Top Two Places to Pick Pumpkins in Gloucestershire this Autumn
Pick Your Own Pumpkins: Autumn Fun at Over Farm and Primrose Vale
As the autumn leaves fall and the October Half Term holidays approach, families are looking for ways to create lasting memories in Gloucestershire. Nothing says autumn quite like a day spent picking your own pumpkins, and two of the best places to do just that are Over Farm in Gloucester and Primrose Vale near Cheltenham. Whether you're carving jack-o'-lanterns, decorating your home, or cooking up some pumpkin recipes, these PYO pumpkin farms offer the perfect autumn activity for families in the Cotswolds.
Pick Your Own Pumpkins at Over Farm, Gloucester
Dates: Saturday 5 – Thursday 31 October 2024 (weekends from 5-31 October & daily from 25 – 31 October)
At Over Farm in Gloucester, the pumpkin patch is a must-visit for families looking for a quintessential autumn experience. With a sea of pumpkins in every shape and size, Over Farm’s PYO pumpkins offer a fantastic day out. Whether you're after a petite gourd or a massive pumpkin perfect for carving, you’ll find it all here.
- Family Fun: Picking your own pumpkins is a wonderful way to spend quality time with your loved ones and create those treasured family memories.
- Instagram-worthy Displays: The pumpkin patch is bursting with vibrant orange pumpkins, perfect for those looking to capture the season in photos.
- Freshly Grown Pumpkins: Over Farm is one of the top places in Gloucester to pick locally-grown pumpkins, ideal for your autumn celebrations.
For those seeking more festive excitement, Pumpkins After Dark on select dates (Fri 11 & Sat 12, Fri 18 & Sat 19, Fri 25 – Thurs 31 October) transforms Over Farm into a spooky nighttime adventure. Wander through the moonlit pumpkin patch, take a tractor ride, and enjoy live fire-dancing shows and music for a ghoulishly good time. This is a perfect evening out for families and friends during the October Half Term.
Why not take a trip to Over Farm and enjoy Pumpkins After Dark this Autumn in Gloucester
Pumpkin Picking at Primrose Vale, Cheltenham
Dates: Saturday 5 – 6 October 2024 (additional dates: 12 & 13, 19 & 20 October, and during Half Term 26 - 30 October)
Located just outside Cheltenham, Primrose Vale offers a relaxed and scenic pumpkin picking experience. This popular PYO farm is known for its well-organised pumpkin fields, where visitors can roam the vines and select their perfect pumpkin. Wheelbarrows are available to help transport your pumpkin haul, making it a fun-filled adventure for children and adults alike.
- Ticketed Event: Entry fees are redeemable against the cost of your pumpkins, ensuring a great value day out.
- Autumn Adventure: Sturdy footwear and gloves are recommended as you explore the natural pumpkin patch, filled with twisting vines and vibrant pumpkins.
- Perfect for Families: The event is ideal for families seeking a wholesome autumn activity near Cheltenham. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and dogs are not permitted on the trail.
Primrose Vale is also hosting its annual Halloween Trail, a separate ticketed event running throughout October, which offers even more spooky fun for visitors. This makes Primrose Vale one of the top autumn attractions in Gloucestershire for families during the October Half Term.
Halloween family fun in Gloucestershire at Primrose Vale and their Halloween Farm Trail - situated near both Cheltenham and Gloucester it's the ideal place to enjoy Pumpkin Picking near you!
Create Memories This Autumn
With PYO pumpkins at Over Farm and Primrose Vale, both Gloucester and Cheltenham offer the perfect destinations for creating lasting autumn memories with the family. From pumpkin patches to festive Halloween trails, these two locations are a must-visit for those looking to embrace the season. Combine your pumpkin picking with Over Farm’s SPOOKYARD or Primrose Vale’s Halloween Farm Trail for a full day of spooky fun this October Half Term!
Halloween events in Gloucester must include a visit to SPOOKYARD at Over Farm
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5 October 2024
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