Scott’s Country Hoedown 2026
Visitors can immerse themselves in a western-themed autumn evening featuring a live country singer, instructor-led line dancing, and country karaoke. Guests can explore the outdoor pumpkin patch after hours, walk through the covered Pumpkin Barn with Halloween art walls, and tackle the outdoor maize maze. The event also offers western photo opportunities and viewing of Highland cows in their paddock.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Adult (aged 18 or over): £20; child (under 18): £15; babies in arms: free; qualifying carers: free when accompanying an eligible person with a valid paid ticket in the same booking. Every attendee, including babies and complimentary carers, needs a valid ticket. Pumpkins cost extra, from £1. Food, drinks and optional activities are not included in admission. The bucking bronco, personalised trucker hats, hair braiding and seasonal merchandise are additional-cost extras.
Hours
Session One: 5.30pm to 7.30pm; Session Two: 8pm to 10pm.
Food & Drink
Food and drink from Essex Foodies Market will be available to purchase, subject to trader and menu availability.
Parking
Free parking is available on site. The event has a dedicated entrance accessible directly from the car park.
Accessibility
The covered Pumpkin Barn features a flat surface and accessible toilets are on site, though outdoor fields may be uneven, wet, or muddy.
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Tips & Advice
- Wear suitable outdoor footwear and clothing, as the pumpkin patch and maze are on natural ground that may be muddy or uneven.
- Create a DigiTickets account prior to checkout if you wish to be able to manage or amend your session time up to 12 hours in advance.
- Arrive ahead of your booked session time, as late entry cannot be guaranteed.
Special Events & Promotions
- The western-themed evening features live country music, line dancing and karaoke.
- One qualifying carer may attend free with an adult or child who requires support and has a valid paid ticket in the same booking; supporting evidence is required at the entrance.
- Tickets are for a selected session. Arrive before it begins, as late admission cannot be guaranteed.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are pumpkins included with admission?
No, pumpkins are not included with event admission and must be purchased separately, with prices starting from £1.
Can children attend without an adult?
No, all visitors under 18 must attend with and be supervised by a responsible adult aged 18 or older.
Who is eligible to ride the bucking bronco?
The bucking bronco is an optional paid activity strictly for visitors aged 18 and over who meet the operator's safety criteria.
Can visitors touch or feed the Highland cows?
No, the Highland cows are for viewing only from outside their paddock, and touching, feeding, or climbing into the enclosure is strictly prohibited.
Where does the event take place on site?
The event is held in the field and polytunnel on the right-hand side of the site with direct access from the car park, not inside the main garden centre building.
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