Four Winds Farm, near Bidborough on the edge of Royal Tunbridge Wells, runs a genuine pick-your-own pumpkin patch each October, branded “Country Pumpkins”. One important thing to know up front: the pumpkin field is at a separate location a few miles away, at Poundsbridge Hill, Fordcombe (TN3 0RL), rather than at the main farm, and entry is by a pre-booked vehicle pass. It is a popular family outing in the Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge area.
About Four Winds Farm
Four Winds Farm is a working family farm near Bidborough, run by Pierson Agriculture, that opens to the public for a handful of ticketed seasonal events through the year: a lambing weekend in spring, a sunflower trail in summer, and the pick-your-own pumpkins in autumn. The pumpkins are grown on the farm, and the autumn event combines the patch with family activities, making it a proper day out rather than a quick stop.
Pumpkin Picking at Four Winds Farm
This is a genuine pick-your-own: you head into the field and choose your own pumpkins, grown on site in a good range of colours and sizes. Entry works through a pre-booked vehicle pass, booked online in advance, rather than a simple walk-in, so it pays to plan ahead. It is a working farm, so wellies are a sensible idea, especially after rain.
Things to Do on the Day
- Pick-your-own pumpkins from the field
- Scarecrow trail
- Face painting
- Have-a-go pedal tractors
- Refreshments kiosk with cakes and drinks
Opening Times & Prices
The pumpkin event runs across the second half of October, typically the two weekends and the run-up to Halloween (in 2024 it ran on 19 to 20 October and 26 to 31 October). Entry is by a pre-booked vehicle pass through the farm’s online booking system, and the dates for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing, so check the farm’s Facebook page and booking page closer to the time.
Pumpkins are paid for individually by size (from around £2.50 each in 2024), with a vehicle pass as the entry mechanism; prices for the coming season may differ, so check when booking opens.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Pumpkin field location: the pick-your-own field is at Poundsbridge Hill, Fordcombe, TN3 0RL, which is a different address from the main farm, so use this postcode when you travel for pumpkins.
- Booking: entry is by a pre-booked vehicle pass via the farm’s online booking system; walk-ins may not be possible.
- What to wear: it is a working farm, so wellies or sturdy boots are recommended.
- Dogs: the farm’s dog policy varies by event, and we have not been able to confirm it for the pumpkin event, so check before bringing a dog.
Contact
Pumpkin field: Poundsbridge Hill, Fordcombe, TN3 0RL (main farm: Penshurst Road, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0LL)
Booking: buytickets.at/fourwindsfarm
Facebook: @farmfourwinds
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the pumpkin patch?
The pick-your-own field is at Poundsbridge Hill, Fordcombe, TN3 0RL, which is a few miles from the main farm address. Use the TN3 0RL postcode when you set off for pumpkins.
Do I need to book?
Yes. Entry is by a pre-booked vehicle pass through the farm’s online booking system, so book ahead rather than turning up on the day.
When is it open?
It runs across the second half of October, usually the two weekends and the days up to Halloween. The exact dates for the coming season are published on the farm’s Facebook and booking pages closer to the time.
Map
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