If you are looking for Pumpkin picking in Dorset, then you will be pleased to know there are lots of choices, with many traditional pick-you-own farms. If you know of any other Dorset pumpkin-picking places, please let me know in the comments. If you are a Dorset, pick your own farm, and want to be included in this guide, please reach out via the Contact Us Page. Listings are free.
The information and prices provided are accurate as of the time of writing. It is advisable to visit each venue’s website prior to your visit to obtain the most current details.
Cat & Fiddle Farm
About: Linked to Sopley Farm, both venues offer a PYO pumpkin field. A farm shop and a cafe selling hot food are also on site. More details can be found on the Cat & Fiddle Farm website.
Cost: No entry fee, just pay for what you pick.
When:Â Crops are normally available from the end of September, dates for 2025 to be confirmed.
Where: Cat and Fiddle Farm, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7DS
Bath Pumpkin Patch
About: A sea of pumpkins awaits at Bath Pumpkin Patch. Free admission but you do need to get a ticket via Eventbrite. Toast marshmallows, visit the storytelling witch, play hook a pumpkin and many more activities.
Some have an additional charge. Newton Farm food truck is providing refreshments.
Cost: Pay for what you pick.
When: Tickets are flexible so you can visit any time between 10 am and 4 pm. Normally open weekends in October and over half term. Keep an eye on their Facebook Page for updates.
Where: Newton St Loe, Bath BA2 9BT
Bincombe Bumps Pumpkins
About: Not only can you find your perfect pumpkin, but Bincombe Bumps Pumpkins also offers a haunted house and trick-or-treat. Plus a Halloween party and a Pumpkin Smash event on the last weekend in October.Â
Cost: No entry fees, pay for what you pick.
When: Open weekends in October and over half term, 10 am to 4 pm. Tickets for events need to be booked and have extra costs.
Where: Bincombe Bumps Pumpkins, West Farm, Bincombe, Dorset, DT3 5PS
Dewlock Farm
About: Lots to do, along with picking your own pumpkins. A maize maze and a host of indoor activities are included in the price. Including bouncy castle, pumpkin carving and feeding the pigs.
You can also meet other farm animals, including donkeys. Mini land rovers come at an additional charge.
Cost: Pumpkins start at £3.50. There are three-time slots a day, tickets need to be booked in advance via the Dewlock Farm website. The entrance costs £6.50 under 3s are free.
When: Normally opens at the beginning of October. Free parking.
Where: Dewflock Farm, Winterborne Monkton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8NP
Dorset Country Pumpkins
About: This attraction was closed for 2024 but they hope to be back in 2025. Located at Longclose Farm, close to Milton Abbas, and run by the Miller family for almost 80 years. Grown on site without the use of herbicides or pesticides.
There is a mix of varieties of pumpkins with a range of different-sized orange and white pumpkins to choose from.
Cost: TBC
When: Normally opening mid-October over weekends and then throughout half term. More details on Dorset Country Pumpkins.
Where: Longclose Farm, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 0BU
Farmer Palmers Farm Park
About: If you are looking to make a day of it, then Farmer Palmer Farm Park has a spooky makeover during half term.
With plenty of Halloween activities, including tractor rides, a pumpkin picking patch, witches races and a spooky maize maze. With an onsite restaurant, it has everything you need for a great family day out.
Cost: Booking needs to be done in advance including a slot for your pumpkin picking. Tickets cost £20 for an adult and those over 3, 2-3 years old £11 with under 2s being free.
When:Â Open daily with normal admission charges applying. Over half term from the 25th October to the 31st October 2025.
Where: Farmer Palmers, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6EU
Gorcombe Pumpkins
About: 2025 will be their third year, a great place for pumpkin picking, close to the onsite cafe, which is readily available for refreshments and a slice of cake. More information can be found on the Gorcombe Pumpkins website.
Cost: No booking is required and no entry free, just pay for what you pick at this pumpkin farm.
When:Â Normally opening at the beginning of October and open for the whole month, closed on Mondays. Opening 1st October 2025.
Where: Gorcombe Farm, Thornicombe, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9AG
Gullivers Farm Pumpkin Patch
About: Sign up on the Gullivers Farm website for details of when their PYO pumpkins open. However, keep an eye out for festival weekends for additional activities.
Including tractor rides, live music, straw play, pumpkin carving, marshmallow toasting and kids activities.
Cost: No need to book and free entry.
When: Normally open every day from 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Gullivers Farm, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0JG
North Farm
About: Known locally for their sunflowers, sweetcorn and of course, pumpkins. Refreshments include fresh pizza, delicious coffee and a bar.
Cost: No need to book and only pay for what you pick. Gourds are from £1 and pumpkins from £3, cash only.
When: Normally open for pumpkins from the beginning of October from 8 am to 6 pm until the 31st of October. Keep an eye on their Facebook Page for more details.
Where: North Farm, Horton Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7HL
Parley Pumpkin Patch
About: As well as pumpkins, there is a burger van, popcorn and candyfloss, games, a kids’ colouring station, tractor rides and bouncy castles.
Cost: Free entry no need to book, may be additional costs for activities.
When: Opening on the 18th of October 2025.. See their Facebook Page for more details.
Where: Parley Court Farm, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BB
Sopley Farm
About: Linked to Cat & Fiddle, both venues offer PYO pumpkin field. A farm shop and a cafe selling hot food are also on site. More details can be found on the Sopley Farm Facebook Page.
Cost: No entry fee, just pay for what you pick
When: Crops are normally avaliable from the end of September
Where: Sopley Farm, Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7AZ
Washingpool Farm
About: A family run farm, keep an eye on the Washingpool Farm website for details. Farm shop, restaurant and holiday cottages on site.
Cost: No entry fee or booking is required.
When: 2025 dates TBC
Where: Washingpool Farm, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5HP
Please note that Lenctenbury Farm is in the process of being sold. The new owners may offer pumpkins and this post will be updated once we know.
If you are looking for Fordingbridge Pumpkin Pastures, Bickton Manor Farm and Pumpkin Patch then you will find more details of these venues under Hampshire.
You may also be interested in Halloween events and activities running in Dorset in 2025.
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