Shirley Pumpkins, at Shirley Hall Farm near Ashbourne in Derbyshire, is a pick-your-own pumpkin patch on a working farm in the Derbyshire Dales. You pick your own from the field, choosing from a range of weird and wonderful varieties, with wheelbarrows provided. (Note: this is Shirley near Ashbourne in Derbyshire, not Shirley in Solihull.)
About Shirley Pumpkins
Shirley Pumpkins runs from Shirley Hall Farm, on Derby Lane in the village of Shirley, near Ashbourne, in the Derbyshire Dales. It is a family pick-your-own pumpkin patch on a working farm, with farm animals and photo spots.
Pumpkin Picking at Shirley Pumpkins
You pick your own pumpkins from the field, with wheelbarrows provided, choosing from a range of varieties, shapes and sizes. It is run mainly through its Facebook page, with photo spots and refreshments such as doughnuts on busier days. No booking is required, and it is reported to be dog-friendly.
Opening Times & Prices
The patch runs on October weekends and through half-term (in 2025 on 4 to 5, 11 to 12 and 18 to 19 October, then 25 to 31 October, 10am to 4pm). The exact dates and current prices for the coming season had not been confirmed at the time of writing, so check the farm’s Facebook page before travelling.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: Shirley Hall Farm, Derby Lane, Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3AT (Shirley near Ashbourne, not Solihull).
- Booking: no booking required (walk-in).
- Dogs: reported to be dog-friendly; check the farm’s Facebook page.
Contact
Address: Shirley Hall Farm, Derby Lane, Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3AT
Facebook: Shirley Pumpkins
The patch is run mainly through its Facebook page; check there for the current dates and prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this in Solihull or Derbyshire?
It is at Shirley near Ashbourne, in Derbyshire (DE6 3AT), not Shirley in Solihull. Use the Derbyshire address and postcode to find it.
Do I need to book?
No booking is required; it is walk-in. Check the farm’s Facebook page for the current dates and prices.
Map
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