Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park, near Winslow in Buckinghamshire, runs a themed Halloween event each October half-term where children visit the farm’s pumpkin patch in the orchard to choose a pumpkin and then decorate it. It sits within a day out at the wildlife park, with rare-breed animals and play, so it is more of a family Halloween experience than a pick-from-the-field patch.
About Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
Hogshaw is a wildlife park and rare-breeds farm at Hogshaw, open most of the year with animals, play areas and seasonal events. During October half-term it adds a Halloween pumpkin experience to the day, and it runs a Christmas market later in the year.
The Pumpkin Experience at Hogshaw
As part of its Halloween event, visitors head to the farm’s pumpkin patch in the orchard to select a pumpkin, then decorate it in a themed session. The pumpkins are grown on the farm. It is part of a wider day at the wildlife park rather than a standalone pick-your-own field, so general park admission applies, with the pumpkin activity carrying an extra charge.
Things to Do on the Day
- Choose a pumpkin from the orchard patch and decorate it (Halloween half-term)
- Rare-breed and farm animals to see
- Play areas
- A Christmas market later in the year
Opening Times & Prices
2026 dates: opens Sat 24 October, runs to Sat 31 October; 24 to 31 October 2026 (Hogshaw School of Witchcraft & Wizardry / Halloween event); timed tickets, book ahead; entry Adult £15.95, Child £17.95, Toddler £8.97, Under 1 free, Disabled + Carer £17.95; discounted 'Halloween Passport' tickets for members (as published by the farm, checked Sat 22 August; source).
The pumpkin experience runs during October half-term (in 2024 it ran roughly from 24 October to 1 November). The park is generally open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5:30pm, and daily during school holidays, with last entry around 4pm. Park admission has been around £10.95 to £15.95 per person (cheaper booked online), with the pumpkin activity an extra charge. Booking online is recommended. The dates and prices for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park, Claydon Road, Hogshaw, Buckinghamshire, MK18 3LA.
- Booking: booking online is recommended (and cheaper than the gate).
- Parking: free car park.
- Dogs: dogs are not permitted (assistance dogs excepted).
- Payment: the park is cashless (card or mobile only).
Contact
Address: Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park, Claydon Road, Hogshaw, Buckinghamshire, MK18 3LA
Phone: +44 1296 670444
Email: info@hogshawfarm.co.uk
Website: hogshawfarm.co.uk
Facebook: @HogshawFarm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a pick-your-own field?
Not a standalone one. As part of the Halloween event, children visit the farm’s orchard pumpkin patch to choose a pumpkin and decorate it, within a day out at the wildlife park.
Do I need to book?
Booking online is recommended and is cheaper than paying at the gate. Check the park’s website for the current half-term dates and prices.
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