The Best Pumpkin Picking & Patches in Scotland (2026)
Autumn
Pumpkin season has arrived in Scotland, and with it the annual excuse to pull on your wellies and a woolly jumper and head to a pumpkin patch. After all, nothing says cosy season quite like coming home with armfuls of plump squashes ready for carving.
Supermarket shelves might be piled high with pumpkins every October, but there’s something rather more satisfying about picking your own straight from the field.
You’re unlikely to stumble across a pumpkin patch in the heart of town, but Scotland’s farms have plenty to offer, and we love nothing more than a mini autumn road trip in search of pumpkins, a cosy pub lunch and country lanes lined with golden leaves.
And remember to leave time for the farm café - a steamy hot chocolate makes a welcome reward after a morning outdoors.
From Perthshire fields to pumpkin patches tucked into the Highland countryside, these are the best places to go pumpkin picking in Scotland in 2026.
Quick Guide: Scotland Pumpkin Patches
A quick guide to pumpkin picking across Scotland - you’ll find full details, how to book, and dates in the guide below:
The Cawdor Patch, Nairn
Davochfin Farm, Dornoch
Glen Nevis, Fort William
Loch Ness Pumpkins, Drumnadrochit
Pumpkins at the Park, nr Aviemore
Cultybraggan Farm, Perthshire
Broadslap Fruit Farm, Perthshire
Arnprior Farm, Trossachs
Loch Lomond Scary Trail, Trossachs
Glamis Castle, Angus
Ethiebeaton Farm, Angus
Westerton Farm, Aberdeenshire
Balgone Estate, East Lothian
Clackmae Farm, Borders
Ernespie Farm, Dumfries & Galloway
Tips for pumpkin picking in Scotland
October in Scotland can be glorious, but it can also mean rain, muddy fields and a sharp chill once you're out in the open. A little preparation makes all the difference.
Book ahead. Most patches run timed sessions on selected dates.
Wear wellies! Fields and farms are guaranteed to be muddy, so waterproof footwear and warm layers are a sensible choice.
Check what your ticket includes. Some attractions charge an entry fee and sell pumpkins separately, while others offer packages that include a pumpkin or additional activities; some are individual tickets, while others charge per car or group.
Bring a sturdy box. It makes transporting your pumpkin home much easier, particularly if you're picking more than one.
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Pumpkin Picking & Patches in Scotland For 2026
Highlands | Perthshire | Trossachs | Angus | Aberdeenshire | East Lothian | Borders & Galloway
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Highlands
1. The Cawdor Patch, Nairnshire
10–31 October 2026
Set in the historic village of Cawdor, The Cawdor Patch is one of the more characterful places to go pumpkin picking in the Highlands and the perfect option if you’re looking to go pumpkin picking near Inverness.
Acres of farmland and woodland are filled with pumpkins in an impressive array of colours, shapes and sizes, from the classic orange variety to white, yellow, green and decidedly warty specimens.
There is plenty to keep you occupied once you've found your favourite pumpkin, with woodland paths, Highland cattle, and a woodland trail; twilight sessions offer a rather different experience, with candlelit paths and pumpkins glowing as the light fades.
Seasonal refreshments round things off nicely, making this a good one to build into an autumn day around Nairn, Inverness or the Moray Firth rather than simply making a flying visit for a pumpkin.
Address: Cawdor Patch, Cawdor, Nairn IV12 5XP
Website: https://www.cawdorpatch.com/tickets-booking
Price: £7
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2. Davochfin Farm Pumpkin Patch, Dornoch
16–25 October 2026
For a pumpkin-picking outing in the far north, Davochfin Farm is one to know. Just outside Dornoch, it offers a seasonal alternative to the larger patches further south and makes a particularly easy addition to an autumn road trip along the east coast of the Highlands.
The farm runs three daily time slots, with advance online booking recommended. Its relatively short opening window means you'll want to plan around it if you're travelling any distance, but for those already exploring Sutherland, it's a fun excuse to stop and embrace the season.
And once you've chosen your pumpkin, Dornoch itself is well worth lingering around, with its historic centre, broad sandy beach and handsome Highland surroundings.
Address: Davochfin Farm Cottages, Dornoch IV25 3RW
Website: https://www.davochfinfarm.co.uk/pumpkin-patch/
Price: £5
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3. Glen Nevis, Fort William
24–25 October 2026
If you're around Fort William that weekend, Glen Nevis makes a rather dramatic setting for a spot of autumn pumpkin picking, with the dramatic Highland scenery providing a suitably impressive backdrop.
The patch is open for one weekend at Glen Nevis Restaurant, with pumpkins to pick, garden games, a fire pit, indoor crafts and seasonal bakes. In other words, there's plenty to do once you've found the pumpkin you're taking home.
Address: The Field, Glen Nevis Restaurant, Fort William, PH33 6SX
Website: https://glen-nevis-experiences.square.site/s/shop
Price: £10+
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4. Loch Ness Pumpkins at Corrimony Farm, Glenurquhart
17, 18 and 24 October 2026
Just beyond Drumnadrochit, in the countryside of Glenurquhart, Loch Ness Pumpkins has become something of an autumn fixture. Now in its seventh growing year, the farm has welcomed more than 40,000 visitors to its Highland pumpkin patch.
There is more to the outing than choosing a suitably plump pumpkin, with a pumpkin express train, sunflower maze, bale run and café among the attractions. The setting helps too, with views across the hills of Glenurquhart and towards the Affric area.
It pairs particularly well with a day around Loch Ness or an overnight stay in the Great Glen, especially if you're travelling with children who have reached their limit for scenic viewpoints.
Address: Corrimony Farm, Glenurquhart, Inverness, IV63 6TW
Website: https://corrimonyfarm.co.uk/loch-ness-pumpkins
Price: £7.34
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5. Pumpkins at the Park, Aviemore
25, 31 October and 1 November 2026
Situated beside the entrance to Highland Wildlife Park, Pumpkins at the Park is a new addition to the autumn calendar around Aviemore. There are pumpkins to pick, themed photo opportunities, a spooky children's trail and farmyard play, plus a kiosk serving hot drinks and sweet treats when you've had enough of the outdoors.
Pumpkins are priced separately according to size, so whether you're after a neat little squash or something considerably more substantial, you can choose your own.
Address: WHP, Kincraig, Kingussie, PH21 1NL
Website: https://www.highlandwildlifepark.org.uk/events-experiences/events/pumpkins-park
Price: £4
Perthshire
6. Cultybraggan Farm, Perthshire
Weekends from 10 October
Tucked into the Perthshire countryside near Comrie, Cultybraggan Farm is a lovely spot for a proper autumn afternoon, with fields of pumpkins to wander through and plenty of choice when it comes to finding your perfect one.
From tiny pumpkins destined for a spooky doorstep display to hefty ‘big monsters’ that mean business, there are five sizes to choose from, ranging from £1.50 to £14.
Free wheelbarrows are provided, which is just as well if you have your eye on one of the larger specimens!
Hot drinks and snacks are on hand for a warming pit stop afterwards, and well-behaved dogs are welcome on leads too, so the whole family can get involved.
Booking is essential, and the farm goes ahead whatever the weather, making wellies and a decent waterproof a sensible choice after a spell of Scottish rain.
There’s free on-site parking and toilet facilities, including baby changing, although the pumpkin fields have some tricky access, so it’s worth contacting the farm in advance if you have specific accessibility requirements.
Address: Cuktybraggan Farm, Comrie, PH6 2HX
Website: https://cultybragganfarm.com/pumpkin-picking
Price: £10
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7. Broadslap Fruit Farm, Perthshire
7–31 October 2026
A working fruit farm in the Perthshire countryside, Broadslap is a good choice if you'd rather your pumpkin picking came with a proper dose of rural Scotland. Near Dunning, between Perth and Auchterarder, it's well placed for an autumn day out or a handy stop on the way towards the Highlands.
Book a time slot, head into the field and choose your pumpkin, then pay for your haul on the day. The farm shop is worth a browse afterwards, especially if you like the idea of coming home with more than one seasonal vegetable.
It's a straightforward pick-your-own experience rather than a full-blown Halloween festival, which is part of its appeal. Come for the pumpkins, stay for the farm shop.
Address: Broadslap Farm Shop and Café, Perth, PH2 0QX
Website: https://broadslapfruitfarm.co.uk/pick-your-own-pumpkins/
Price: free entry
The Trossachs & Loch Lomond
8. Arnprior Farm Pumpkin Festival, Stirlingshire
10–26 October 2026
Arnprior Farm is one of Scotland's best-known pumpkin festivals, around 40 minutes from Glasgow and well placed for a day out in the Trossachs. What began in 2015 with just 300 pumpkin plants has grown into a sizeable autumn event, spreading across 16 acres and attracting tens of thousands of visitors.
And picking your pumpkin is only the beginning. Kale mazes, a bale mountain, quad pods, chainsaw carving, a pumpkin cannon, and food stalls add to the festival atmosphere, with craft stalls and a gin bar rounding it out.
The farm is dog-friendly, and tickets are sold per car, with some of the admission cost redeemable against a pumpkin. Sessions can be popular, so book ahead.
Address: Arnprior Farm, Stirling, FK8 3HA
Website: https://arnpriorfarm.com/see/pumpkins
Price: £14.90 per car
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9. Loch Lomond Scary Trail and Pumpkin Patch, Luss
2 October–1 November 2026
Set in woodland near Luss on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, this is one for anyone who likes their pumpkin picking with a little Halloween mischief thrown in, with woodland trails, puzzles and spooky encounters before arriving at the pumpkin patch to choose what to take home.
A family ticket for four costs £38 and includes two pumpkins. Afterwards, there's plenty of reason to linger around Luss, from the historic village and lochside walks to the views across Loch Lomond.
Address: Luss South Car Park, Loch Lomond, G83 8NX
Website: https://www.lochlomondfaerietrail.com/
Price: £10
Angus & Northeast
10. Glamis Castle Pumpkin Patch, Angus
4–26 October 2026
For a pumpkin-picking trip near Dundee with a little more grandeur, Glamis Castle makes a particularly good backdrop. The castle grounds host an autumn event with pumpkins to pick and a trail of characterful scarecrows to discover along the way.
A Halloween-themed bouncy castle adds another activity for younger visitors, while the combination of outdoor fun and the castle's impressive surroundings makes this an easy one to fold into a wider day around Angus or Dundee.
Address: Glamis Castle Gardens, Angus, DD8 1RJ
Website: https://www.glamis-castle.co.uk/event/halloween-activities/
Price: £9.50
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11. Ethiebeaton Farm Pumpkin Patch, Angus
10–18 and 22–25 October 2026
Just outside Dundee, Ethiebeaton Farm offers a simple autumn outing with plenty of pumpkins to choose from, along with photo spots and food trucks to keep everyone fed once the important business of pumpkin selection is complete.
It's a useful option if you're exploring Dundee or the Angus coast and want to add a little seasonal fun to the day without venturing too far from the city.
Address: Ethiebeaton Farm, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 3RB
Website: http://www.mcdonaldagri.co.uk/
Price: Free entry
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12. Westerton Farm, Aberdeenshire
9–25 October 2026
Westerton Farm's annual pumpkin event has become an established fixture in the Aberdeenshire autumn calendar.
Set in the countryside between Aberdeen and Dundee, the family-run farm turns pumpkin picking into a proper half-day outing, with a bale maze, a barn full of activities for children, and a café and farm shop that offer a welcome chance to warm up and refuel.
With separate play areas for younger children and older visitors, it's particularly handy for families with children of different ages.
Address: Westerton Farm, Westerton of Pitarrow, Laurencekirk, AB30 1RT
Website: https://westertonfarm.co.uk/events-and-bookings/#pumpkins
Price: from £5.50
East Lothian, Dumfries & Borders
13. Balgone Pumpkin Patch, near North Berwick
16–18, 23–25 and 30–31 October 2026
If you're planning an autumn escape to the East Lothian coast, Balgone makes a good excuse to swap the beach for a pumpkin patch for a few hours. The event takes place across an eight-acre patch at Balgone Estate, with a haunted trail around Balgone Lakes, food traders, the Herd Café and Balgone BBQ.
Tickets are priced per car or walking group, with pumpkins purchased separately. Given the setting, it's easy to make a full day of it: pick your pumpkin, refuel at the estate and then head towards North Berwick for a bracing walk along the beach.
Address: Balgone Estate, North Berwick, East Lothian, EH395NY
Website: https://www.balgoneestate.co.uk/pumpkin-patch
Price: £18 per car/group of five
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14. Clackmae Farm Pumpkin Patch, Scottish Borders
Selected dates, 7–31 October 2026
With more than 5,000 pumpkins and over 70 varieties to choose from, Clackmae Farm is not short of options. Expect everything from traditional orange pumpkins to more unusual shapes and colours, with a maize maze and photo spots adding to the autumn outing.
There are also pumpkin-carving workshops in the barn, so you can turn your chosen pumpkin into something suitably Halloween-ish before heading home. It's a good option for families who want to spend a few hours rather than simply pick a pumpkin and leave.
Address: Clackmae, Clackmae Farm, Earlston, TD46AJ
Website: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/clackmae-farm/pumpkin-picking-clackmae-2026
Price: £17.69
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15. Ernespie Farm Pumpkin Patch, Castle Douglas
10–31 October 2026 and select late-night sessions
For those in Dumfries and Galloway, Ernespie Farm is the southernmost addition to this pumpkin picking list. Near Castle Douglas, the working farm is already a destination for families, with indoor and outdoor play facilities, farm activities and a café.
Come October, the pumpkin patch gives you another reason to visit. It's an easy addition to a family break in the south-west, with plenty of countryside around Castle Douglas to explore once you've loaded your pumpkin into the car.
Address: Ernespie Farm, Old Military Rd, Castle Douglas, DG7 3JG
Website: https://shop.beyonk.com/woc4g2ph/experiences/nsoqk8x3?group=experiences
Price: £11
