When BBC Radio 4 and TikTok Both Show Up in One Week, You Know It’s Pumpkin Season

If there was ever proof that Essex pumpkin picking has gone national, this is it. In one unforgettable week, Foxes Farm featured on BBC Radio 4 and hosted TikTok creator Mohib Sheraz, bringing together two worlds that don’t often meet: countryside calm and online buzz. And somehow, it worked perfectly.

When Emily from Foxes Farm joined BBC Radio 4, it wasn’t just another radio interview. It was a moment that summed up what makes this Essex pumpkin patch so special. She talked about where it all began, back in 2015, with a small field, a big dream, and a lot of muddy boots. She shared the early mornings, the hard work, and the joy that comes from seeing families turn pumpkin picking into their favourite autumn ritual.

From the first wheelbarrows to the now famous pink pumpkins, BBC listeners got to hear the story behind one of Essex’s most loved family experiences. It was a proud moment for everyone who has ever walked the fields in Colchester or Basildon, because you are part of that story too.

Just a few days later, TikTok star Mohib Sheraz turned up at the patch, camera ready, energy unmatched, and determined to show his followers what Essex autumn really looks like. He captured it all: the colour, the laughter, the golden light bouncing off the pumpkins. Within hours, the patch was all over TikTok feeds across the UK, showing the world why pumpkin picking in Essex isn’t just a day out, it’s a vibe.

Mohib brought the same energy you bring every time you visit: joy, curiosity, and that instant need to tell your friends, “You’ve got to go.” It’s easy to see why this week felt like a turning point. Because when you visit Foxes Farm, you’re not just picking pumpkins. You’re part of the reason Essex is on the map this autumn.

You’re walking through the same fields the BBC talked about. You’re standing in the same spots that went viral on TikTok. You’re helping to make this Essex tradition something bigger than ever before.

If you haven’t booked your visit yet, now’s the time. The fields in Colchester and Basildon are open, the pumpkins are ready, and the cameras are still rolling. Book your tickets for Pumpkin Patch Nights and come see what all the talk is about. From the BBC microphones to the TikTok feeds, everyone’s tuning in to Essex’s favourite pumpkin patch.

Because when BBC Radio 4 and TikTok both show up in one week, it’s not just pumpkin season. It’s your season.