Pumpkin Picking near Knutsford
* Updated for 2025*
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 2025:
The Lambing Shed Pumpkin Fest
Where: The Lambing Shed Farm Shop & Kitchen, Moseley Hall Farm, Chelford Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8RB
When: Regular Tickets: October 4th & 5th, 11th & 12th Exclusive Pumpkin Experience: October 18th & 19th, 25th & 26th
Tickets: www.thelambingshed.com
Cost: Regular tickets £4.50 (Exclusive Pumpkin Experience £6.95) per person to enter the Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins individually priced according to size.
Extra Information:
- Choose from a variety of different pumpkins
- Games - such as pumpkin bowling
- Food & drink stalls
- Photo opportunities
- Dog friendly
Exclusive Pumpkin Experience also includes:
- Character Meet & Greets
- Storytime Sessions
- Make Your Own Wand activity
- Pumpkin Carving Demos
- Find the Golden Pumpkin
- Fancy Dress Competition
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 Cheshire East Half Term Week (Weds-Fri)
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 11th & Sun 12th October, Sat 18th & Sun 19th October, Sat 25th - Fri 31st October (excluding Mon 27th)
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, pumpkin carving, and games in the tipis
- 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 Sat & Sun (10am-5pm) from 4th October. Plus Friday 10th, 17th, 24th October (5pm-9pm). October Half Term: Mon 27th - Thurs 30th (10am-5pm) Fri 31st (10am-9pm)
Tickets: No need to book
Cost: Free Entry to the Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins individually priced (prices start from just £2)
Extra Information:
- Choose from 25 different varieties
- SEN Pumpkin Pick: Sat 11th & Sun 12th October 9am - 10am
- Candle Lit Pick: Every Friday from 10th October 5pm - 9pm
- Golden Pumpkin Hunt: Mon 27th - Fri 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: Friday 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 25th October - Sun 2nd November (closed Mon 27th & Tues 28th October) Night Maze: Thurs 30th October, Fri 31st October & Sat 1st November
Tickets: No need to book (visitor numbers will be monitored at all times and staff reserve the right to refuse entry if the maze is at full capacity)
Cost: Day Maze: Adults (13yrs+) £7.50 | Child 3-12yrs £6.50 (must be accompanied by an adult) Night Maze: Adults (14yrs+) £10.50 | Child 8-13yrs £9.50 (must be accompanied by an adult)
Extra Information:
- Day Maze opens 11am - 5pm (4pm Sunday)
- Night Maze opens 6pm-10pm
- Last entry 30 mins before closing every day
- Night Maze: Zombie Scarecrows 6pm-8pm, Chainsaw Clown & Convict Crew 8pm-10pm
- Dog are welcome during the day and must be kept on a lead at all times. The night maze is not suitable for dogs due to loud noise, smoke and flashing lights
- Bring a torch for the night maze
- Halloween themed drinks & snacks available to purchase
Website: www.sevensistersfarm.co.uk/halloween
Skellies & Wellies Trail at Tatton Park
Where: Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6SG
When: Sat 25th October - Sunday 2nd 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
