Farmer Freeman at Buxhall Farm, Histon, near Cambridge, is a family farm that sows its own pumpkins from seed and opens a genuine pick-your-own patch each October. You pick your own from the field and pay per pumpkin, with free entry, plus homemade cakes, potatoes, eggs and local honey. It is a down-to-earth, walk-in pick-your-own just north of Cambridge.
About Farmer Freeman (Buxhall Farm)
Farmer Freeman runs Buxhall Farm at Mill Lane, Histon, sowing its own pumpkins from seed in late spring for an October pick-your-own, alongside potatoes, eggs, local honey and homemade cakes.
Pumpkin Picking at Farmer Freeman
You pick your own from the homegrown field, with free entry and pay only for what you pick: decorative gourds from 50p, edible varieties from £2, and others from £1, measured through a hole table. No booking is required, and dogs on leads are welcome. The farmer posts daily updates on Facebook if the field is closed due to weather.
Opening Times & Prices
The patch runs in October, generally 10am to 4pm daily. Entry is free and you pay per pumpkin by size and type. No booking is required. The exact dates for the coming season had not been confirmed at the time of writing, so check the farm’s Facebook page before travelling, as the field can close in wet weather.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Buxhall Farm, Mill Lane, Histon, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9HW.
- Booking: no booking required; check Facebook in case the field is closed due to weather.
- Parking: on the field (weather permitting); no parking in the yard.
- Dogs: dogs on leads are welcome.
Contact
Address: Buxhall Farm, Mill Lane, Histon, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9HW
Phone: +44 7718 755768
Email: freeman.manselfarm@gmail.com
Website: farmerfreeman.uk
Facebook: Farmer Freeman
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an entry fee?
No, entry is free and you pay per pumpkin (gourds from 50p, edible varieties from £2). The pumpkins are sown from seed on the farm.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, dogs on leads are welcome. Check the farm’s Facebook page before visiting in case the field is closed due to wet weather.