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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

Arscott Farm Pumpkin Picking

Arscott Farm invites visitors to its expansive pumpkin patch for the 2025 season. With a massive selection of pumpkins, grab your wellies and head out to find the perfect one. Enjoy delicious wood-fired pizzas from the snack shack and look out for exciting after-dark torchlight picking events. It's a bigger and better experience this year, promising fun for all.

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What to Expect

Vast pumpkin patch with 100,000 pumpkins

Event Details

Duration

10am – 5pm

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Shropshire countryside

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Arscott Farm

Food & Drink

Snack shack serving wood-fired pizzas, hot chocolate, cakes, mulled wine, and mince pies available during Christmas season.

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families and individuals looking for a fall harvest experience.

Vibe

Rustic, family-friendly, autumnal.

Energy Level

Low to medium

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Medium (outdoor event, but some covered areas and indoor food options)

Location

Arscott Farm
Arscott
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
SY5 0XP

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $
  • Parking: Hard standing parking available.
  • Accessibility: Hard standing parking available.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (except guide dogs)

Tips & Advice

  • Wear wellies or sturdy footwear as the pumpkin patch can be muddy.
  • Check their Facebook page for updates on the 'after dark torchlight picks' dates.
  • Consider visiting on a weekday if possible to avoid larger crowds, especially during peak October weekends.
  • Bring cash for the snack shack, though card payments might also be accepted.
  • Combine your pumpkin picking trip with a visit to see the farm animals and the maze.

Special Events & Promotions

  • After dark torchlight picks planned (dates TBC)

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

When are you open for pumpkin picking?

Arscott Farm is open for pick-your-own pumpkins from 10am to 5pm, Friday to Sunday in October.

Do I need to book tickets or pay an entrance fee?

No booking is required, and entry to the pumpkin patch is free.

Can I bring my dog?

Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted due to the presence of livestock, with the exception of guide dogs.

What are the prices for pumpkins?

Pricing for pumpkins is not explicitly stated but is implied to be per item picked, with a general budget of '$' suggested.

What food and drink options are available?

The snack shack offers fresh wood-fired pizzas, and other seasonal treats like hot chocolate and cakes are available.

Tags

pumpkin patchpumpkin pickingfamily friendlyfall festivalhalloween festivalfood truckscommunity eventcorn mazehayride

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Contributors & Updates

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