The American tradition of pumpkin picking is becoming more and more popular in Scotland, and no wonder – it’s a fantastic autumnal day out for the whole family and makes for great photo opportunities.
If you are looking for pumpkin patches within reach of our holiday parks, then look no further. Here is our round-up of the best places to visit.
Stirlingshire
Many of Stirlingshire’s most popular pumpkin picking events are within easy reach of Callander Woods Holiday Park, making it a great base for an autumn family break.
Arnprior Farm
Dates: 10 – 25 October 2026
Arnprior Farm hosts Scotland’s original Pumpkin festival, with over 20,000 pumpkins to choose from over 3 weeks in October.
As well as pumpkins, they have a quad pod ride, pumpkin cannon, bale mountain, an indoor hay barn, face painting, a bouncy castle, lots of photo opportunities and much more. Tickets sell out very fast, though, so sign up to their mailing list to make sure you don’t miss out.
Briarlands Farm
Dates: 10 – 31 October 2026
Enjoy a spot of pumpkin picking whatever the weather, with this covered pumpkin patch set inside a former strawberry tunnel. Entry is £2 per person, with pumpkins priced by size, plenty of photo opportunities, and a handy carving area. Book park entry online at the same time and receive 25% off admission.
There’s loads to do at Briarlands to keep your wee ones entertained, from jumping pillows to football golf; tractor and trailer rides to archery.
https://briarlandsfarm.co.uk/events/
Loch Lomond
Many of Loch Lomond’s most popular pumpkin picking events and autumn attractions are within easy reach of Lomond Woods Holiday Park, making it a great base for an autumn family break in Scotland.
Loch Lomond Scary Trail & Pumpkin Patch
Dates: 2 October – 1 November
Something spooky is happening in Loch Lomond this October! Join us on our trail through the eerie ancient forest, solving clues in your activity guides as you go. Watch out for the spiders and trolls! The trail will lead you into Faerie Tale Farm, where our farm friends are waiting to meet you!
https://www.lochlomondfaerietrail.com
Monty’s Farm Park, Cardross
Dates: 10 -30 October
This farm park at Ardardan Estate also has a wooden indoor adventure & role play barn. From the 10th to the 30th of October, they will also be offering their pumpkin and play sessions.
Perthshire
From pumpkin patches and woodland walks to family-friendly autumn events, Perthshire offers plenty to enjoy throughout October. Blairgowrie Holiday Park, Corriefodly Holiday Park and Faskally Woods Holiday Park are all ideally located for exploring the area’s seasonal attractions and autumn scenery.
The Barrie Box Pumpkin Patch
Dates: Daily throughout October
This popular farm shop and cafe are once again running their pumpkin patch from the 10th – 31st October. Entry and parking is FREE and no booking is required. There are lots of free activities for families to enjoy There are also special pumpkin weekends on the 10th & 11th | 17th & 18th | 24th & 25th October from 11am–4pm. With Halloween activities and entertainment organised and run by Dreamtime Events, face painting, games and plenty of family fun. There is also have freshly made pizza and authentic Sri Lankan food to enjoy on the farm throughout the special weekends. Or make a day of it and enjoy breakfast or lunch in the new Cafe. https://www.facebook.com/TheBarrieBox
And for those looking for something a little scarier… 👀
👻 FEAR FARM | 27th, 28th & 29th October | 5pm–9pm
Dreamtime Events are bringing Fear Farm to The Barrie Box for three nights of scares, live actors and Halloween entertainment.
🎟️ Fear Farm is a separate ticketed night-time event, organised and run by Dreamtime Events.
https://www.dreamtimeevents.co.uk/events/fear-farm.php…
http://www.mcdonaldagri.co.uk/
Aberdeenshire
Deeside Holiday Park makes an ideal base for discovering the area’s autumn events and scenic surroundings.
Westerton Farmers, Aberdeenshire
Dates: 10 – 31 October
This pumpkin patch is open daily from 10th-31st October with children’s activities, food and drink and plenty of other on-farm fun.
