With Halloween’s ghostly approach on the horizon, breakdown experts at The AA have delved into 40 of the UK’s most terrifyingly good pumpkin patches to crown the best of all for 2025. The ultimate patch was identified using The AA’s newest index, which evaluates the patches based on five key factors, including monthly Google search data, Google review scores, Instagram and TikTok hashtags, and whether the pumpkins are grown on-site!
In the UK, there are over 40,500 monthly Google searches for ‘pumpkin picking near me,’ a search term that has increased by more than 300% in the last three months. Searches for ‘pumpkin carving’ have also risen significantly, seeing a 120% increase to an average of 22,200 searches per month. This rising interest is reflected in the popularity of specific farms, with the top three most-searched-for pumpkin patches being Tulleys Farm with 715,000 searches, Cannon Hall Farm with 134,500 searches, and Cattows Farm with 101,100 searches.
Leading the way as the UK’s top pumpkin patch overall this year is Cannon Hall Farm in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, with a score of 75.99 out of 100.
UK’s Top Ten Pumpkin Patches for 2025
1. Cannon Hall Farm, Barnsley, South Yorkshire (Score: 75.99 / 100)
Ranking at number one, Cannon Hall Farm is the ultimate place to go for Halloween fun. With a top score of 75.99 on the index, it’s a huge hit with visitors, racking up over 134,500 Google searches, a great 4.7-star rating, and tons of social media love with over 20,900 Instagram hashtags and 905 on TikTok. You can pick your own pumpkin right from the field, and the staff will even help you carve it. Tickets are £16.95 per person, with free entry for kids under two. Just remember to leave your four-legged friends at home, as dogs aren’t allowed. For an additional fee, there is a “VR Spooky Halloween Pumpkin Ride”, along with spooky quizzes, fancy dress prizes, and photo opportunities.
2. Tulleys Farm, West Sussex (Score: 69.19 / 100)
Tulleys Farm is a must-visit, landing in second place with a score of 69.19. This place is seriously popular, with over 715,000 Google searches and a 4.6-star rating. It also has over 1,000 Instagram hashtags and 705 on TikTok. You can pick your own pumpkins that are grown right on the farm, and the best part is it’s dog-friendly! Just know that you’ll have to carve your masterpiece at home, as on-site carving isn’t an option. Tickets for daytime slots are £8 for anyone aged two and up, and little ones under two get in for free. For an additional charge, you can ride a 33-metre high observation wheel for panoramic views. Visitors can also interact with characters from the “PumpkinVillage,” including the “Pumpkin Queen.”
3. Kenyon Hall Farm, Cheshire (Score: 49.72 / 100)
Ranked third with a score of 49.72, Kenyon Hall Farm is a great choice for pumpkin picking in Cheshire. It’s a popular spot with over 67,600 Google searches a month and a 4.5-star rating. You can pick your own pumpkins from the fields, but you’ll need to do your carving at home and leave your dogs behind, as they aren’t allowed on the farm. The farm also has 5,000 hashtags on Instagram and 601 on TikTok. Tickets are £2.95 per person, and kids under 18 months are free. A Maize Maze is also available (for an extra charge), an outdoor play area for kids, and photo opportunities.
4. Cattows Farm, Leicestershire (Score: 43.06 / 100)
In fourth place is Cattows Farm, with a score of 43.06. This farm is a well-known spot for Halloween fun, with over 101,100 Google searches and a solid 4.1-star rating. Here you can pick your own pumpkins, and you can even bring your dog along! Just like some of the others, on-site carving isn’t available. Cattows Farm also has a strong social media presence, with 10,100 Instagram hashtags and 519 on TikTok. Tickets start at £3, and entry is free for kids under 18 months. The standard entry ticket also includes access to Nashville Music City (live country music and line dancing), and Animal Adventures (meeting the farm animals).
5. Doddington Hall, Lincolnshire (Score: 42.91 / 100)
Doddington Hall comes in fifth with a score of 42.91 and is a popular choice for pumpkin picking. It has a great 4.5-star rating and over 40,300 Google searches. You can pick your own pumpkins here, but they aren’t grown on-site. The farm also doesn’t allow dogs or offer on-site carving. The farm has 24,600 Instagram hashtags and 508 on TikTok. Doddington Hall also offers a spooky walk through the Kitchen Garden, and a chance to find prize-winning golden pumpkins. The best part? No tickets needed, you just show up and pay for your pumpkins!
Shaun Jones, AA Patrol of the Year, discusses how to keep the kids entertained in the car on the way to these top spots:
- “Play games – games like “I-Spy”, road trip bingo, or green number plate spotting can keep kids occupied and looking out the window.
- Share control – let kids choose the music to get them engaged in a sing-along.
- Plan a scenic route – avoid boring motorways by taking a more interesting route with different sights and landscapes.
- Stop often – break up long journeys with stops at parks or other interesting places rather than just service stations.
- Bring plenty of snacks – stock up on food and drinks that aren’t messy to save money and prevent complaints.
- Create a “treasure chest”– pack a box of small toys, games, and snacks that kids can tuck into gradually throughout the trip to keep them entertained.”
