{"id":2292,"date":"2025-09-23T16:00:48","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2292"},"modified":"2026-01-09T15:52:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T15:52:15","slug":"pumpkin-picking-cornwall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/pumpkin-picking-cornwall\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Go Pumpkin Picking in Cornwall 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><big><strong><span style=\"color: #4082a6;\">Get into the spirit of spooky season by going pumpkin picking in Cornwall this October!<\/span><\/strong><\/big><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering where to go pumpkin picking in Cornwall? Read on to discover a local pumpkin patch for a fun-filled autumnal outing with your family.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve also put together a handy list of tips on <a href=\"#6\">how to choose a pumpkin<\/a>, including how to tell if your pumpkin is ripe!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Use our quick links below to view a specific place, or read our full guide to find out where to go pumpkin picking in Cornwall this year\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">Pumpkin Picking at Trevaskis Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Lobbs Autumn Fest Pumpkin Picking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4\">The Cornish Maize Maze and Fun Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Halloween at Healey\u2019s Cyder Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6\">Pumpkin Fest at Camel Creek Adventure Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Pumpkin Picking at Trevathan Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Cargoll Pumpkin Patch<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#9\">Pumpkin Picking at Splattenridden Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#10\">How to choose a pumpkin<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#11\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"1\">Pumpkin Picking at Trevaskis Farm<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Trevaskis Farm, Connor Downs, Hayle, TR27 5JQ<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: TBC<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOOvgQ5jAGv\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOOvgQ5jAGv\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Trevaskis Farm (@trevaskisfarm)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nTop of the list is one of the most popular pumpkin farms in Cornwall, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trevaskisfarm.co.uk\/pick-your-own\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trevaskis Farm<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>Lying between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/search.html?region=&amp;location=197544&amp;location_long=Redruth%2C+Cornwall&amp;locationdist=10&amp;num_sleeps=1&amp;num_pets=-1&amp;startlabel=&amp;start=&amp;periodStart=&amp;periodEnd=&amp;duration=7&amp;fuzziness=3&amp;features=&amp;distance_to_sea=-1&amp;beds_single=-1&amp;property_type_id=&amp;num_bathrooms=-1&amp;rating=-1&amp;min_price=&amp;max_price=&amp;coordinates=&amp;sort=&amp;show=10&amp;page=&amp;min_offer_value=&amp;max_offer_value=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Redruth<\/a> and Hayle off the A30, it\u2019s easy to access from a host of Cornish locations.<\/p>\n<p>Pay for what you pick among the 28 acres of fields on this working farm. Why not pop into the restaurant and farm shop after you\u2019ve chosen your ghastly gourd?<\/p>\n<p>Check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/trevaskis.farm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook page<\/a> to keep updated on any ghoulish goings on.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lobbsfarmshop.com\/pages\/pumpkin-picking-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lobbs Autumn Fest Pumpkin Picking<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>Lobbs Farm Shop, Heligan, St Ewe, St Austell, PL26 6EN<br \/>\n<strong>Dates: <\/strong>TBC<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/10\/little-boy-on-hay-bale-and-pumpkins-1.jpg\" alt=\"little boy sat on a pumpkin in front of a hay bale\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lobbsfarmshop.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lobbs Farm Shop<\/a> near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/mevagissey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mevagissey<\/a> offers an annual pumpkin-picking event that\u2019s perfect for a pre-Halloween day out.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need one ticket per child picking a pumpkin. They will need to be accompanied by at least one adult, and booking is essential as it can get busy. Tickets are only available through Eventbrite.<\/p>\n<p>Finish the day by picking up some goodies from the Lobbs Farm Shop.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"3\">Pumpkin Fest at Strawberry Fields, Lifton<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Strawberry Fields, Lifton, Devon, PL16 0DH<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: First three weekends in October, then Sat 25th to Fri 31st October 2025<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO1cKeMEdIK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO1cKeMEdIK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Strawberry Fields Farm Shop (@strawberryfieldsfarmshop)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nLooking for one of the best pumpkin picking festivals in Cornwall and Devon? Then head to Strawberry Fields, Lifton. Packed with fun-filled activities for the whole family, this October event features a fantastic pumpkin patch bursting with homegrown pumpkins.<\/p>\n<p>Wander through the Creepy Carnival Maize Maze, take a ride on the barrel train, and snap hundreds of pics throughout their pumpkin displays. There\u2019s also plenty of autumnal treats to snack on as you go.<\/p>\n<p>With live music, a circus show, and tons of magic, it&#8217;s a must-attend event this pumpkin-picking season. Find out more info via the <a href=\"https:\/\/strawberryfieldslifton.co.uk\/pages\/book-ticket-pumpkinfest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strawberry Fields website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"4\">The Cornish Maize Maze and Fun Farm<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Smeaton Farm, Pillaton, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6RZ<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: First two weekends in October, then Sat 18th to Fri 31st October 2025<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/10\/cornish-maize-maze.jpg\" alt=\"father and son walking around cornish maize maze\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On the edges of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/tamar-valley-resort.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tamar Valley<\/a> Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is The Cornish Maize Maze and Fun Farm.<\/p>\n<p>Located near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/st-mellion.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St Mellion<\/a>, this pumpkin patch in Cornwall offers the perfect family day out. Tickets cost \u00a35 per person and under 2s go free. Enjoy choosing the perfect pumpkin before taking a walk through the maize maze, complete with a Halloween-themed quiz. You\u2019ll even be able to spot some farm animals, too.<\/p>\n<p>Pumpkins are priced at \u00a31 for small ones, \u00a32.50 for medium ones, and \u00a34 for large ones.<\/p>\n<p>For those looking for something scarier, return on Saturday, 1st November 2025, for their Halloween Maze of Horrors, featuring live actors and scare scenes to frighten you! Entry costs \u00a317.00 per person.<\/p>\n<p>Go to their <a href=\"https:\/\/amazingcornishmaizemaze.digitickets.co.uk\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">website to book your tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"5\">Halloween at Healey\u2019s Cyder Farm<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Healey\u2019s Cornish Cyder Farm, Penhallow, Truro TR4 9LT<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: Saturday 11th &#8211; Friday 31st October 2025<\/p>\n<p>Located near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/perranporth.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Perranporth<\/a>, Healey\u2019s Cornish Cyder Farm is offering a fun-packed October. Board the haunted Vintage Tractor as it takes you to the pumpkin patch. Pick out your perfect pumpkin before heading over to the Rattler Bar to get creative, where you\u2019ll transform your picks into spooky pumpkins at their family carving workshop.<\/p>\n<p>Adults can even swap their pumpkins for a pint of Cyder. Book your tickets via the <a href=\"https:\/\/healeyscyder.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Healey\u2019s Cornish Cyder website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"6\">Pumpkin Fest at Camel Creek Adventure Park<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Camel Creek Adventure Park, Tredinnick, Wadebridge, PL27 7RA<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th October, then Wednesday 22nd \u2013 Friday 31st October 2025<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/10\/pumpkin-picking-cornwall-father-and-son.jpg\" alt=\"little boy and his father pumpkin picking in cornwall\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This October, join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camelcreek.co.uk\/pumpkin-fest\/#convioushttps:\/\/www.camelcreek.co.uk\/pumpkin-fest\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Camel Creek<\/a> team at their hotly anticipated Pumpkin Fest. It&#8217;s the perfect autumnal day out filled with pumpkins, photo opportunities, and cosy seasonal vibes. Explore the entire park, from their pumpkin patch, where every child will receive a FREE pumpkin, to their house of horrors and live spooky entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>Advanced bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment and can be booked <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camelcreek.co.uk\/pumpkin-fest\/#convioushttps:\/\/www.camelcreek.co.uk\/pumpkin-fest\/#convious\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>. Take a look at their website for more details regarding Pumpkin Fest.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"7\">Pumpkin Picking at Trevathan Farm<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Trevathan Farm, St Endellion, Port Issac, Cornwall PL293TT<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: Friday 10th October &#8211; Friday 31st October<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO6ikskiH1Y\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO6ikskiH1Y\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Trevathan farm (@trevathanfarm)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Dig out your wellies and join the team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trevathanfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trevathan Farm<\/a> to choose your perfect pumpkin. Take it home and carve a spooky face or simply make it into something yummy. There will be lots of photo opportunities, too.<\/p>\n<p>Check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/100064957836190\/posts\/-pumpkin-picking-is-back-at-trevathan-farm-shop-from-friday-10th-october-come-an\/1174386424736608\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook page<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"8\">Cargoll Pumpkin Patch<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: P.Y.O Pumpkins, St Newlyn East, Newquay<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: First three weekends in October, then every day of October Half Term<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/10\/pumpkin-patch-cornwall.jpg\" alt=\"pumpkin patch cornwall\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p\/Cargoll-Pumpkin-Patch-61565542823021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cargoll<\/a> is a pop-up pumpkin patch open throughout October every year. Wander through the pumpkin patch, take advantage of the photo points dotted throughout, and enjoy the Cornish Countryside. Dogs are welcome too.<\/p>\n<p>Contact them via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p\/Cargoll-Pumpkin-Patch-61565542823021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">their Facebook page<\/a> to book your time slot.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"9\">Pick your own pumpkins at Splattenridden Farm<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Splattenridden Farm, Hayle TR27 6LH<br \/>\n<strong>Dates<\/strong>: TBC<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DBOmRfCozDi\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; 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height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DBOmRfCozDi\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Splattenridden (@splattenridden)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>For those holidaying in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/carbis-bay.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Carbis Bay<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/st-ives.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St Ives<\/a> this October, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/splattenridden.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Splattenridden Farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This Cornwall pumpkin patch is located just a few miles from the beautiful shores of Carbis Bay Beach.<\/p>\n<p>Head here for a great day roaming the vast fields for your perfect pumpkin!<\/p>\n<p>Keep an eye on their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100069873771732\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook page<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"10\">How to choose a pumpkin<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/10\/large-ripe-pumpkin.jpg\" alt=\"large ripe pumpkin\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/p>\n<p>During your Cornwall pumpkin-picking adventures, you\u2019ll need to know what to look for when choosing your pumpkin.<\/p>\n<h3>How to tell if a pumpkin is ripe:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A ripe pumpkin should have a firm rind<\/li>\n<li>Look for a strong colour all over<\/li>\n<li>The exterior should be hard enough to resist denting when you press your fingernail to it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top Tip:<\/strong> Tap on the rind and listen for a nice hollow thump sound like a drum!<\/p>\n<h3>How to harvest a pumpkin<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the thick stem.<\/li>\n<li>Cut the stem around 3 or 4 inches from the top of the pumpkin &#8211; a longer stem helps ward off decay.<\/li>\n<li>Carry your pumpkin from the bottom rather than the stem to avoid damaging the stem.<\/li>\n<li>If you damage or break off the stem, it can expose the pumpkin to rot, pests and disease more easily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re seeking the main ingredient to a pumpkin pie, or after the perfect pumpkin to carve, there\u2019s plenty of fun to be had pumpkin picking in Cornwall!<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy this autumnal activity on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">self-catered stay in Cornwall<\/a> with Cornish Cottage Holidays. From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/romantic-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cosy, romantic cottages<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/large-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">large family houses<\/a>, you\u2019re sure to find the perfect stay for you!<\/p>\n<p>Pumpkin picking in Cornwall is just one of the many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do-october-half-term-cornwall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fun things to do in October in Cornwall<\/a>. Discover some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\/blog\/best-walks-in-cornwall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best walks in Cornwall<\/a> so you can soak up the idyllic autumnal scenery of the region.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button style=\"padding: 10px 30px; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #4082a5; color: #ffffff;\">View Cornish holiday cottages<\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"11\">Pumpkin Picking Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>When should you go pumpkin picking?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">Pumpkin picking in the UK usually runs from late September through to the end of October. The best time to go pumpkin picking in Cornwall is early to mid-October. Going early in the season tends to offer you more choice and ensures your pumpkins last all the way through to Halloween, provided they are stored correctly.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>How long does pumpkin picking take?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">Pumpkin picking can take anywhere between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the size of the pumpkin patch, how many pumpkins you want, and whether there are other activities you can combine it with.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>How do you know when a pumpkin is ripe for picking?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">\n<p>A ripe pumpkin will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have a deep, consistent colour (orange, white, or whatever its variety is).<\/li>\n<li>Sound hollow when tapped.<\/li>\n<li>Have a hard skin that resists scratching with your fingernail.<\/li>\n<li>Have a dry, firm stem (green, soft stems mean it\u2019s not ready yet).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>Do you have to book pumpkin picking?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">\n<p>Most popular places for pumpkin picking in Cornwall will need to be booked in advance to avoid disappointment.<\/p>\n<p>During half-term and over weekends they tend to be quite busy, though smaller farms or pumpkin patches will allow walk-ins. It\u2019s always best to check with each individual pumpkin patch before travelling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>Can adults go pumpkin picking?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">Definitely. Pumpkin picking isn\u2019t just for kids. Whether you\u2019re going with family, friends, or as a seasonal date, pumpkin picking is a great activity for all ages. <a href=\"#6\">Healey\u2019s Cyder Farm<\/a> even allow adults to trade in their pumpkins for a nice pint of homemade cyder!<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<summary style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>How much do pumpkins cost?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">\n<p>The cost of a pumpkin depends on several factors, such as size, weight, and variety. 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