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It’s that time of year to think about visiting a pumpkin patch that’s ready for Halloween.
You might think there’s plenty of time left, but there’s always one who leaves it late on October 30th only to find that the supermarkets are either pumpkin-free or have orange-sized pumpkins in store.
Wherever you are in Lancashire there should be a place nearby where the giant winter squash is just waiting to be carved by you.
And we’ve put together all the important information you need to know when planning your visit, from opening times to parking.
If we missed your favorite, let us know in the comments and we’ll add it …
Croston Pumpkin Patch, Culshaws Farm, Holker Lane, Chorley
(Image: Croston Pumpkin Patch / Facebook)
When: From October 2nd (only on weekends, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) then daily from October 25 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), no reservation required.
Tickets: £ 5 per pumpkin (£ 14 for three) with small £ 2. Corn admission £ 1. More information.
Park: Free and on-site (visitors are asked to use the Leyland Lane entrance) with stewards to guide the vehicles.
There’s a lot to do in Croston, with rides and a Halloween corn maze to explore, and of course a huge pumpkin patch.
They’ll also be hosting pumpkin-picking photo shoots, and dogs are even welcome to show off their best paws.
Farington moss, Centurion tank top, Leyland
When: 17th-18th and 24.-25. October, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., no registration required
Park: Limited
Don’t forget your rubber boots because this site gets pretty muddy, but you will find plenty of choices, including white pumpkins and warty pumpkins.
Mrs. Dowson’s Farm Park, Blackburn
When: 16.-31. October, 10.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: Adults £ 9.95, children £ 9.95 each and the ticket includes pumpkin and all-day access to the farm park. The entry times are staggered.
Park: Free and large on-site parking
A family run dairy farm with a premium pumpkin patch to visit in October.
Visitors can learn about farm life, from lambs, nature walks and tractor rides, and you can end your day with homemade ice cream.
Smithills Open Farm, Bolton
When: October 16-17, then October 23-31.
Tickets: £ 5 per pumpkin per seat to be booked online in advance
Park: Free, barrier-free parking spaces are available on site
The farm workers will dress up in their best Halloween outfits to greet you. There will also be a spooky bonus hunt on October 23rd and 31st.
The patch is open to all age groups and is pram-friendly.
Roby Mill Pumpkin Patch, Upholland
When: October 8 to October 31, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: to Book a place, click here, with pumpkin prices varying starting at £ 2.
Park: Free on-site parking
In addition to pumpkins of all sizes and degrees of maturity, this family-run farm offers pumpkin items in a marquee as well as painted, glittering and golden pumpkins and carving sets.
And this year, visitors can enjoy a coffee or snack from Lulu, the pumpkin-colored catering cart.
(Image: Roby Mill Pumpkin Patch)
Bradshaw’s Farm Shop & Garden Center, Prospect Farm, Garstang
When: In October every day from Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservation required for weekends and half-year.
Tickets: Contact the farm Facebook or send an email to [email protected].
Park: Free on-site parking
Put on your rubber boots and grab a coat for family-friendly pumpkin picking at this family-run farm shop and garden center that specializes in homemade and local fresh produce.
The Pumpkin Picking Adventure, Windmill Animal Farm, Burscough
When: October 9th to 31st, reservations required.
Tickets: From £ 15.95 for an adult and £ 16.95 for a child, although babies under one year old, retirees and carers are free, click book and more information.
Park: Free of charge, on site
Pumpkin picking at Windmill Animal Farm is only part of your visit. At this farm, you can see and feed rare breeds and exotic farm animals.
You get one pumpkin per ticket, but you’re welcome to buy more.
(Image: PA / Wire)
Farmer Ted’s Pumpkin Festival, Flatman’s Lane, Ormskirk
When: From October 2nd to October 31st, it is highly recommended that you book in advance.
Tickets: Prices start at £ 11.50 for adults and £ 15.50 for children two and over, including a pumpkin. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Farmer Ted’s booking page.
Park: Free on-site parking
Pumpkin picking is available at the farm’s pumpkin patch, along with a variety of exciting activities such as paintball, scary ghost stories, costume contests, pumpkin carving, and many competitions.
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