There are plenty of places to go pumpkin picking near Grimsby. It’s a fun family day out that makes for some cute photo opportunities for the kids too. So take a look at the list below and check out where you can pick pumpkins in and around Grimsby (and Lincolnshire).
** Updated for 2023*
If you’re in the mood for a short road trip, why not explore some Lincolnshire pumpkin patches and make a day of it?
Although this list is always getting updated with the latest up-to-the-minute info on pumpkin picking, please double check that the pumpkin patch is on for the day you want to attend.
Related: Grimsby Halloween activities for kids
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Pumpkin Picking Grimsby Area – 14 Lincolnshire Pumpkin Patches
All the information listed gets regularly checked and updated if anything changes, but it’s always best to double check with your preferred Grimsby pumpkin picking destination to ensure all activities are on.
Peaks Top Farm
Hewitt’s Avenue, New Waltham
Peaks Top Farm usually offer pumpkin picking every year throughout October half term. This year they open their gates from Monday 16th October and will be open from 10-4 daily.
The farm offers space for parking and only a short walk to the pumpkin picking fields. Prices vary depending on pumpkin size, but based on previous years, the big pumpkins should be expected to cost around £3.
Nunnys Farm
Wootten Road, Grimsby
Nunny’s Farm has previously held a pumpkin picking event where children can choose and decorate a pumpkin of their choice and 2023 will be no different. Their pumpkins will be ready to pick from the 14th – 31st October and priced according to size.
For more info, visit their event page on Facebook.
Hall Farm Park
Caistor Road, South Kelsey, Market Rasen
Hall Farm Park offers pumpkin picking every year. You can usually pre-book your admission tickets which includes access to the pumpkin patch, but the pumpkins you pick need to be paid for separately.
Here’s what their event page says:
Thornton Abbey
Ulceby
Thornton Abbey pumpkin picking is a favourite for those who can get there by car. Pumpkin picking is open every day from 14th – 31st October. It’s free to enter and you just pay whatever you pick – prices start from £1 for baby pumpkins and £10 for gigantic pumpkins.
This pumpkin patch goes all out with a variety of colours, sizes, other kinds of squash and space to carve your pumpkin on-site. There’s also a play area if you want to make a day of it, which has an entry fee.
Rand Farm Park
Rand, Lincoln
Rand Farm Park have an annual pumpkin festival starting 7th October. The festival can be booked on their website.
Ling’s Farm
Croxby Top, Caistor
Ling’s farm pumpkin patch really gets in the spirit of Halloween and love to see their visitors in fancy dress. We took the kids last year and there was a rather lovely food truck there so fingers crossed it returns this year. No tickets or pre-booking required.
Dates for 2023
14th, 15th, 21st-29th and 30th 31st October! 10am -4pm
Prices depend on the size and type of pumpkin you pick, starting from just 50p!
Pink Pig Farm
Scunthorpe
Book in for the pumpkin festival to pick a pumpkin from their patch and participate in their other Halloween themed activities. From 21st – 29th October 2023. Receive a free pumpkin with every paying child. Children under 2 don’t pay, but you can add a pumpkin on to your order and go and carve it in the carving barn. The fun doesn’t stop there, eat some spooky foods and let Windle Witch teach you to make some enchanting potions!
Buy tickets for Pink Pig Pumpkin Festival.
Uncle Henry’s
Grayingham Grange Farm, Grayingham, Gainsborough
October sees Uncle Henry’s pumpkin patch welcome families looking for some pumpkin picking fun. If you’re looking for a spooky time, why not try to solve their Halloween maze while you’re there!
Open 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, and 21st-31st October 2023
Tattershall Farm Park
Marsh Lane, Tattershall, Lincoln
If you visit the farm throughout October, you can upgrade your ticket to include the pumpkin trail, see the Halloween room and visit the pumpkin patch among other spooky activities.
Coleby Lodge Farm
Heath Road, Coleby, Lincoln
Visit Coleby pumpkin patch to choose your ideal Halloween pumpkin. The first weekend they open is 14th & 15th Oct, then every day for October half term from 21st – 29th October.
Boston Farm Park
Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster
Misleadingly in Doncaster, not Boston (but still making it onto the list because it’s local enough), Boston Farm Park hosts a Halloween Shriek Week every year. From 14th – 31st October, 10am-4pm,
Enjoy our Halloween pumpkin hunt around the Maize Maze and carve a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and make your own lantern.
Only £8 for children (3-12 yrs.) £6 for adults & toddlers (1&2 yrs.)Under 1’s free.Pumpkins are £4 each plus £1 for carving (pay on arrival)
Tickets include entry to the farm and all indoor and outdoor play areas.”Main St, Doddington, Lincoln
All through October (from the 1st – 31st October) you can visit Doddington Hall to pick your own pumpkins. Opening hours 10-4. The patch is free entry, you just pay for what you pick, with prices starting from £3. Bargain!
Golden Bottoms 
Spooky Storytelling
Patch open 1-31 October, daily 9.30am-4.30pm (while stocks last). Enter via the Gatehouse – Free entry, pay for what you pick. Prices start from £3 dependent on size. Cash and card payment accepted.The Pumpkin Bumpkins
Cliff Rd, Market Rasen
This pumpkin patch is another free to enter patch, you just pay for what you pick! These guys even have handy wheelbarrows on site for you to use. Wear your wellies and enjoy hot drinks and tasty donuts while you pick.
2023 opening times & dates
open 10:00am-4:0 pm on the dates below
7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, 21st – 29th October
There’s even night picking this year too! You need to book in advance for the dates below:
21st October and 27th October 6pm – 9pm. Spooky!
Redhouse Farm
Redhouse Farm Lane, Waddingworth, Woodhall Spa
Pay for what you pick and enjoy free entry with this pumpkin patch. After choosing your perfect pumpkin why not stay & enjoy a delicious pumpkin muffin and a hot drink, served at The Kettle & Cake. Fire baskets will be lit so stay, relax and enjoy the warmth.
Opening times and dates 2022
10am – 4pm on the dates below
7th& 8th, 14th & 15th, 21st – 29th October 10-4
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