Saffery Farm is a small, friendly pick-your-own pumpkin patch at Selling, near Faversham in Kent, run by a grower who has been raising pumpkins here for around 35 years. It opens its field to the public for a short window each October for straightforward, free-entry pick-your-own, with pumpkins, squash and gourds to choose from. It is an unfussy patch rather than a big themed attraction, and it is worth checking its Facebook page before you go, as dates can change.
About Saffery Farm
Saffery Farm is a working farm in the village of Selling, a few miles south of Faversham, run by a local grower (known to regulars as Farmer Fridd) who has decades of pumpkin growing behind him, now with his daughter involved too. The farm does not have its own website, so its Facebook page is the place to check for opening dates and any last-minute changes. It is a genuine, down-to-earth pick-your-own.
Pumpkin Picking at Saffery Farm
This is a true pick-your-own: you walk the field and select your own pumpkins, with squash and gourds in the mix as well, in a range of shapes and sizes. It is described as a small but well-kept patch rather than a large commercial operation, which suits a quick, relaxed visit. It is open farmland, so wellies and a sturdy bag are well worth bringing.
Things to Do on the Day
- Pick-your-own pumpkins, squash and gourds from the field
- A stall with local produce and hot drinks, biscuits and cakes
- Modest autumn decorations and hay bales for photos
It is a simple patch, so do not expect extras like face painting or craft activities; the focus is the pumpkins themselves.
Opening Times & Prices
The farm opens for a short window in October, around half-term (in 2025 it ran from 18 to 26 October). The farm advises checking its Facebook page right before visiting, as it can close at short notice. The dates for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing.
Entry is free and pumpkins are priced by size from around £1, so you pay only for what you pick, with no booking required. We have not been able to confirm whether there is a parking charge, so it is worth checking on the farm’s Facebook page before you go.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Owens Court Road, Selling, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9QN, about 4 miles south of Faversham and roughly 10 miles west of Canterbury, accessed via a track in the village of Selling.
- Booking: no booking required.
- Parking: parking on site (any charge is best checked on the farm’s Facebook page).
- Dogs: dogs are not allowed, as it is a working farm.
- Payment: cash is preferred, so bring some with you.
Contact
Address: Owens Court Road, Selling, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9QN
Facebook: Saffery Farm Pick Your Own Pumpkins
The farm has no separate website or listed phone number; its Facebook page is the place to check dates and updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is it open?
It opens for a short window in October, around half-term. The farm can close at short notice, so check its Facebook page right before you travel.
How much does it cost?
Entry is free and pumpkins are priced by size from around £1, so you pay only for what you pick. Cash is preferred.
Are dogs allowed?
No, dogs are not allowed, as it is a working farm.
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