Pumpkin patches and power-ups
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Our pick of places across the UK for family fun this autumn – with bp pulse EV chargers nearby
Brits long resisted celebrating All Hallow’s Eve in US style. But these days we’re all-in on a fully American Halloween. Gaudy decorations, overflowing buckets of sweets and minor carving-related finger injuries are fully expected today. But to get truly into the swing of it, a visit to a pumpkin patch is necessary. This isn’t just a pick-your-own pumpkin farm. It’s all about having a fun experience to warm you up for the big celebration coming. We’ve rounded up some of the best in the UK and the convenient nearby charging too. Enjoy the trip and watch those fingers!
Remember to download the bp pulse app to charge up and add this location to your autumn day out itinerary.
1. Doddington Hall, Lincolnshire (LN6 4RU)
Doddington Hall in picturesque Lincolnshire, UK, features a vibrant pumpkin patch display, showcasing a stunning array of pumpkins in various shapes, sizes, and colours. This seasonal attraction creates a festive autumnal atmosphere, perfect for visitors to explore and enjoy.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Skellingthorpe road, approx 15 minutes
2. Tulley’s Farm, West Sussex (RH10 4PE)
Tulley's Farm, nestled in the scenic West Sussex countryside, hosts the UK's No.1 Pumpkin Festival. With over 1 million pumpkins and gourds spread across 100 acres, visitors can choose from a vast array of shapes, sizes, and colours. Beyond pumpkin picking, the festival offers delicious street food, live roaming music, and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect autumnal outing for families and friends.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Lowfield Heath road, approx 15 minutes
3. Cannon Hall Farm, South Yorkshire (S75 4AT)
Cannon Hall Farm's Pumpkin Festival is a highlight of the autumn season, featuring over 15,000 pumpkins available for visitors to pick. The festival includes specially designed photo opportunities and a spooky pumpkin virtual reality ride, ensuring a memorable experience for all ages. Additionally, children receive free pumpkins that expert carvers can shape on-site, adding to the festive fun.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Whinby road, approx 15 minutes
4. Cotswold Farm Park (GL54 5FL)
Cotswold Farm Park offers a delightful pumpkin picking experience during October weekends. Visitors can explore the pumpkin trail, select their perfect pumpkin, and even participate in on-site carving activities. The farm park is dog-friendly and provides various photo opportunities, making it an enjoyable destination for the whole family.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Ashchurch road, approx 25 minutes
5. Cardiff Halloween Festival, Coedarhydyglyn Park (CF5 6SF)
Running from October 12th to 31st, the Cardiff Halloween Festival at Coedarhydyglyn Park offers loads of Halloween-themed activities. Visitors can roam expansive pumpkin fields, enjoy live stage shows, participate in a Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt, and dance at the Monster Bash Family Disco. The festival also features a Witch and Wizard Academy, a Neon Spider Quest, and various food and drink options, ensuring a spooktacular time for all ages.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Copthorne way, approx 5 minutes
6. Arnprior Farm, Stirling (FK8 3HA)
Arnprior Farm hosts Scotland's original Pumpkin Festival, boasting over 20,000 pumpkins to choose from over three weeks in October. The farm offers a range of activities, including a quad pod ride, pumpkin cannon, bale mountain, indoor hay barn, face painting, and a bouncy castle. With numerous photo opportunities and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a fantastic day out for families, including furry friends.
Nearby bp pulse charging: Causewayhead road, approx 20 minutes
Top tips for EV drivers visiting a pumpkin patch
Wellies are recommended for most pumpkin patches. Don’t forget to bring a bag to put them in when they’re all wet and muddy so they don’t mess up your car.
Still on the subject of shoes – keep an old mat in your boot space or frunk. You can put it on the floor to help make the one-welly-on-one-welly-off dance a little bit less precarious, especially for little ones.
Some pumpkin patches have temporary parking in a field. EVs are often heavier than ICE cars meaning they could sink into soft ground and make it hard to get out. If you’re not sure how firm the ground is it’s always better to get out and check on foot before driving on to it.
Enjoy your trip and mind those fingers!
