The Pink Pumpkin Patch that’s Under 1 Hour from London: Your Perfect Autumn Escape

When you want the ultimate autumn day out, there is one question you ask: where can you go pumpkin picking near London? The answer is closer than you think. Foxes Farm Produce has two pumpkin patches in Essex, both less than an hour from London, giving you the perfect countryside escape without the long drive.

Why choose a pumpkin patch in Essex?

London life is fast, busy and noisy. Sometimes you just want to swap concrete for countryside. Essex pumpkin patches give you that perfect balance: wide-open fields, fresh air, and plenty of space for little ones to run around. And because you are under an hour away, you can make it a quick morning adventure or a full autumn day trip.

The Instagram moment you will not want to miss

Foxes Farm is celebrating 10 years of pumpkin picking this year with a limited edition pink pumpkin patch — the most Instagrammable pumpkin patch in the UK. If you are after photos that stand out from the standard autumn feed, this is where you find them. Think rows of orange, white, green and pink pumpkins with countryside views and autumn sunshine.

Perfect for families, friends and couples

Whether you are looking for half-term activities with the kids, a quirky date idea or a day out with friends, pumpkin picking is about more than just choosing a pumpkin. You get the experience of the field, the hunt for the perfect one, and the photos that will fill your camera roll.

Easy to reach from London

Both Colchester and Basildon pumpkin patches are just under an hour from London by car or train. That means less “are we there yet?” and more time for autumn fun. You can head out in the morning and still be back in time for an evening in the city.

Make it a tradition

Once you have tried pumpkin picking in Essex, you will want to come back every year. It is more than a day out — it becomes part of your autumn traditions, from choosing pumpkins for your doorstep to creating those family photos you look back on year after year.