The nights are drawing in and the temperatures are dropping, it won’t be long until pumpkins are adorning the doorsteps around Portsmouth.
Fortunately there are a number of great places to visit in the local area to pick up a pumpkin and make a day of it. Whether you are looking to take the whole family and need activities to entertain the kids or if you are after a simpler affair and just want to pick up a pumpkin from a rustic setting, there is something for everyone.
From established annual events to first time pumpkin patches here are the best places to go in the Portsmouth area:
5. Hollam Nurseries
Hollam Nurseries, 348 Titchfield Road, Fareham will be holding its pick your own pumpkin event in the run up to Halloween. It will be open on October 17 and 18 before reopening everyday from October 24 to 31. | Adobe Stock Photo: Adobe Stock
6. Durleighmarsh Farm
Durleighmarsh Farm in Petersfield will be offering people the chance to pick their own pumpkins as well offering autumn photo displays to grab a selfie. It is running from October 17 and 31. Photo: National World | National World
7. Droxford Pumpkin Patch
Droxford Pumpkin Patch will be hosting fun for all of the family with a broomstick academy and a mischievous pet rescue. It is running from October 23 until October 31. (generic photo: Adobe Stock) | Adobe Stock
8. Portsmouth Pumpkin Patch
New this year is the Portsmouth pumpkin patch which is based just off the Eastern Road in Farlington. With free entry the pumpkin patch will open on Saturday, October 17. | National World Resell Photo: Habibur Rahman