Pick Your Own Pumpkins: The Brockbushes Pumpkin Experience

3 & 4 | 10 & 11 | 16 - 31 October 2026 | Brocksbushes

Every October, families from across Northumberland, Newcastle, and the wider North East join us at Brocksbushes for a pumpkin-picking day out like no other. Whether it’s your first time or an annual tradition, here’s everything you can look forward to this autumn:

MORE Photo Opportunities than ever before!
From a new witches area to our revamped famous pumpkin house & 'Little Brocks' Pumpkin Patch – everywhere you turn will be Insta-worthy. PLUS, a brand new monster Pumpkin castle is coming for 2026 - watch the space!

Carving is BACK!
Pumpkin carving is returning again for 2026! Pick your perfect pumpkin in the field, then roll up your sleeves and get creative in our carving tent. Carving kits can be purchased at an additional cost.

Our Family Ticket!
Entry tickets are £3.50 per person (ages 3+), but we’re also offering a Family Ticket for just £12 – valid for up to 5 people.

Toddler Days in the Patch
From Monday 19th until Thursday 22nd October, bring along your mini ones to enjoy a quieter environment whilst the big kids are still at school!

Explore the new Baby Brocks Pumpkin Patch and dedicated activities from 10am until 2pm each day.

Introducing WOOF WEEKENDS and returning WOOF Wednesdays!
Yes you heard that right!

The all new WOOF WEEKEND will be on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th only.

WOOF Wednesday returns Wednesday 21st and 28th October only.

These days will be dedicated dog-friendly days in the patch! All we ask is that you keep dogs on leads at all times, and clear up after your dogs using the bins provided.

A Feast of food & drink
Fuel your fun with an incredible line-up of local food & drink vendors:

Brocksbushes Bites - serving our delicious homemade food, sweet treats, drinks and more
Fire & Dough – wood-fired pizzas fresh from the oven
The Street Diner - Serving tasty fried chicken
Churro Van – warm, sugary, and perfectly dunkable!
Shake & Sip - drinks & cocktails!

Rides, Attractions and Autumn FUN!
It’s not just pumpkin picking — it’s a full family day out in Northumberland!

We have some fun surprises & entertainment planned - watch the space as more will be revealed!

Halloween themed face painting* available

Our Pumpkin Carnival returns with rides & inflatables* for all the family

Marshmallow toasting!

*Carnival Rides & face painting will operate on a pay as you go basis.

'Twilight' Sessions are BACK!
We’re hosting a couple of magical Pumpkin Twilight Sessions – think live music, tasty street food, seasonal cocktails & mocktails, and twinkling lights under the stars among the pumpkin patch.

Twilight sessions will run on Friday 16th and Friday 23rd October only until 8pm.

Our 2026 Pumpkins
This year our farm team have planted over 155,000 pumpkins of various shapes, sizes and colours, all of which are edible as well as decorative.
Varieties include Flatso (flat with big ridges), Hoargarth (super warty) and One Too Many (animal print style patterned skin), as well as the Crown Prince (blue/grey), Mellow Yellow, Polar Bear (white) and Big Loretta (a big orange classic!)

Why Families in Northumberland Love Brocksbushes Pumpkin Experience
155,000 pumpkins to choose from – in all shapes, sizes, and colours.
Family-friendly activities – from carving tents to photo ops.
Easy access from Newcastle, Hexham, Durham and Cumbria – making us the go-to pumpkin patch in the North East.
Perfect photo opportunities – capture your family tradition year after year.

T: 01434 633100
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