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Pumpkin Village · Autumn 2026
Plan your Pumpkin Village visit
Make a day of it.
Tickets, opening times and the little things worth knowing before your autumn adventure.
Plan your autumn adventure
Your autumn diary
Pumpkin Village 2026 opening dates
Pumpkin Village opens on selected dates from Saturday 26 September to Sunday 1 November 2026. Here is the daytime season at a glance:
September
26-27Saturday - Sunday
October
2-4Friday - Sunday
9-11Friday - Sunday
16-31Open every day
November
1Sunday
Some dates include special dog-friendly or SEN sessions alongside standard admission. Choose your date on the official booking calendar to see the available session type and time.
Essex October half term: Essex County Council lists Monday 26 to Friday 30 October 2026 for community and voluntary controlled schools. Pumpkin Village is open every day across that week. Academy and individual school dates can vary.
Special 2026 sessions
- SEN sessions: 4 and 9 October, 10am-12pm.
- Dog-friendly sessions: 26 and 27 September and 10 October all day; 17 October, 3pm-5pm; 27 and 29 October, 10am-12pm. See the dog-friendly guide.
A calmer visit
SEN-friendly Pumpkin Village sessions
Dedicated SEN sessions are designed to provide a calmer, more relaxed Pumpkin Village experience for families who need it, with limited capacity for a more comfortable visit.
For 2026, SEN sessions are shown on Sunday 4 October and Friday 9 October from 10am-12pm, with standard sessions also available on those dates.
Plan an accessible visitA little planning, a lot of fun
Prices & tickets
Choose a visit that suits your family, then get ready to explore everything waiting in the village.
Under 2's go free
Children under 2 are admitted free.
Pick your favourite
Pumpkins are sold separately from admission.
Coming as a group?
Group savings are available for parties of 20 or more.
Your Pumpkin Village ticket does not include admission to Marsh Farm. Check current prices, dates and ticket conditions before booking.
The official booking page is the final source for live availability, ticket conditions and the total price, including any booking fee shown before payment.
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Find Pumpkin Village near Chelmsford
Pumpkin Village is next door to Marsh Farm in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex, making it a convenient pumpkin-picking destination for Chelmsford, Wickford, Basildon and the surrounding area.
Marsh FarmMarsh Farm Road
South Woodham Ferrers
Chelmsford, Essex
CM3 5WP
By car
Marsh Farm’s published directions place the venue around 30 minutes from the M25/A12 junction, with the A127, A130 and A1245 all leading towards South Woodham Ferrers. Use CM3 5WP for sat-nav and follow the event entrance instructions supplied with your booking.
By train
South Woodham Ferrers station is on the Wickford/Southminster line. Marsh Farm advises that the venue is about a 20-minute walk from the station; passengers travelling from London or Southend can change at Wickford.
By bus
Marsh Farm advises that the nearest stop is on Inchbonnie Road, a short walk from Marsh Farm Road, with local services connecting from areas including Chelmsford, Wickford and Basildon.
Arrive ready to explore
Park up. Let the fun begin.
Free on-site parkingOne less thing to plan for your day out
Parking is available on site and is free for visitors.
Good to know
A few questions before you go
Are pumpkins included in the ticket price?
No. Pumpkins are sold separately from admission.
Do children under 2 need to pay?
No. Children under 2 are admitted free.
Is parking free?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available for Pumpkin Village visitors.
Can I pay by cash?
No. Pumpkin Village is cashless and accepts major cards and contactless payments.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, on designated dog-friendly sessions. The 2026 schedule shows 26 and 27 September and 10 October as all-day dog-friendly dates, 17 October from 3pm-5pm, and 27 and 29 October from 10am-12pm. See the dog-friendly pumpkin picking guide for the daytime dates and Dog Nights together.
Are there dog-friendly Pumpkin Village Nights?
Yes. The 2026 Nights calendar shows dedicated Dog Nights on 10, 17, 24 and 31 October. These are separate from the daytime dog-friendly sessions.
When are the 2026 Teen Nights?
Teen Nights are shown on Friday 9 October and Friday 23 October. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Do you offer SEN sessions?
Yes. The 2026 schedule shows SEN sessions on 4 and 9 October from 10am-12pm, with standard sessions also available on those dates.
Is there food available?
Yes. Food, drinks and seasonal treats are available in the village, including the Pumpkin Snack Shack.
How much do pumpkins cost?
Pumpkins are sold separately from admission. Prices are set once the seasonal delivery arrives, so there is no fixed pumpkin price list in advance; current prices will be displayed at the event.
Does my ticket include entry to Marsh Farm?
No. Pumpkin Village is a separate ticketed experience and does not include Marsh Farm admission unless a separate combined product is explicitly offered.
What time should I arrive?
Session times vary by date. Choose the date and session shown on the live booking calendar and follow the arrival information in your booking confirmation.
How long should we allow?
There is no single fixed visit length published on the current site. Allow time for choosing pumpkins, activities, food and photos, and check your booking confirmation for any session-specific limits.
What happens if it rains?
Dress for the weather. The official booking guidance recommends wellies if it has rained in the days before your visit.
Is Pumpkin Village open during October half term?
Yes. Pumpkin Village is open every day from 16 to 31 October 2026. Essex County Council lists 26-30 October as the autumn half-term week for community and voluntary controlled schools, although academy and individual school dates can vary.
Are toilets and baby-changing facilities available?
Yes. Toilets are available within Pumpkin Village, including baby-changing facilities and a disabled toilet.
What accessibility help is available?
See the accessibility page for current information and contact the team before your visit if you need to confirm surfaces, routes, parking, toilets or activity access.
Are rides included?
No. There are no rides as part of daytime Pumpkin Village. Marsh Farm rides are only available as an optional paid add-on for selected Pumpkin Village Nights.
Is food allergen information available?
Ask the food team for current allergen information before ordering. Menus and ingredients can change, so do not rely on older seasonal information.
Are there booking fees?
The live booking page shows the current ticket total and any applicable booking fee before payment. Check that total before completing your purchase.
Can I change or cancel my ticket?
Read the event-specific conditions shown by the official ticket provider and contact the team if you need help with a change, cancellation or refund.