Where to PYO Pumpkin Near Birmingham: 15 Best Patches in the West Midlands 2025
LOOKING FOR THE BEST PYO PUMPKIN PATCHES IN BIRMINGHAM?
As summer fades and autumn arrives, bringing cooler weather and shorter days, there’s a silver lining: the cosy atmosphere of fall. With leaves turning vibrant shades of red, yellow, and orange, it’s the best time to visit a pumpkin patch.
With so many exciting things to do with pumpkins—from carving jack-o’-lanterns and baking delicious pies to making hearty seasonal food—pumpkin season offers joy and fun for everyone. Many patches also grow squash and other autumn produce, making it a great opportunity to explore seasonal varieties.
Let’s explore the best PYO pumpkin patches around Birmingham, including those with free entry, tasty food options, and family-friendly activities.
Short on time: Here are the Best 3 Pumpkin Patches Near Birmingham
Based on my own experiences and others’ reviews, here are the Top 3 PYO Pumpkin Patches around Brum:
1: Lucky Tails Halloween Pumpkin Adventure, Atherstone
A top-rated family favourite, this farm offers alpaca walks combined with pumpkin picking for a perfect autumn day out. Grab your tickets before they run out HERE:
2: Pumpkins & Alpacas at Tunstall Park Farm
Rainbow of pumpkin varieties on offer plus a unique experience combining pumpkin-picking along with petting and walking with alpacas. Get your tickets before they run out HERE:
3: Lower Drayton Farm, Stafford
Best pumpkin patch for toddlers, with a massive indoor soft play area and pumpkin carving area. Book your limited tickets HERE:
1. Lower Drayton Farm, Stafford
Google Maps Rating: 4.4/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
Website
This spot is a sprawling, working farm based in Penkridge, Staffordshire, and one of the best things about this place is you can carve your pumpkin after picking it in a warm cosy barn – then leave the mess behind (ideal for parents!)
Offering a lot more than just pumpkin picking, Lower Drayton also boasts a massive indoor soft play area and an outdoor sand play area, plus small animal handling for a truly hands-on and educational experience.
Highlights:
✅ Dedicated pumpkin carving tent with tools provided
✅ Fun photo booth for capturing memories
✅ Delicious hot food options, including homemade pumpkin soup
→ Useful Advice: Bring a camera or ensure your phone is charged – the patch is super photogenic! Plant yourself near the food stalls for quick refuels.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Lower Drayton Lane, Stafford ST19 5RE
Opening times: Sat 27th & Sun 28th September
Sat 4th & Sun 5th October
Daily from Sat 11th – 31st October
Admisison: from £26. Book in advance online to secure your spot HERE
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2. Alpaca Walk & Pumpkin Picking @ Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm, Atherstone
Google Maps Rating: 4.7/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
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Experience the ultimate autumn double-act at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm, where you can stroll with a friendly alpaca before picking your perfect pumpkin from the patch.
This is a fantastic, hands-on experience that goes beyond standard pumpkin picking. You’ll be paired with your own alpaca for a scenic walk around the farm, followed by time to choose a pumpkin to take home and carve. It’s a wonderfully engaging activity that creates lasting memories for the whole family.
Highlights:
✅ A guided alpaca walk, getting up close with these gentle and curious animals
✅ Pumpkin picking from their seasonal patch, with one pumpkin included
✅ A pumpkin carving station to create your spooky masterpiece on-site
→ Heads Up: This is a popular, unique experience, so booking your tickets well in advance is essential to avoid disappointment.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Dexter Ln, Hurley, Atherstone CV9 2JQ
Opening times: Daily between 18th-30th October
Admisison: from £20. Book your all-inclusive Alpaca Walk and Pumpkin Carving experience tickets HERE.
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3. Halloween Pumpkin Patch at Wetley Moor Alpacas, Stoke
Google Maps Rating: 5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 5/5
Wetley Moor Alpacas website
This award-winning experience combines pumpkin picking with a delightful alpaca adventure, making it a perfect and unique family day out.
Held at Wetley Moor Alpacas, the event lets you pick your perfect pumpkin from a patch of over 2000, with one pumpkin included per ticket.
You can also meet, feed, and take family photos with the friendly alpacas in their arena, and meet the farm’s donkeys, rabbits, and guinea pigs. The adventure includes alpaca and pumpkin-themed crafts, a farmyard scavenger hunt, and food and drinks on site.
Another reason Wetley Moor Farm is our fave spot – it has the best rating in this post – a perfect 5/5 stars on both Google and TripAdvisor!
Highlights:
✅ A Pumpkin Included: Each ticket comes with a pumpkin to take home.
✅ Meet the Alpacas & Donkeys: Get up close for photos and feeding sessions with the animals.
✅ Crafts & Scavenger Hunt: Enjoy pumpkin painting, carving, and other themed activities.
→ Insider Tip: Be sure to wear wellies and waterproofs as the pumpkin patch is in a field and can get muddy. Some time slots sell out fast, so book online in advance to guarantee your spot.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Wetley Moor Alpacas, Eaves Ln, Werrington, Stoke-on-Trent ST2 8LY
Opening times: 10am-3pm daily
Admission: £16 per adult. Book online in advance before spaces fill up HERE
4. Pumpkins & Alpacas at Tunstall Farm Park
Google Maps Rating: 5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: –
Pumpkins and Alpacas website
Combine your pumpkin picking with this truly unique animal encounter at a charming farm park that combines the autumn tradition of pumpkin picking with the novelty of alpaca encounters.
We rave about this farm because it combines animal-petting and walking with PYO-pumpkins making for a longer day out, perfect for animal lovers and those looking for something a bit different from the usual.
What’s more – they have a perfect 5/5 score on Google! And their alpaca wool products make for wonderful, unique souvenirs.
Highlights:
✅ Alpaca “meet and greets” where you can feed and pet these gentle creatures
✅ A rainbow of pumpkin varieties, including some rare heirloom types
✅ Educational talks about alpaca care and pumpkin growing
→ Heads Up: Book an alpaca walk in advance for a truly memorable experience.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Tunstall Farm Park, Woodseaves ST20 0NH
Opening times: Mon-Tue: 10am-4pm (closed Wed-Sun)
Admission: from £9.50. Book your tickets in advance before they run out HERE:
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6. Essington Farm, Wolverhampton
Google Maps Rating: 4.3/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 3.8/5
Website
This 50-acre patch boasts an impressive variety of pumpkins, including unusual colours like pink, yellow, white, and grey.
Open daily throughout October, it offers pumpkins ranging from grapefruit-sized to large, making it a great spot to pick your pumpkin. Don’t miss their unique “goose bumps” variety!
Highlights:
- A well-stocked shop with fresh local produce and homemade goods
- On-site butchery and deli for a true farm-to-table experience
- Family-friendly food options in their Country Kitchen Restaurant
→ Useful Advice: Wear sturdy shoes—the fields can get muddy, especially after rain! Step carefully around weeds and uneven ground. Personal tip: Try their pop corn stand—it’s a hit with kids!
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Bognop Rd, Essington, Wolverhampton WV11 2AZ
Opening times: 9am-5pm daily
Follow them on social media for updates on growing conditions.
✨ Looking for a unique Farm experience with the kids?
Frankly Farms near Telford isn’t your typical animal petting farm, more than that, at this award-winning working farm you can bottle-feed the world’s smallest cows, and go on a countryside trek with alpacas miniature sheep!
Kids and adults can also learn all about dairy farming and sustainable farming practices – bonus!
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7. Manor Farm Fruits, Tamworth
Google Maps Rating: 4.5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 3.4/5
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Pumpkin Fest here showcases over 150 types of pumpkins, squashes, and gourds. Opening late September, this pumpkin patch offers daytime visits and nighttime experiences, complete with spooky storytelling and roaming scarecrows.
Fields are well-maintained, but watch for weeds near fence lines—stick to marked paths.
Highlights:
- Enchanting spooky storytelling sessions in a teepee
- Roaming scarecrow characters for interactive fun
- Special nighttime pumpkin picking events with an eerie atmosphere
→ Insider Tip: Don’t rush through the patch. Be aware of the different pumpkin varieties – some are better for carving, others for food cooking.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Watling St, Hints, Tamworth B78 3DF
Opening times: 10am-5pm daily (close at 5pm sharp)
Note: Check their Facebook or Instagram for updates on special events.
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8. Hatton Adventure World, Warwick
Google Maps Rating: 4.3/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.0/5
Hatton World website
Combining pumpkin picking with a Halloween Spooktacular, Hatton offers a complete autumn experience.
Opening on weekends from 19th October and then daily from 26th to 31st October, kids can pick and carve pumpkins, explore a haunted house, go trick-or-treating, and even battle zombies in a laser combat arena.
Highlights:
- Pumpkin carving station to create your masterpiece on-site
- Thrilling Laser Combat arena for older kids and adults
- Various food and drink outlets, including warming hot chocolate stands
→ Insider Tip: Book your tickets online in advance to avoid disappointment, as popular time slots fill up quickly.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Dark Ln, Hatton, Warwick CV35 8XA
Opening times: 10am-5pm daily (close at 5:30pm on weekends)
Note: Toilets and food stalls are available on-site. Button up your coat—it can get chilly in the evenings!
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9. Pumpkins R Us, Southam
Google Maps Rating: 4.1/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: –
Pumpkins R Us website
Opening early October with a brand new venue, this pumpkin patch features 25 pumpkin types. Enjoy fairground attractions, a spooky shop, and after-dark picking. Their on-site café provides refreshments after your pumpkin adventure.
Highlights:
- Unique after-dark pumpkin picking experience
- Fun fairground attractions for added entertainment
- Spooky shop filled with Halloween-themed goodies
Course through the patch to find the best pumpkins before they’re gone!
→ Useful Advice: Bring a torch if you’re planning on after-dark picking. It adds to the spooky atmosphere and helps you find the perfect pumpkin.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Dallas Burston Polo Club, Southam CV47 2DL
Opening times: 10am-8pm daily
10. Forge Mill Farm, West Bromwich
Google Maps Rating: 4.3/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: –
Website
Situated in the heart of Sandwell Valley Country Park, Forge Mill boasts a memorable autumn experience with its charming pumpkin patch picking and array of farm activities.
Forge Mill uniquely combines pumpkin picking with a genuine working farm experience and the natural beauty of a country park. It’s not just about choosing a pumpkin, but about connecting with rural life and local ecosystems.
What’s more, Forge Mill also features one of the best outdoor hedge mazes in the Midlands, perfect for a memorable family day out.
Highlights:
- Pick-your-own pumpkin patch with a variety of sizes and types
- Tractor-pulled hayrides through the picturesque farmland
- Petting zoo featuring friendly animals like sheep, goats, and chickens
→ Useful Advice: Combine your pumpkin picking with a walk in the country park for a full day out in nature. The autumn colours in the park are stunning.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Forge Ln, West Bromwich B71 3SZ
Opening times: 10am-4pm daily
Note: Toilets are available near the entrance.
11. Canalside Farm, Staffordshire
Google Maps Rating: 4.5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.0/5
Website
Offering unique kinds like “Mashed Potato” and “Polar Bear,” this location combines pumpkin picking with a maize maze and silent disco.
The PYO Pumpkin experience opens from 4th until 29th October, Canalside also offers spooky nighttime experiences and lots of fun and games including a UV maze! Entry is from £4 per person with free entry for under 2s.
Highlights:
- Challenging and fun Maize Maze with a Witches & Wizards School theme
- Exciting silent disco experience
- Cosy fire pits for marshmallow toasting
→ Insider Tip: If you’re interested in cooking, ask the staff about which pumpkin varieties are best for different recipes. This spot also lets you plant sunflower seeds in spring—ask staff about their seasonal plant-based activities!
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Mill Ln, Great Haywood, Stafford ST18 0RQ
Opening times: 9am-5pm daily
Follow them on social media for updates on growing conditions.
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12. Lower Clopton Farm, Stratford-upon-Avon
Google Maps Rating: 4.5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
Lower Clopton website
This place emphasises pumpkins as both decorations and food. Open on select dates in October, entry is £1, with pumpkins priced from 50p to £10 based on size.
The dates for PYO pumpkins this year are: Sat 12th Sat 19th, Fri 25th, Sat 26th, Tue 29th, Wed 30th, and Thurs 31st October, opening at 10am with last entry at 3pm.
Highlights:
- Wide range of pumpkin sizes to suit all needs
- Informative staff to advise on best pumpkins for different uses
- Beautiful countryside setting for an authentic experience
→ Useful Advice: For longer-lasting jack-o’-lanterns, look for pumpkins with firm, intact stems.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Lower Clopton, Upper Quinton CV37 8LQ
Opening times: Tue-Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat: 8:30am-4:30pm, (closed Sundays and Mondays)
Pre-booking tickets isn’t required (£1 entry paid on arrival), but check their Facebook for updates on peak-time tickets.
13. National Forest Adventure Farm, Burton-on-Trent
Google Maps Rating: 4.6/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
Website
Part of their “Spooktacular” event with various Halloween-themed activities, pumpkin picking here is accompanied by magic shows, slides, rides, circus workshops, face painting, and animal encounters. Open select dates in October and early November.
Their patch is smaller but curated, with pumpkins arranged by size for easy picking.
Highlights:
- Exciting shows and performances throughout the day
- Fun fairground rides for all ages
- Opportunity to meet and learn about farm animals
→ Insider Tip: Wear layers. Autumn weather can be unpredictable, and you’ll want to be comfortable whether you’re in sunny fields or chilly barns.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Postern Rd, Tatenhill, Burton-on-Trent DE13 9SJ
Opening times: 10am-5pm daily
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14. Beech House Farm Pumpkins, Wolverhampton
Google Maps Rating: 5/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: –
Website
With an impressive 5 out of 5 rating on Google, Beech House Pumpkins tops this list with the highest score.
Beech House is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and wide variety of activities beyond pumpkin picking, making it one of the top kid-friendly attractions in Wolverhampton.
What really stood out for me at this spot are the drink vans with artisan hot chocolate, and the pulled-pork baps from the food stands are a must!
Highlights:
- Tractor-pulled hayrides through the pumpkin fields
- Petting zoo with farm animals
- Pumpkin cannon demonstrations on weekends
→ Useful Advice: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a bit messy – the pumpkin cannon demonstrations can be quite exciting!
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Beech House Farm, Seisdon, Wolverhampton WV5 7EP
Opening times: 10am-5pm daily
15. Wood Hall Farm, Wolverhampton
Google Maps Rating: 4.9/5 | TripAdvisor Rating: –
Website
Wood Hall offers a more traditional, laid-back pumpkin picking experience at reasonable prices, and takes pride in teaching kids how to plant and care for crops, including pumpkins. With a Google maps score of 4.9, it ranks second on this list based on reviews.
It’s great for those who want to enjoy the simplicity of country life without too many bells and whistles.
Highlights:
- Vintage tractor display
- PYO vegetable garden alongside the pumpkin patch
- Homemade pumpkin pies and preserves available in the shop
→ Insider Tip: Bring your own picnic to enjoy in their designated picnic area with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
Location (Google Maps)
Address: Wood Hall Farm, Wolverhampton WV8 1QR
Opening times: 10am-4pm Saturday-Sunday (closed weekdays)
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Pumpkin Picking: Useful Tips and Advice
★ If you want to avoid the crowds, go on a weekday. It’s usually much quieter and you can take your time.
★ If you’re planning to grab a lot of pumpkins, bring your own wagon or wheelbarrow. Trust me, it’s a lifesaver when you’re lugging those heavy pumpkins back to your car!
★ Remember to check each place’s website or social media for the most up-to-date information on opening times, tickets prices, and any special events.
★ Make sure you wear good shoes. The fields can get pretty muddy, especially if it’s been raining. You don’t want to ruin your nice sneakers!
★ Don’t forget your phone or camera. These spots are super pretty in the fall, and you’ll want to snap some pics for sure.
★ Lastly, check the weather before you head out. Fall can be tricky – it might be cold in the morning and warm up later. Wearing layers is a good idea so you can take stuff off if you get too hot.
Where can I pick my own pumpkins near Birmingham?
The nearest patches to Birmingham for picking your own pumpkins are Forge Mill Farm in West Bromwich (16 mins from Birmingham centre), Manor Farm Fruits, Tamworth (30 mins away) and Essington Farm, Wolverhampton (30 mins away). Follow your favourite patch on Instagram for seasonal updates.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re returning to a favourite farm or exploring a new patch, Birmingham’s pumpkin picking scene offers fun for every person. Don’t forget to relax, enjoy the food, and make memories!
Every patch has its own charm—whether you prefer lively festivals or quiet countryside vibes. Button up your coat, grab your dog (if allowed!), and head out for an unforgettable autumn day. Course through the fields, find your ideal pumpkin, and leave with a smile!
