Although Halloween has changed a little from when I was young, some traditions are still around.  Children continue to go out guising (you only get sweets if you do a dance/joke/song etc. in Scotland!), we dook for apples and the kids love to dress up in different outfits.  Turnips used to be the vegetable of choice to carve, but nowadays everyone has orange pumpkins.  Although we love our traditions everyone has to agree that carving a pumpkin is so much easier than caving a turnip! So we are quite excited that there are plenty of places to visit a pumpkin patch in Scotland and many other fantastic activities such as photo props and a pumpkin trail! There really is the perfect pumpkin out there for everyone, whether the varieties of pumpkins are fabulous green warty pumpkins to beautiful white pumpkins.

Scottish Pumpkin Patch

Rural life in Scotland has definitely diversified to include many pumpkin farms at this time of year. So get ready for plenty of pumpkin spam on social media, lots of activities from an indoor hay barn, quad bike rides and tasty treats. To a chainsaw carving show, Halloween arts and lots of photo opportunities.

We’ve been visiting Arnprior Farm Pumpkins since they first opened, with no other Scottish pumpkin patches around! Now there are so many to choose from across Scotland.

I’ve been busy putting together a list of the best pumpkin patches in Scotland for 2023.  So if you would like to know where to find a pumpkin patch in Scotland, look no further and scroll down this list to your local area. Enjoy pumpkin season!

*if you know of any pumpkin patches that I’ve missed please do let me know*

PLEASE CHECK DATES/DETAILS ON LINKS BELOW BEFORE VISITING, DETAILS AND TICKET PRICE MAY HAVE CHANGED FROM POSTING.  MOST LOCATIONS REQUIRE BOOKING.

Where To Find A Pumpkin Patch Scotland

Highlands

Loch Ness Pumpkins, Corrimony, Inverness

Most of the pumpkin patches seem to be further South in Scotland, however for those in the Highlands there’s Loch Ness Pumpkins to look forward to.  It’s located just up from Drumnadrochit, so in a rather pretty area of our country too.  Book tickets for the whole family to visit and pick your own pumpkins and enjoy the children’s activities available.

Booking:  Essential, book via the Eventbrite website (tickets available from August)

Opening dates: 18-20th October and 25-27th October 2024.

North East

Udny Pumpkins – Permanently closed

Cononsyth Farms, Angus – Not open in 2024 for pumpkins

Over near Arbroath in Angus is Cononsyth Farm, where there will be a pumpkin patch in October along with lots of other fun activities for the kids.  Tickets for car parking can be booked via Eventbrite, check out the Cononsyth Farm Facebook page for more information nearer the time.

Booking:  There is no pumpkin picking at Cononsyth for 2024, I will update this next year if they re-open for pumpkins.

Opening dates: Not open in 2024

Fairy Woods at Fedderate

The lovely Fairy Woods at Fedderate near Mintlaw in Aberdeenshire will be open for pumpkin patch picking again this year.  Children can choose between finding fairies and orienteering, then enjoy campfire snacks around the campfire before exploring the pumpkin patch for a pumpkin and a little goody bag to take home too.

Booking:  Essential, £16 per child and £5 per adult.

Opening dates: From the 14th-27th October 2024.

Westerton Farm, Laurencekirk

Westerton Farm near Laurencekirk will have a pumpkin patch at the farm as usual this year.  There will also be plenty of other stall holders and other fun farm activities.

Arnprior Farm Pumpkins, Stirlingshire

One of our nearest pumpkin patches is Arnprior Farm Pumpkins near Stirling.  As there is only a small area to park in you need to book a parking ticket in advance, redeemable against your pumpkins.  Don’t miss the quad pod rides, pumpkin cannon and bale mountain. There are plenty of other activities for the kids and this year there is even ASN sessions.

Booking:  Essential to book in advance via the Arnprior Pumpkins website, costs £6 for a car and this can be redeemed towards the cost of pumpkins. Tickets on sale August in August.

Opening dates: Throughout October 2024.

Briarlands Farm

Briarlands Farm, near Stirling, will have a pumpkin patch open in October. Tickets can be bought alongside entry into the kids outdoor play area. It’s £5 per booking, which can be exchanged for the cost of a small pumpkin or £5 off a larger one.

Booking: Booking required in advance, tickets on sale now.

Opening dates: 12th – 27thOctober 2024.

Broadslap Fruit Farm

At Dunnning in Perthshire you can visit the fantastic Broadslap Fruit Farm to PYO pumpkin.  Parking is free, but you will need to get a ticket from Eventbrite to guarantee a spot.  As well as pumpkin picking there will be other entertainment for families, keep an eye on the Broadslap Facebook page for more information!

Booking:  Booking required and pay for whatever you pick on the day. Tickets on sale now.

Opening dates: 5-31st October 2024.

South Eastern Scotland – Pumpkin Patch Scotland

Cairnie Fruit Farm, Cupar, Fife

Cairnie fruit farm in Fife is in their 25th season of pick your own pumpkins.  Simply turn up (free parking) and grab a wheelbarrow before you head down to the pumpkin patch to PYO.  There will also be the usual great kids activities at Cairnie, including the Mega Maze (open until 31st October) and fun yard (which have a separate cost to PYO).

Booking: Pre-booking required, tickets are released mid-September. £1.50 per person.

Opening dates: Opening 5th-31st October 2024

Craigie’s Farm on the outskirts of Edinburgh has pick your own fruit and veg throughout the year.  You can come along and pick your own pumpkins from the beginning of October as part of their Pumpkin daytime festival.  Don’t forget to check out their other autumnal produce in the farm shop, including delicious apples, perfect for dooking for apples!

Booking:  Required, tickets are on sale now £5 per person

Opening dates: Open from the beginning of October until Halloween 2024

Conifox Pumpkin Carving and Halloween Festival

You can visit the Conifox pumpkin patch (5 minutes from Edinburgh airport) to pick pumpkins, carve them, dance at the monster mash disco, make fake blood and magical potions with a mad scientist and get spooked in the haunted maze.

Booking:  Booking required, £5 per person for entry.

Opening Dates:  12th -27th October 2024

Eastlinks Family Park

Head down to at Eastlinks Family Park in October and choose your own pumpkin as part of their pumpkin festival.  Then pop over to the workshop to design and carve your pumpkin!  There will be also prizes for fancy dress, a Halloween themed hunt and of course the ghost train!

Booking:  Booking via Eventbrite

Opening Dates:  12th-31st October 2024

Balgone Estate Pumpkins, East Lothian

The Pumpkin project at Balgone farm is open on the weekends running up to Halloween.  Alongside pumpkin picking will be a spooky trail.  You can also venture down to the Crooked Cauldron to meet a witch serving delicious drinks and treats. The perfect family friendly pumpkin farm in East Lothian!

Booking: Tickets are required. £15 per car.

Opening dates: 12th – 27th October 2024.

Borders

Clackmae Farm, Earlston

Enjoy picking home grown pumpkins at Clackmae Farm, a fantastic storytelling and dramatic play session and pumpkin carving workshops (extra supplement for this).

Booking: TBC, keep an eye on their Facebook page, they have confirmed that they will open in 2024.

Opening Dates: TBC – check Facebook page.

St Abbs Pumpkin Patch, St Abbs

At St Abbs you will find another fantastic pumpkin patch. Complete with pumpkin launcher, pumpkins to pick, photo opportunities and refreshments! A fun day out with the family and no booking required.

Booking: Not required, turn up on the day, free parking, TD14 5QF

Opening Dates: 11th – 31st October 2024, 10am-4pm

Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway

Heads of Ayr Farm Park, Ayr

Between the 19th-24th October there is a pumpkin patch at Heads of Ayr Farm Park. Entrance is included in your park ticket.

Booking: You need to book park tickets to visit.

Opening Dates: 12th – 27th October 2024

Dalscone Farm, Dumfries

Have a fantastic day out with all the family at Dalscone Farm pumpkin patch. Pick and carve your pumpkin at the farm to avoid mess. There are also photo opportunities, and small animal encounters to face your fears too!

Booking: Essential, book through this link here.

Opening Dates: 12th – 26th October 2024

Ernespie Farm, Castle Douglas

At Ernespie Farm you get a great family day out all for £14 per person. Each person gets a free pumpkin, carving and decorating at Ernespie, a goulishly sweet treat and free entry for the outdoor play area.

Booking: Required, booking now open

Opening Dates: 12th – 30th October 2024

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