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The Pumpkin Patch at Cockfields Farm

Experience a 'spooktacular' Halloween at Cockfields Farm's The Pumpkin Patch! Wander through a huge outdoor or adorable mini indoor pumpkin patch, with thousands of pumpkins to choose from. Every ticket includes a pumpkin to take home, plus full farm entry and activities. Choose from midweek quiet sessions, weekend full-day events with live characters, or a nighttime picking experience perfect for families.

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What to Expect

Thousands of pumpkins in every shape, size, and color.

Event Details

Duration

Full day entry to the farm

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Featured Performers

  • Witches from Wicked
  • Jack and Sally Skellington stilt walkers

Organizer

Cockfields Farm Park

Food & Drink

Woolly Jumper Cafe offers hot & cold food, tea, coffee, children's menu, ice cream, and traybakes. An outdoor Shepherds Hut also offers popular menu items on busier days. Picnics are welcome.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and fun

Energy Level

Medium

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Medium

Location

Cockfields Farm Park
Lees New Rd
Ashton Under Lyne, Greater Manchester
OL6 8AR

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
  • Parking: A large free car park is available.
  • Accessibility: All path and access points are accessible via wheelchair, with wheelchair accessible toilets and a tractor & trailer ride with a wheelchair lift.
  • Pets: Only Assistance Dogs are permitted onto the farm.

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets online in advance for the best value and to guarantee entry, especially for the popular 'Pumpkin Patch After Dark' events.
  • Arrive 10-15 minutes before your allocated time slot to ensure smooth entry, as access is not permitted earlier.
  • Consider visiting during the 'Mini Pumpkin Patch' midweek if you have very young children, as it offers a quieter experience.
  • Bring your own picnic to enjoy at the designated benches, but remember not to bring food into the cafe area.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly after feeding or touching animals, as hand sanitiser is not sufficient to kill harmful bacteria.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Every ticket includes a pumpkin to take home.
  • Full day entry to the farm included with ticket.
  • Three distinct event options: Mini Pumpkin Patch, Main Pumpkin Patch, and Pumpkin Patch After Dark.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in my ticket price?

Your admission price includes farm entry, all activities, and attractions, with the exception of some coin-operated rides. Animal feed can be purchased separately.

Can I bring my dog?

Only assistance dogs are permitted on the farm. Please do not leave pets in your car.

What are the opening times for the Pumpkin Patch events?

The Mini Pumpkin Patch runs midweek from October 6th-24th. The Main Pumpkin Patch is open every weekend in October starting October 4th and during half term (October 25th-31st). Pumpkin Patch After Dark is on select nights: October 24th, 25th, 26th, 30th, and 31st.

Is the event scary?

No, none of the events are scare events, making them perfect for children of all ages.

Where is Cockfields Farm Park located?

Cockfields Farm Park is located at Lees New Rd, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 8AR.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team