As the autumn days draw in and Halloween approaches, a sure-fire way of encouraging the kids to enjoy the outdoors is to head to a local pumpkin patch.

While the hot summer hasn’t been kind to pumpkin farmers, there are still plenty of varieties and colours available – although they may not be as big as in previous years.

Here are some of the best pumpkin patches across Teignbridge:

Teignmouth Road, Dawlish EX7 0LA (next to the Smugglers Inn)

Open 10am until 4pm October 25-31

After last year’s successful launch, the Smallacombe Farm organic pumpkin patch is returning for 2026. Expect on-site carving, a chance to meet some of the animals, face painting and refreshments.

Bickington TQ12 6LH

Open 10am until 4pm October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 and 25-31.

There’s plenty of space to roam across this six-acre patch and plenty of choice with 20 different pumpkin varieties.

Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT

9am-4pm September 27 – November 2

As well as visiting the usual animal attractions at Pennywell, October entry prices include access to the Pumpkin Patch. There are plenty of activities to keep all ages occupied including a pumpkin trail, live music, pumpkin-themed games and marshmallow toasting.

Newton Road, Bishopsteignton TQ14 9PN

Open daily 10am-3pm

Visit this working farm to pick your own pumpkins and other seasonal produce. Shute Farm updates its website daily with crop availability but pumpkins are generally available through October.

EX2 9TG

10am-2pm Saturday October 25

For one day only, West Town Farm is holding a pumpkin festival. Visitors can choose from a wide range of organic pumpkin or squash varieties. There are also plenty of activities on offer including a spooky trail, pumpkin carving, face painting and a chance to feed the pigs.

Tickets are £3 for adults and £1.50 for children over three and should be booked in advance. Entry tickets do not include the cost of pumpkins.