West Town Farm at Ide, just outside Exeter in Devon, is an organic working farm that runs a pumpkin-picking event over a couple of October weekends. You choose from a range of organic pumpkin and squash varieties, with a barrel train, a spooky trail, carving and farm activities. It is a more rustic, authentic farm day out, and tickets tend to sell out fast.
About West Town Farm
West Town Farm is an organic, regenerative working farm at Ide, about two miles south-west of Exeter in Devon. Each October it opens for a pumpkin-picking event over a small number of dates.
Pumpkin Picking at West Town Farm
You choose from a range of organic pumpkin and squash varieties grown on the farm. Entry is by a pre-booked ticket, with the pumpkins paid for separately. Alongside the pumpkins there is a barrel train, a scavenger hunt, a spooky trail, pumpkin carving, face painting, tractor and trailer rides, food and drink and a farm shop. As a small, popular event, the dates sell out quickly.
Opening Times & Prices
The event runs on just a couple of weekend dates in late October (in 2025, around 25 to 28 October), with timed entry slots. Entry is by a pre-booked ticket (around £3 for adults and £1.50 for children in 2025, under-3s free), with the pumpkins paid for separately. Tickets sell out fast, so book early. The exact dates for the coming season had not been published at the time of writing, so check the farm’s website.
Getting There & Visitor Information
- Location: West Town Farm, Ide, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9TG.
- Booking: advance tickets required (they sell out fast).
- Facilities: barrel train, spooky trail, carving, face painting, tractor rides, food and drink, farm shop.
Contact
Address: West Town Farm, Ide, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9TG
Phone: 07545 502025
Email: hello@westtownfarm.co.uk
Website: westtownfarm.co.uk
Facebook: @westtownfarm
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book?
Yes, entry is by a pre-booked ticket and the event sells out quickly, so book early. The pumpkins are paid for separately.
Is it organic?
Yes, West Town Farm is an organic, regenerative working farm and the pumpkins are grown organically.
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