Pumpkin Patches in and Near London to Visit

2026-09-22

Lifestyle

Autumn in London means pumpkin season — and you don't have to travel far to find a proper pick-your-own patch. Here are the best pumpkin patches close to London for 2026, all either inside the city or within about 45 minutes' drive.

Pumpkin Patches Inside London

1. London Pumpkin Patch, Parsons Green

Parsons Green transforms into an enchanted pumpkin patch every autumn, with lantern displays, an "enchanted woodland," and a trick-or-treat trail through glowing doors — no need to leave the city.

• Address: Parsons Green Lane, Parsons Green, London SW6 4HH
• Dates: 24 October – 1 November 2026
• Getting there: District line to Parsons Green station
• Website: events.liveit.io – London Pumpkin Patch

2. Hobbledown Heath Pumpkin Patch, Hounslow

Rated 4.9 stars on Google, this West London favourite has pumpkin picking, marshmallow toasting, seasonal games, and after-dark "Pumpkin Nights."

• Address: Hobbledown Heath, Hounslow
• Dates: 25 September – 1 November 2026
• Tickets: From £7.50pp (day sessions), from £12pp (Pumpkin Nights)
• Website: hobbledown.com – Pumpkin Patch

3. Hewitts Farm, Chelsfield

A 78-acre, family-run farm right on London's southeastern edge, in the London Borough of Bromley. Entry is free with no booking needed, and it's an easy trip via Knockholt rail station.

• Address: Court Road, Chelsfield, Orpington BR6 7QL
• Dates: Throughout October 2026
• Opening hours: Mon–Sun, roughly 9am–5.30pm
• Website: hewittsfarm.co.uk

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4. Stanhill Farm, Dartford

Just 17 miles from central London, Stanhill has run its pumpkin patch for over a decade, with sunflower fields and both small and giant pumpkins to pick.

• Address: Birchwood Road, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent DA2 7HD
• Dates: Selected dates in October 2026
• Getting there: About 40 minutes by car
• Website: stanhillfarm.co.uk

5. Garsons Farm, Esher

One of the largest pick-your-own farms in the UK, growing produce since 1871. Its "Pumpkin Parade" fills the fields with storybook scenes and thousands of pumpkins.

• Address: Winterdown Road, Esher, Surrey KT10 8LS
• Dates: Throughout October 2026 (9am–4pm or 10am–4pm depending on the day)
• Getting there: Around 45 minutes by car from central London
• Website: garsons.co.uk

6. Crockford Bridge Farm, Addlestone

One of the oldest continually farmed sites in Surrey (it appears in the Domesday Book), with a Pumpkin Festival featuring fairground rides, entertainment, and an outdoor pumpkin market.

• Address: New Haw Road, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2BU
• Dates: Pumpkin Festival runs into late October 2026
• Getting there: About 45–60 minutes by car, or train from Waterloo to Woking plus a short bus ride
• Website: crockfordbridgefarm.co.uk

Tips for Visiting a Pumpkin Patch Near London

• Book ahead — Garsons, Crockford Bridge, and the London Pumpkin Patch use timed-entry tickets that sell out close to Halloween.
• Go early in October for fuller fields and smaller crowds.
• Wear wellies — patches get muddy, especially after rain.
• Hewitts Farm needs no booking, so it's a good backup if other patches sell out.

FAQs

What's the closest pumpkin patch to central London?

Hobbledown Heath (Hounslow), the London Pumpkin Patch at Parsons Green, and Hewitts Farm (Bromley) are all reachable without a long drive out of the city.

Do I need to book tickets in advance?

For Garsons, Crockford Bridge, Hobbledown Heath, and the London Pumpkin Patch — yes, especially at weekends. Hewitts Farm is free entry with no booking required.

When's the best time to go?

Early-to-mid October for the best selection and lighter crowds; Halloween week itself is busiest but most festive.