Great Dunmow Pumpkin Picking FAQs

Pumpkin Picking in Great Dunmow Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a visit to The Pumpkin Patch by Foxes Farm Produce and travelling from Great Dunmow or the surrounding area Here are the most common questions families ask when searching for pumpkin picking near Great Dunmow Essex.

Where is the closest pumpkin patch to Great Dunmow

The closest large pumpkin patch to Great Dunmow is The Pumpkin Patch by Foxes Farm Produce in Colchester. It is an easy journey from Great Dunmow, Felsted, Little Dunmow, Takeley, Barnston, Stebbing, Thaxted and Great Easton.

How far is the Colchester pumpkin patch from Great Dunmow

The journey from Great Dunmow to our Colchester pumpkin patch is usually around 45 minutes depending on traffic. Most routes are straightforward and use main roads which makes it a simple family day out.

Do I need to book pumpkin picking in advance

Yes. To manage visitor numbers and ensure a relaxed autumn experience you will need to book tickets online. Popular October weekends often become fully booked.

When is pumpkin picking open for 2026

Pumpkin picking runs from late September through to the end of October 2026. This aligns perfectly with the autumn season and gives families from Great Dunmow and nearby towns plenty of time to plan a visit.

Is the pumpkin patch suitable for young children

Yes. The pumpkin patch is designed for families with children under 10 who want a safe fun and memorable autumn day out. There is plenty of space in the fields for little ones to explore.

Do you grow the pumpkins on the farm

Yes. All our pumpkins are grown on our working Essex farm. When you pick your pumpkin you are choosing it straight from the very fields where it was grown which gives you an authentic farming experience.

Is the pumpkin patch dog friendly

Yes. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome which makes it ideal for families visiting from dog friendly communities around Great Dunmow including Felsted, Little Canfield, Great Easton and Barnston.

What should I wear to go pumpkin picking

We always recommend sturdy footwear and clothes you do not mind getting a little muddy. The pumpkin fields are real working farm fields so conditions can be uneven or muddy in wet weather.

Are there food and drink options on site

Yes. You can enjoy seasonal food and drink during your visit making it easy to turn your trip into a relaxed autumn day out.

Can I take photos at the pumpkin patch

Absolutely. There are photo spots displays and open fields ideal for capturing your autumn visit whether you are coming from Great Dunmow, Takeley, Felsted or any surrounding villages.

Which nearby towns and villages visit the pumpkin patch

Visitors travel from across the Great Dunmow area including
Great Dunmow
Little Dunmow
Stebbing
Felsted
Takeley
Little Canfield
Great Easton
Thaxted
Barnston
Dunmow West
Dunmow South
Bishops Green

Many families from Bishops Stortford, Saffron Walden, Braintree and Chelmsford also regularly visit as our Colchester pumpkin patch is one of the largest and best known in Essex.

How many pumpkins can I pick

You can pick as many pumpkins as you like. Pumpkins are priced individually so you choose exactly what you want to take home.

Is there parking available

Yes. There is free parking on site and plenty of space for visitors travelling from Great Dunmow and the surrounding areas.