Pumpkin Picking at Cockfields Farm Park
Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater ManchesterAbout Pumpkin Picking at Cockfields Farm Park
Welcome, brave pumpkin hunters, to the enchanting world of Cockfields Farm Park in Ashton Under Lyne! If you're ready for a ghoulishly good time, then put on your costumes, grab your brooms (or your cars), and head to Cockfields Farm for pumpkin galore! The farm has become a popular haunt for pumpkin picking, so we thought we'd let you in on it too!
Cockfields Farm Pumpkin Festival 2023
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and red, and the crisp autumn air fills your lungs with excitement, Cockfields Farm Park beckons you to enter its magical realm. Located just a short drive from Ashton Under Lyne, this family-friendly farm is transformed into a Halloween wonderland each October, making it the perfect destination for families looking to embrace the spooky spirit.
This year it's all about the spectacular pumpkin festival to celebrate all things orange and gourd-eous! Head to the GIANT pumpkin patch and discover hundreds of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Whether you pick garish green, yellow mellow or a traditional orange pumpkin. Knobbly pumpkins or smooth and round, there's a range of pumpkins for everyone - just grab your wheel barrow and get started!
There's a pumpkin here for every member of your family, whether you're on the haunt for the perfect jack-o'-lantern or simply want to add some autumn flair to your doorstep, you'll find it at Cockfields Farm Park!
But it doesn't stop there... Make your way to the Carving barn and let your creative juices flow as you carve your very own design! Carving pumpkins is the ultimate Halloween activity that will get everyone joining the fun! Spooky, funny or whatever you fancy - you can also enter into the best carving competition too! Will yours take the prize?
There's even a Cockfields Farm Toddler Pumpkin Festival event too!
Frightful Family Entertainment
Of course, you can't celebrate Halloween or go pumpkin picking without having a bit of fun! At Cockfields Farm Park, you'll find lots of fun activities for families and non-stop entertainment to enjoy!
Costumes Galore
At Cockfields Farm Park, dressing up isn't just encouraged; it's practically mandatory! You'll encounter tiny wicked witches, pint-sized superheroes, and even mini-monsters, why not dress up as you make your way through the pumpkin patches and spooky trails? It's all part of the fun this spooky season!
Haunted Hayrides and Thrilling Trails
Once you've selected your pumpkins, it's time to dive even deeper into the Halloween spirit. Cockfields Farm Park offers haunted hayrides, tractor rides and spooky nature trails that will send shivers down your spine in the best way possible. These activities are designed with families in mind, so they're more fun than frightening. But be prepared for a few surprises along the way!
Friendly Farm Animals
If your little ones need a break from the spooky stuff, Cockfields Farm Park has plenty of adorable barn animals to meet. From fluffy rabbits to friendly goats, there's no shortage of furry and feathered friends waiting to be petted and fed. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the farm's resident cows, pigs, and sheep; they're always eager to make new friends.
But there are also scaly reptiles to meet too!
Photo Ops Galore
With so much Halloween spirit around, you'll want to capture the memories with plenty of lovely photos. Here you'll find a multitude of picture-perfect spots, from rustic barns and hay bales to whimsical scarecrows and pumpkin-lined pathways. Be sure to snap a family photo with your prized pumpkins to commemorate your spooktacular day!
Food & Drink
All that pumpkin picking and ghostly gallivanting is bound to work up an appetite. Luckily, Cockfields Farm has you covered with all its tricks and treats.
Head over to the snack bar and food trucks for a variety of hot food and tasty treats. Sip on hot drinks that will keep you toasty and indulge in ooey gooey, toasted marshmallows!
Plan Your Visit
Cockfields Farm's Halloween festivities typically run throughout the month of October, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable family outing. To ensure you make the most of your visit make sure you pre-book your tickets!
From choosing the perfect pumpkin to embarking on haunted hayrides and meeting friendly farm animals, there's something for everyone to enjoy while you go pumpkin picking at Cockfields Farm Park!
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Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
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Cockfields Farm Park
Lees Road
Ashton-under-Lyne
Greater Manchester
OL6 8AR
England
Tel: 01613313322
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