October brings pumpkin patches to South Devon and it’s a great way to fill your day with the family. Cofton is a great base to go and explore autumnal activities, and pumpkin picking has become a favourite here. Visit animals, have a hot chocolate, make the most of photo opportunities and pick your very own pumpkin to carve.
Here’s some of our favourites for a great family day out:
Based in Exeter, Jolly Pumpkin Patch brings an array of photo opportunities, spooky games, a Witchy-Way Maze trail and scrumptious food. The whole family can also enjoy entertainment and activities such as face painting, the barrel train and bubbles.
If you’re wanting to bring your furry friend along too, Darts Farm Pumpkin Fest is a great event for a fun-filled autumn celebration with the dog. You can expect to see tens of thousands of homegrown pumpkins, spectacular pumpkin displays and photo opportunities, magic and game shows, live music and more.
Don’t forget about the delicious locally sourced food and drink that Darts Farm have. Enjoy toasting your own marshmallows and smores, epic cheese toasties, local street food, sweet treats and doughnuts, and of course pumpkin lattes and luxury hot chocolates.
Dawlish Pumpkin Patch is a lot closer to the site than others, making it a great afternoon visit whilst you’re staying with us for a weekend. No booking is required and you can simply turn up to enjoy the patch and pay for your favourite pumpkin at the end. There is also the option to carve and decorate your pumpkin there, along with enjoying a hot or cold beverage.
Enjoy a free pumpkin patch located closer to Exeter direction, offering a field of pumpkins to choose from, Halloween characters and ‘spooky season’ photo opportunities. As well as the patch, you can also take the kids along to do their pumpkin trail, find the clues and take on the farm trail to spot the pumpkins. There’s plenty on for the kids, making it a great day out.
Book your October stay with us, and experience one of these Pumpkin patches for yourself!
