Autumn is well and truly here, and that means one thing in our house… It’s spooky decor and pumpkin-picking time! Whether you’re after the perfect carving pumpkin, a mini decorative one for your doorstep, or just a fun family day out, this guide to pumpkin picking in Lincolnshire will have something perfect for you.
From rustic fields where you pick your own, to full-on festivals with maize mazes and carving barns, there’s something for every kind of autumn family adventure.
Here’s a roundup of the best pumpkin patches to visit across Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire in 2025.
Lincolnshire
Bell’s Pumpkin Patch
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Location: Benington, near Boston
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Dates: 11-12 October, 18-19 October, and 25-31 October 2025
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Entry: Tickets required – from £18 for 2 people, under-2s go free
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Highlights:
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Over 300 varieties of pumpkins and squash
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The UK’s largest pumpkin cannon!
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Maize maze, potato catapults, carving zone, bounce and crawl attractions, and much more! (Some of these incur an extra charge)
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Makers’ market and food stalls
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This is one of the biggest and best-known patches in the UK! If you’re looking for a full-on day out with the kids, this is the one to book early.
Rand Farm Park Pumpkin Festival
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Location: Rand, near Market Rasen
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Dates: 6-31 October 2025
- Entry: Tickets required – from £4.95 per person, under-1s go free (pumpkin included with child ticket)
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Highlights:
- A combination of daytime, nighttime, and toddler festivals
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Carving stations and spooky activities
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Farm animals to explore, plus indoor & outdoor play areas
- Toddler events include pumpkin stories and mini discos!
- Daytime and evening events include line dancing, pumpkin raves, toasted marshmallows and live country tribute music!
Perfect for younger children, this is a lovely option if you want to combine pumpkins and animals in one visit.
Pumpkin Bumpkins
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Location: Spridlington, near Lincoln
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Dates: 11-12 October, 18-19 October, 25-31 October 2025
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Entry: Free – pay only for what you pick (price depends on size)
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Highlights:
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Over 8 acres of pumpkin fields
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Over 12 different varieties with 1000s of pumpkins to choose from
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Outdoor games and photo spots
- Food stalls including crepes, wood-fired pizzas, and burgers
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This one is ideal if you fancy a low-key, traditional pumpkin picking experience.
Doddington Hall Pumpkin Patch
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Location: Doddington, near Lincoln
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Dates: 1-31 October 2025
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Entry: Free – pay only for what you pick (price depends on size)
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Highlights:
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Over 30 varieties of pumpkin, squash, and gourds that are grown on-site
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Lots of photo opportunities along the spooky garden walk
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Golden bottom pumpkin hunt with prizes for Christmas!
- Café and farm shop for food and gifts
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This one is great for families and couples alike – especially if you fancy a pumpkin picking with a coffee stop and a bit of shopping!
Blyton Ice Cream
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Location: Blyton, near Gainsborough
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Dates: 4-31 October 2025
- Entry: from £4 per child (pumpkin included)
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Highlights:
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Over 70 flavours of homemade ice cream, plus sundaes, waffles, milkshakes & hot meals
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Outdoor play park & crazy golf
- Add an ice-scream sundae and a Halloween ice cream cup for an extra few pounds!
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A great choice for pumpkin picking picking with a county famous ice-cream treat afterwards!
Fillingham Pumpkin Patch
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Location: Fillingham, near Lincoln
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Dates: 11-12, 18-19, 25-31 October 2025
- Entry: Free – pay only for what you pick (price depends on size)
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Highlights:
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Pick your pumpkins straight from the vines where they’re grown!
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A maize maze to hunt for the golden pumpkin (incurs an extra charge)
- A pumpkin cannon – take the top spot on the leaderboard and win a Christmas tree voucher! (Incurs an extra charge)
- Pedal tractors, face painting, and a hay bale pyramid for the little ones
- Food stalls including BBQ, churros, and freshly brewed coffee
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This is great if you fancy pumpkin picking with a difference on a Christmas tree farm!
Visit Fillingham Christmas Tree Farm – Pumpkin Patch
North Lincolnshire
Thornton Abbey Maze
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Location: Ulceby, near Barton‑upon‑Humber
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Dates: 4-5 October, 11-12 October, 18-19 October, 22-31 October 2025
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Entry: Free – pay only for what you pick
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Highlights:
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Over 50 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds
- Carve your pumpkin at the farm and leave the mess behind! (Purchase of a carving kit required)
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Special “Pumpkin Nights” (on the 24th & 25th) with spooky actors, campfires, marshmallows, and a licensed bar (incurs an extra charge)
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Maize maze & children’s play area (incurs an extra charge)
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The special pumpkin nights sound like great fun if you fancy an extra little something!
Grange Farm
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Location: Somerby, near Brigg
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Dates: 11-12 October, 18-31 October 2025
- Entry: Tickets required – £2.50 per person, under 16s go free (pay extra for what you pick)
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Highlights:
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Hay bale pyramid for climbing fun
- Outdoor games and photo spots
- Food stalls at weekends – including pizza, burgers, cookies, and waffles
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This is a smaller countryside option for pumpkin picking with a beautiful view on a working farm.
Pink Pig Farm Pumpkin Festival
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Location: Holme, near Scunthorpe
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Dates: 25-31 October 2025
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Entry: Tickets required – from £3.50 for under 2s, a child ticket includes a free pumpkin
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Highlights:
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Pumpkin picking and carving barn
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Potion making, spells, and broomstick rides with Windle the friendly witch!
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Indoor and outdoor play areas, animals, and farm café
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This is always popular during half term and a great option if you’ve got toddlers in tow. Make sure to book early!
Uncle Henry’s Pumpkin Patch
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Location: Grayingham, near Gainsborough
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Dates: 5 October, 11-12 October, 18-19 October, 25-31 October 2025
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Entry: Free – pay only for what you pick
- Highlights:
- A carving station onsite so you can leave the entrails behind!
- A jumping pillow for bouncing fun (weather dependant)
- A large outdoor play park
- Enjoy a peek “Behind The Garden Wall,” including maize maizes, a spooky woodland trail, marshmallow toasting and pumpkin soup tasting (incurs an extra charge)
This one is great fun for big ones and little ones alike, and you can even do some Christmas shopping in the gift shop!
Bonus Tips for Pumpkin Picking
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Bring your wellies – some patches can get seriously muddy!
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A lot of sites are card-only now – you can usually check ahead on the website or social media page
- Some locations charge by weight – again, you can check ahead online
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Don’t forget a car boot liner or bag for transporting muddy and messy pumpkins!
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Go early in October for the best choice, or later for extra spooky vibes
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Some patches allow dogs, others don’t – check before you bring your pup!
- Fancy dress is a must, especially for the little ones and the spooky photo opportunities!
Pumpkin picking in Lincolnshire has something for everyone – from full-blown festivals to quiet countryside patches. We usually visit Doddington Hall, but I think we’ll be heading to Fillingham this time!
Tag me in your pumpkin pics over on Instagram or drop a comment below and let me know where you’re heading this year!
Happy pumpkin picking!
Some image credits to ArloRiverRex and In The Playroom
