Pumpkin Picking near Knutsford
* Updated for 2024*
Autumn has arrived, which means it's pumpkin picking season!
This pre-Halloween activity has become increasingly popular in and around Knutsford, with many venues now providing added family fun as you search for your perfect pumpkin.
If you're looking for ideas and locations to enjoy the pumpkin picking experience near Knutsford, plus other Halloween events, here are some of the best options for 2024:
The Lambing Shed Pumpkin Picking Festival
Where: The Lambing Shed Farm Shop & Kitchen, Moseley Hall Farm, Chelford Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8RB
When: Every Saturday & Sunday throughout October
Tickets: www.thelambingshed.com
Cost: £3.00 per person to enter the Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins individually priced according to size
Extra Information:
- Choose from a variety of different pumpkins
- The Boo Barn will be providing spooky activities, pumpkin carving facilities, and cover if it's wet!
- Halloween themed food & drink
- Photo opportunities
- Dog friendly
Website: www.thelambingshed
Seven Sisters Farm Secret Pumpkin Patch
Where: Seven Sisters Farm, Holmes Chapel Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 9ER
When: Every Saturday & Sunday throughout October. Plus Weds 30th, Thurs 31st & Fri 1st Nov (Half Term Week)
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Free entry to the Pumpkin Field. Pick Your Own Pumpkins individually priced
Extra Information:
- Different pumpkin varieties to choose from
- Pumpkin carving kits available to buy. Or bring your own to use at the farm
- Halloween themed ice-cream & other treats
- Maize Maze also open
Website: www.sevensistersfarm.co.uk/pumpkins
Pumpkin Patch at Tatton Park Farm
Where: Tatton Park Farm, Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6SG
When: Sat 19th & Sun 20th October and Sat 26th & Sun 27th October
Tickets: www.tattonpark.org.uk/events_at_tatton_park
Cost: Standard Farm & Parkland Vehicle entry prices apply + £4 per pumpkin
Extra Information:
- Explore the farm and meet the animals before your pumpkin picking experience
Primrose Hill Nursery Pumpkin Patch
Where: Primrose Hill Nursery, Warrington Road, High Legh, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 0SQ
When: Every day throughout October (10am-4pm)
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Free entry to the Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins individually priced
Extra Information:
- Large variety of pumpkins in all shapes & sizes
- Pumpkin painting & carving station available
- Halloween Trail
- Extra activities during weekends and half term
- Sweet treats and hot drinks in the cafe
High Legh Pumpkin Patch
Where: High Legh Pumpkin Patch, Wither's Lane, High Legh, Cheshire, WA16 0SG
When: Every Fri (5pm-9pm) Sat & Sun (10am-5pm) from 5th October. Plus every day during half term: Mon 21st - Thurs 24th (10am-5pm) Fri 25th (10am-9pm)
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Free Entry to the Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins individually priced
Extra Information:
- Choose from 20 different varieties
- SEN Pumpkin Pick: Sat 12th & Sun 13th October 9am - 10am
- Candle Lit Pick: Every Friday 5pm - 9pm
- Golden Pumpkin Hunt: Mon 28th - Thurs 31st October
Website: highleghpumpkinpatch.co.uk
Other Halloween Events
As well as all the pumpkin picking fun, there are a number of other Halloween events taking place near Knutsford. These include:
Knutsford Pumpkin Path
Where: Knutsford Town Centre
When: Thursday 31st October 4pm-7pm
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Free
Extra Information:
- Fancy dress encouraged
- Pick up a Pumpkin Path form from a participating Knutsford business
- Post your completed form in one of the dedicated postboxes for a chance to win a prize
Seven Sisters Farm Halloween Maize Maze
Where: Seven Sisters Farm, Holmes Chapel Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 9ER
When: Day Maze: Sat 26th October - Sun 3rd November (closed Mon 28th & Tues 29th Oct) Night Maze: Fri 25th & Sat 26th Oct
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Day Maze: Adult (13+) £7.00 Child (3-12) £6.00 Night Maze: Adult (13+) £9.00 Child (3-12) £8.00
Extra Information:
- Day Maze opens 11am - 5pm (4pm Sunday)
- Night Maze Zombie Scarecrows: 6pm - 8pm. Super Spooky Hours: 8pm - 10pm
- Last entry 30 mins before closing every day
- Bring a torch
- Halloween themed drinks & snacks available to purchase
- Live DJ during Night Maze
- Stone Baked Pizzas by Stone Baked With Love during Night Maze
Website: www.sevensistersfarm.co.uk/halloween
Skellies & Wellies Trail at Tatton Park
Where: Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6SG
When: Sat 26th October - Sunday 3rd November (closed Mon 28th)
Tickets: www.tattonpark.org.uk/events_at_tatton_park
Cost: Free Trail. Standard Garden & Parkland charges apply
Extra Information:
- Pick up a free activity sheet upon garden entry
- Keep an eye out for the skeleton displays as you wander through the Tatton Park Gardens
