It’s almost 31 October, which years ago meant time to carve a turnip but these days means pumpkin carving and trick or treating instead of guising.
If you’re looking for a place to pick pumpkins, which is an ideal way to spend a family day out, there are plenty of farms in Scotland that offer this.
From dog-friendly patches near Glasgow to further afield, here are some of the best Scottish pumpkin patches to visit this autumn.
1. Cairnie Fruit Farm, Cupar
The pumpkin patch opens on 10 October and visits must be booked in advance - either a morning (10am to 12.30pm) or an afternoon slot (1pm to 3.30pm) and there's a £1.50 entry fee. You can turn up any time in your booking slot and pay for pumpkins picked. Photo: Picture: Cairnie Fruit Farm Facebook
2. Arnprior, Stirling
Arnprior was one of the first Scottish farms to open a pick your own pumpkin patch way back in 2015. Tickets for pumpkin picking are on sale now, priced at £14.90 per car. 2026 dates: 10-26 October over three sessions - 9.00am-11-30am; 12pm-2.30pm and 3pm-5.30pm. Times on 22 and 23 October are: 12.2.20pm, 3-5.30pm and 6-8.30pm After school sessions will run from 26-30 October and if you want to visit for the farm’s annual date night, this is taking place on Saturday 24 October. Tickets are priced at £14.90 per car (with £5 redeemable on a pumpkin), and are on sale now. Photo: Picture: Arnprior
3. Balgone Estate, East Lothian
This family run farm, located on the outskirts of North Berwick, is the newest addition to Scotland's pumpkin picking experiences. Not only do they have a pick your own pumpkin patch but there's also a pumpkin trail, which promises a lakeside adventure with lots of spooky characters to look out for along the way. Cars, with up to five people, are £18 and the ticket price includes access to the patch, spooky trail and catering village. 2026 Dates: 10-31 October | Katielee Arrowsmith / SWNS
4. Craigie's, South Queensferry
Craigie's is another farm that specialises in all kinds of pick your own fruit and veg. Entry vouchers can be bought online now, ahead of a visit and exchanged for a basket and a map. Staff will then guide visitors to the best field. Tickets are from £4 for quiet sessions and £7.50. 2026 dates: 1-9 October is for PYO pumpkins only, and are billed as quieter times. Visitors can visit the farm, pick pumpkins and take some pictures in the ‘calm autumn atmosphere.’ 10 – 31 October is when the fun really starts, with activities and seasonal surprises along the way. | SWNS