Devon Pumpkin Picking is a true pick-your-own with a field at Bickington, near Newton Abbot in Devon, and a second site at Paignton. You pick your own from 20 varieties grown on site, with free entry and a daily “golden pumpkin” giveaway. There are food vendors and photo spots, making it an easy family outing.
About Devon Pumpkin Picking
Devon Pumpkin Picking is an independent operation growing 20 varieties of pumpkin on site. It runs two patches: the main one at Bickington, near Newton Abbot, and a second at Brixham Road, Paignton.
Pumpkin Picking at Devon Pumpkin Picking
You pick your own pumpkins straight from the field, choosing from 20 varieties grown on site. Entry is free and there is no booking required. There is a daily golden-pumpkin giveaway competition, food vendors and photo spots. Dogs are not allowed in the patch.
Opening Times & Prices
2026 dates: opens Sun 18 October, runs to Sat 31 October; Bickington (Newton Abbot): 18 Oct, then daily 25 to 31 Oct; Paignton: daily 18 to 31 Oct; 10am to 4pm; walk-in; entry free entry (as published by the farm, checked Sat 22 August; source).
The patches run in the second half of October (in 2025, the Newton Abbot site from 18 October and 25 to 31 October; the Paignton site 18 to 31 October), 10am to 4pm. Entry is free and you pay only for the pumpkins you pick. The exact dates and prices for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing, so check the website or Facebook page.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6LH (second site at Brixham Road, Paignton, TQ4 7BQ).
- Booking: no booking required (walk-in).
- Dogs: not allowed in the patch.
- Facilities: food vendors, photo spots, golden-pumpkin giveaway.
Contact
Address: Bickington, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6LH
Phone: 07783 417192
Email: hello@devonpumpkinpicking.com
Website: devonpumpkinpicking.com
Facebook: @devonpumpkinpicking
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an entry fee?
No, entry is free and you pay only for the pumpkins you pick from the field.
Is there more than one site?
Yes, there is a main patch at Bickington near Newton Abbot and a second at Brixham Road, Paignton.
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