpool, Merseyside
If you are looking for other activities to do this October, don’t forget to check out our North West Events in October guide (which also includes events for Halloween and October Half Term).
Where to go Pumpkin Picking in Preston
Spar House Farm
Clarks Family Farm, Woodplumpton, Preston ///repair.army.inspector
4th October, 5th October, 11th October, 12th October, 18th October, 19th October, 25th to 31st October – 10am – 4pm
- FREE entry
- FREE parking
- FREE childrens’ games
- Toilet facilities
- Indoor seating
- Refreshments available
- Dogs welcome
- Meat to purchase
- Licensed Bar
- Cash & Card accepted
- Wellies advised!
More details on the Spar House Farm Facebook Page.
Bowland Wild Boar Animal Park
Bowland Wild Boar Park, Chipping, Preston, PR3 2HB ///cookies.blogs.stylist
Pumpkin Patch opens Saturday 25th October 2025
- Pumpkin Carving.
- Scavenger Hunt.
- Face Painting.
- Daily Fancy Dress Competition.
- Colouring Competition.
- £8 per person.
- Under 2’s FREE.
More details on the Bowland Wild Boar Animal Park Facebook Page.
Wrampool Farm & Pumpkin Patch
Wrampool Farm, Gulf Lane, Cockerham via Pilling, Preston, PR3 6AT ///rooster.acrobats.known
Pumpkin Patch opens 11th October, 12th October, 18th October, 19th October, 25th October to 30th October 10am 4pm.
- 1 hour slots available to book
- £7 Entry cost includes parking for one vehicle
- Price per pumpkin
- Wellies are recommended
- Range of wheelbarrows available to use
- Indoor barn in case of bad weather
Visit the Wrampool Farm Instagram Page for booking details
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park
Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Road, Clayton-le-Dale ///twig.spice.repair
Open from 4th October until 31st October 2025 – Weekends only until 25th October – 9.30am – 5pm
- 3 acre Pumpkin Patch, including rare varieties.
- Wellies recommended.
- Carnival Games available.
- Indoor play area available for £4.
- Award winning Ice-cream also available.
- Tickets £11.48 includes standard size pumpkin.
Visit the Mrs Dowsons Farm Park Facebook Page for more details.
Bradshaws Farm Shop
Prospect Farm Garstang By Pass Road, Preston PR3 0LP ///costs.airbrush.triangles
- Opens 1st October 2025.
- £2.95 Booking fee per vehicle plus pay per pumpkin weight.
- Time slots available between 9am-4pm.
- Open 7 days per week.
Visit the Bradshaws Farm Shop & Garden Centre Facebook page for booking details.
Paul’s Farm
Dunkirk Ln, Leyland PR26 7SY ///slowly.live.valley
Open weekends from 11th October to 26th October 2025 – 10am – 4pm.
- FREE tractor and trailer rides to the Pumpkin Patch.
- No pre-booking needed.
- Sorry no dogs.
- No admission fee.
- Pumpkins priced according to size.
- Cash or card payments accepted.
- FREE parking available.
- Toilet facilities available.
- Bring a strong bag to carry your pumpkin in!
- Unusual varieties of pumpkins available as well as the usual types – featuring a 53kg GIANT pumpkin.
- Venue offer help with accessibility. Contact in advance.
- Meet the Owl and Honey Bees.
- Stalls including Flying Pig Pizza Company, Feisty Cow Ice Cream, The Crepe Hut.
Visit Paul’s Farm Pumpkins Facebook page to check opening details.
Croston Pumpkin Patch
Culshaws Farm, Holker Lane, Leyland, PR26 8LL ///skills.races.vows
Open 4th October, 5th October, 11th October, 12th October, 18th October, 19th October then daily from 25th until 31st October 2025 9am – 5pm
- Huge variety of pumpkins – every size, shape and colour you can think of.
- Hot food available – Burger, loaded fries, donuts and much more!
- Face Painting.
- Photographer.
- Family friendly entertainment.
- Shopping stalls including baked goods & wax melts.
Check out the Croston Pumpkin Patch Facebook Page for more details.
Farington Moss Farm
Moss Ln, Farington Moss, Leyland PR26 6QD ///shut.blocks.rinse
Open from 4th October Saturdays and Sundays in October 8am – 4pm and throughout half term (Check your half term week is the same dates).
- FREE entry
- Dogs on leads welcome
- FREE parking
- Prices between £1-£4
- Wellies and gloves recommended
- Cash or card payments welcome
Any questions, message the Farington Moss Facebook Page.
Pumpkin Carving and Pumpkin Craft Events in Preston
Halloween Pumpkin Carving with Mr Wolf
The Continental, Preston ///suffice.miles.ruled
30th October and 31st October – 1 hour slots (Session 1: 11:00am – 12:00pm, Session 2: 1:00pm – 2:00pm)
Family Halloween entertainment including:
- A Pumpkin to Carve & Take Home.
- All Carving Tools Provided.
- Circus Skills for those who finish early.
- Halloween Film & Music.
- Professional Photos of your pumpkins, delivered via Google Drive.
- £8.99 per person – Booking required.
Visit the Pumpkin Carving Facebook Page for more information.
What to expect at a Pumpkin Patch?
What to wear when Pumpkin Picking?
We know you’ll be wanting the perfect photo opportunity and will want to look your best but go for warmth and comfort every time. Most Pumpkin Patches are in exposed field and farms, so super chilly – get those winter coats, hats and gloves out! You don’t want your best coat either, picking up pumpkins can be muddy business!
For footwear, you can’t beat wellies or walking boots.
Can I take a pram/pushchair to a Pumpkin Patch?
Many places simply don’t have room to move a pram around the pumpkins or the ground is too boggy. Try to leave it in the car if you can.
What else to take to a Pumpkin Patch?
Take a good strong tote bag or Bag for Life to carry your pumpkins to the car or home in.
A sheet in your boot can also be good for when you are going home and you take your wellies off.
Charge that phone up – you don’t want to miss that photo opportunity!
Most places have refreshments but if you are looking to save money, take your own drinks.
