Almond Valley at Livingston, in West Lothian, runs a pumpkin patch each October as part of its heritage farm and museum. The patch is set up under cover in a barn, with pumpkins among the straw, so you take a wheelbarrow and choose your own without needing wellies. With farm animals, tractor rides and play areas alongside, it is an easy, all-weather family outing near Edinburgh.
About Almond Valley
Almond Valley is a heritage centre and farm museum at Livingston, with rare-breed animals, tractor rides, play areas and a museum. Each October it sets up a pumpkin patch in a barn, decorated for Halloween.
The Pumpkin Patch at Almond Valley
The pumpkin patch is under cover in a barn, with the pumpkins set among straw and seasonal decorations such as scarecrows and bale monsters. You take a wheelbarrow and choose your own, paying by size (munchkin £2, small £4, medium £6, large £8 in 2025). Access to the patch is included in standard admission, and no separate booking is required.
Opening Times & Prices
The pumpkin patch runs daily through the October school holidays, 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm). Access to the patch is included in standard admission, with the pumpkins paid for by size (from £2). No advance booking is required. The exact dates for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 7AR.
- Booking: no advance booking required; patch access is included in admission.
- Parking: free on-site parking (with EV charging).
- Dogs: dogs are not allowed on site (assistance dogs welcome).
Contact
Address: Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 7AR
Phone: +44 1506 414957
Email: info@almondvalley.co.uk
Website: almondvalley.co.uk
Facebook: @AlmondValleyHeritage
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need wellies?
No. The pumpkin patch is set up under cover in a barn, with pumpkins among the straw, so it stays dry and there is no need for wellies.
Is it included in admission?
Yes, access to the pumpkin patch is included in standard admission, with the pumpkins paid for by size (from £2). No separate booking is required.
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