Pumpkin Picking Village at Marsh Farm
Visitors can browse hundreds of pumpkins, gourds, and squashes displayed in all shapes and sizes. Village activities include dancing in the Silent Disco, watching films in the Tipi Cinema, crafting in the Craft Tipi, and playing in the Games Hut. Guests can also snap photos at autumn backdrops, toast marshmallows over fire pits, browse a Halloween shop, and relax at the licensed pub.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
Tickets from £4.95; under 2s free. Marsh Farm rides are not included in daytime admission and are only offered as an optional paid add-on for selected Pumpkin Village Nights (a separate event).
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Seasonal food, sweet treats and drinks are available, including options at the Pumpkin Snack Shack and cosy licensed pub; visitors can also toast marshmallows.
Parking
Free on-site parking.
Accessibility
Toilets within the village include an accessible disabled toilet.
Pets
Dogs can attend dedicated dog-friendly daytime sessions on selected dates; the page also mentions separate Pumpkin Village Dog Nights.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Wear wellies or sturdy footwear if it has rained in the days before your visit.
- Bring a debit or credit card, as the venue is completely cashless.
- Plan to purchase pumpkins on site, as they are charged separately from admission.
Special Events & Promotions
- SEN sessions run on 4 and 9 October, 10am–12pm, with limited capacity for a calmer experience.
- Dog-friendly daytime sessions are on 26 and 27 September and 10 October all day, 17 October from 3pm–5pm, and 27 and 29 October from 10am–12pm.
- Groups of 20 or more can save.
- The event is twice the size for 2026.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are pumpkins included in the admission ticket?
No, pumpkins, gourds, and squashes are purchased separately from admission so visitors can choose the varieties they want.
Is Pumpkin Village a working pick-your-own farm?
No, it is a seasonal attraction where pumpkins and squashes are sourced from growers and arranged throughout the village.
Can I bring a dog?
Dogs are permitted only during designated dog-friendly sessions.
Does a ticket include entry to Marsh Farm?
No, Pumpkin Village is a separately ticketed attraction and does not include entry to Marsh Farm.
Are rides included with daytime admission?
No, there are no rides included with daytime Pumpkin Village admission.
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