Patch Perfect: Finding Your Great Pumpkin Near Dawlish

Pumpkin picking is becoming more popular than ever in Devon, with new activities added each year to turn it into the perfect autumn family day out. With the first day of autumn just around the corner, now’s the time to explore all the amazing pumpkin fun right on Cofton’s doorstep.

Bring the kids (and even the dog!) to enjoy hot chocolate, fun photo opportunities, fields full of pumpkins, and all the cosy autumn colours. Plus, don’t miss our pumpkin carving at the Swan Patio this October Half-Term — the perfect chance to create some truly spook-tacular masterpieces!

NEWTON ABBOT DEVON PUMPKIN PICKING

Looking for a traditional pumpkin patch for the kids? Devon Pumpkin Picking in Newton Abbot offers a 6 acre patch full with 24 different pumpkin varieties. Enjoy some delicious food options and coffee whilst the kids hunt for the perfect pumpkin. Whilst you’re searching the field, keep your eyes peeled for 5 golden pumpkins, if you’re lucky enough to find one, you can win a pumpkin for free!

Admission- Free Entry

Devon Pumpkin Picking, Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6LH

https://devonpumpkinpicking.com/

EXETER PUMPKINS

Exeter Pumpkins are opening their gates for the fifth year running. Sown by a family, their pumpkin patch takes great pride in delivering the most fun and value. With 20 varieties of pumpkins to pick, prices are from 50p on size.  In addition to the patch is a delicious selection of homemade cakes, hot food and drinks. If you’re looking for more during your day out picking, inflatable slides are available for kids to enjoy as well as a barrel train around the field. Exeter pumpkins also allow dogs on the site so your paw-fect pooch can enjoy a family day out too!

Admission – Free Entry

Days Pottles Lane, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8BB, United Kingdom

Exeter Pumpkins

DAWLISH PUMPKIN PATCH

Looking for a patch closer to the site? Smallacombe Organics Pumpkin Patch offers fun for all the family. Situated next to the Smugglers Inn, the field offers a wide range of shapes and sizes for your Halloween/Autumn needs! Enjoy fresh air, meet some animals, have a hot refreshment and take in some stunning views that overlook the sea. You can even finish off your picking with a trip to the Smugglers for a cosy lunch.

Admission – Free Entry

Teignmouth Rd, Dawlish EX7 0LA

Dawlish Pumpkin Patch

PENNYWELL FARM’S PUMPKIN EXPERIENCE

Pennywell’s pumpkin experience is back again with even more activities for the whole family to enjoy! Roam the pumpkin village and discover a huge range of pumpkins, gourds and squashes to fill a wheelbarrow with. Want to save the memories, there are countless autumn photo ops to have fun with whilst you explore the farm and the Autumn Trail. For both adults and kids, you can enjoy a delicious marshmallow toasting experience by the firepits.

Admission – £22.95 for adults and £18.95 for children 

Pennywell Farm, Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT

Pennywell Pumpkin Festival 2025 | Pumpkin Patch Devon | Pennywell Farm

DART FARM’S PUMPKIN FEST

Dart Farm brings back their Pumpkin Fest for 2025 and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! You can expect to see over 12,000 homegrown pumpkins in various shapes, sizes and colours. There’s lots of family-friendly activities from magic shows to game shows and marshmallow toasting. After a stroll around the fields, complete your picking with a touch of face paint followed by  some homemade chocolate popcorn, spiced apple slabs , gelato and hot refreshments. Don’t forget that dogs are welcome too!

Admission – Early Bird £3.50 per person (under 1’s go free)

Darts Farm Shopping Village, Topsham, Devon, EX3 0QH

Darts Farm Pumpkin Fest | Darts Farm

With plenty of patches to choose from, it’s the perfect time to take that Autumn break!