Pumpkin Picking Fun in the North West - Perfect for Families!

Last Updated Sept 24 

Pumpkin picking has become a must-do autumn activity for us. Before Little J came along, we’d grab a few pumpkins from the local supermarket, but once we discovered pumpkin patches, we were hooked! There’s something special about wandering through a field and choosing your own pumpkin. Over the years, more and more pumpkin patches have popped up across the North West, and many of them are just a short drive from Liverpool. Some of them offer full-day experiences with fairground rides and maize mazes, while others keep it simple with just pumpkins. Whatever you’re after, pumpkin picking is such a fun experience for the whole family, especially little ones – they’ll love it!

a pumpkin patch


Pumpkin Patch High Town


Orrell Hill Lane, L38 5DA

Pumpkin Patch High Town is famous for its huge variety of perfect pumpkins, squashes, and gourds. If you’re looking for a wide selection, this is the place to go!

Opening Times
Open 9am til 6pm every single day from 1st October through to 31st October 2024

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?
Free Maize Maze
Refreshments
Picnic area 

How Much?
Pumpkin Patch High Town is free and no need to book

a variety of pumpkins


Paul's Farm Pumpkin Patch


382 Dunkirk Lane, Leyland PR26 7SY

At Paul’s Farm, you can pick your pumpkin fresh from the field. It’s a smaller, family-run patch with lots of charm.

Opening Times
Open 10am till 4pm on 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th. (last admission 3:30pm)

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?
Free tractor and trailer ride to the patch
Face Painting
Photo Opportunities

How Much?
Paul's Farm Pumpkin Patch is free and no need to book

a row of pumpkins


Kenyon Hall Farm

Winwick Lane, Croft, Warrington WA3 7ED

The Kenyon Hall Farm Pumpkin Festival is back for 2024, featuring pumpkins of all shapes, sizes, and colours. It’s one of the most popular patches in the region, and it’s always a great day out.

Opening Times
Open from Sat 28th Sept to Thurs 31st Oct. Check specific dates for opening times as may vary

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?
Small children's playground
Pumpkin-tastic photo opportunities.
Refreshments available

How Much?
​Entry tickets cost £2.95 for adults and children; infants under 18 months go free. No pumpkins are included with the entry ticket and booking is essential


a pumpkin sitting on leaves


Birchall's Pumpkin Patch

Reeds lane Rainford WA11 7JP

Birchall’s is perfect for a laid-back pumpkin picking experience. You can enjoy sitting on tractors, taking a tractor ride, and picking pumpkins at your leisure.

Opening Times
The pumpkin patch is open from 5th October to 31 October. Monday to Thursday 10am to 5pm. Friday and Saturday 9am to 6pm. Sunday 10am to 5pm 

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?
Enjoy sitting on the tractors and combine and a tractor ride
Refreshments served with a brand new food menu including  a range of breakfast barms served until mid morning. 
A marquee where you can sit and enjoy drinks and food after choosing your perfect pumpkins. 
Plenty of opportunities for photographs. 

How Much?
Birchall's Pumpkin Patch is free and no booking is required.

a pumpkin patch


Grange Farm

Lowton, Stone Cross Lane South WA3 1JU

Grange Farm goes all out with its pumpkin showcase. It’s a great choice if you’re after a fun-filled day out with the family.

Opening Times ​
12th, 13th then 19th-27th October 2024

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?
Fun Fair 
Maize Maze
Children's Entertainment and Games
Enjoy the Animals of Grange Farm 
Pumpkin Carving 

How Much?
Tickets are priced at £5, children (3-6) £3, booking is essential.


A pumpkin


Sandy Lane Farm

Sandy Lane WA8 3XP

Sandy Lane Farm is all about simplicity – just pick your pumpkin and enjoy!

Opening Times
Daily 10am to 4.30pm from 5th October

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?

Miniature railway (weather depending)

How Much?
Just pay for what you pick

a carved pumpkin


The below are pumpkin patches however I cannot find any details on their opening times or whether they offer anything else. Will keep updated

Catchdale Moss Farm / Rainfords 

Eccleston, Saint Helens WA10 5QG

Catchdale Moss Farm offers more than just pumpkins! The opening weekend will be packed with live music, hay bales, artisan stalls, and plenty of food and drinks.

Opening Times
Pumpkin Season begins on September 28th for a weekend of opening season fun. 

Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am-4pm

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?

Enjoy the opening of Pumpkin season. The bar will be open, they'll be live music, hay bales, pumpkin picking, artisan stalls, hot food and drinks, cakes and goodies, crafts, games, photo ops and lots of fun to be had!


How Much?
Entry is free

Pumpkin Alley

Delf Lane, Ormskirk L39 7JJ

Another lovely spot for pumpkin picking with no frills attached.

Opening Times
Pumpkin Season begins on September 28th and then open every day till Oct 31st, 10am to 5pm.

Anything Else To Do While We Are There?

No details at the moment

How Much?
Entry is free

Church View Farm Shop

Southport Road, Lydiate, Merseyside L31 4HJ

We’re still waiting for more details on this one, but it’s a popular spot every year!

Are you planning to visit a pumpkin patch this year? We’d love to hear which one is your favourite! Whether it’s your first time or part of your yearly tradition, pumpkin picking is the perfect autumn activity for families. Let us know where you’re headed! 


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