Pumpkins 2026

Child picking pumpkins at Rainfords Farm with a red wheelbarrow

Rainfords Farm · October 2026

Pumpkin Picking
at Rainfords Farm

Pick your own farm-grown pumpkins, enjoy family events and make memories that last. Open every day throughout October - no booking needed, just turn up!

🎃 Open All October No Entry Fee Just Pay for What You Take Free Parking On Site Farm Grown Pumpkins
Aerial view of pumpkins growing in rows at Rainfords Farm at sunset

What makes us different

Grown Right Here.
No Mud. Just Fun.

Our pumpkins are planted and grown right here on the farm - and once Autumn arrives, they're harvested and brought over to the picking field at the barn. Not only is it mud-free, but the field is fully enclosed, making it a free-roaming, secure area where big and little ones can pumpkin-pick, run and jump to their hearts' content.

We have hay bales, outdoor seating and a marquee ready for you to get your hands dirty, scoop and carve your pumpkin masterpieces - we handle the messy stuff! Grab a wheelbarrow (children's-sized ones available too) and go exploring.

Fully Enclosed Field Mud-Free Children's Wheelbarrows Hay Bales & Seating Marquee on Site

How it Works

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Just Turn Up

No booking needed. Open 7 days a week throughout October, 10am–4pm. Free parking on site.

Colourful pumpkins in a green children's wheelbarrow at Rainfords Farm
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Grab a Wheelbarrow

Large and children's-sized wheelbarrows available. Head into the field and start choosing - pumpkins of every shape, size and colour!

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Pick Your Pumpkins

No entry fee - just pay for what you take. Size guides are in the barn. Pumpkins start from just £1.25.

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Carve, Paint & Explore

Carve or paint in the marquee, try the Whodunnit Trail, visit the barn, see the florist and grab a bite at the café.

Pumpkin Pricing

Colourful variety of pumpkins and squash at Rainfords Farm

From tiny gourds to showstopping giants — all grown right here in St Helens. Size guides are in the barn.

Gourds & Minis

Perfect for windowsills and little hands

From £1.25each

Small Pumpkins

Great for carving or painting

From £3.00each

Medium Pumpkins

The classic doorstep pumpkin

From £6.00each

Large Pumpkins

Statement pumpkins for a big display

From £12.00each

Extra Large

A real showstopper for Halloween

From £20.00each

Giant Pumpkins

Because why go small?

Up to £40.00each

Prices are a guide - exact prices labelled in the picking field. No entry fee.

Events & Activities

Make a full day of it! Alongside pumpkin picking there's plenty to keep the whole family busy throughout October.

Families carving pumpkins together in the marquee at Rainfords Farm
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Pumpkin Carving

Add-On Activity

Carve your pumpkin right here in our marquee - all tools supplied and we handle the mess! Great fun for all ages.

£5 per pumpkin carved · All tools provided

Rows of orange and white pumpkins on straw bales at Rainfords Farm
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Pumpkin Painting

Add-On Activity

Prefer to paint? Decorate your pumpkin with colour instead - brilliant for younger children. All equipment provided, no experience needed.

£5 per pumpkin painted · Equipment provided

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The Whodunnit Trail

Ticketed Event

Can you crack the case? Follow the trail, solve the clues and submit your answers at the end. Correct answers earn a medal and certificate - perfect for little detectives!

Tickets available online or at the barn

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Picnic in the Trees

Bookable Event

A truly magical experience - enjoy a catered picnic amongst our beautiful Christmas tree forest. Limited spaces, making this an intimate and memorable occasion.

Food included · Book online from September

📸 Share Your Pumpkin Picks!

Tag us in your pumpkin pictures for a chance to win a Spooky Picnic in the Trees - our most magical event of the season.

#rainfordsfarm

Terms & conditions apply.

The Barn & Florist

Your pumpkin visit doesn't stop at the picking field — pop into the barn and you'll find a whole world of autumn to explore.


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The Retail Barn

Step inside our beautiful barn, packed full of autumnal decorations, seasonal gifts and everything you need to bring the colours of autumn into your home. From velvet pumpkins and dried flowers to lanterns, candles and Halloween decorations — there's something for every taste and budget.

Shop Autumn Decorations →

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Our On-Site Florist

Our on-site florist is on hand throughout the season to help you create stunning autumnal wreaths, door arrangements and seasonal displays — crafted with fresh and dried foliage, berries, seed heads and more. Commission a custom piece or browse ready-made arrangements.

Browse Floristry →

School & Nursery Visits

We love welcoming schools and nurseries to the farm during pumpkin season! Educational, hands-on and genuinely exciting — a day the kids will talk about for weeks.

For groups of 10 or more, please let us know in advance so we can make sure we have the right staff on hand for a great experience.

One small pumpkin per child
Pumpkin carving activity
Snack and drink included
Dedicated staff support throughout

Group Visits (10+)

£5per person · subject to change

Includes one small pumpkin, carving activity, snack and drink. Under 10? Just turn up — no booking needed.

Enquire About a School Visit

Planning Your Visit

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When We're Open

Every day throughout October
10:00am – 4:00pm
No booking required — just turn up!

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Where to Find Us

Catchdale Moss Farm
Catchdale Moss Lane, Eccleston
St Helens, WA10 5QG
Free parking on site

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What to Wear

Dress for the weather! Our picking field is enclosed and well-maintained, but wellies are always handy after rain.

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Accessibility

The pumpkin field is accessible, though as with any grassed area it can be a little tricky for wheelchairs and prams after wet weather. Get in touch with any questions.

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Dogs

Dogs can't come into the barn or pumpkin field, but we have a dedicated fenced dog area right next to the picking field so the whole family can come along!

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The Café

Our seasonal café is open throughout pumpkin season, same hours as the farm. Perfect for warming up after a morning of picking!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there anything else to do besides picking pumpkins?
Loads! After picking, head into the barn where you'll find autumnal decorations, seasonal gifts and Halloween goodies. Our on-site florist is available throughout the season for bespoke wreaths and arrangements. There's also pumpkin carving and painting in the marquee, the Whodunnit Trail, the Picnic in the Trees event, and the café is open all day - it's a very easy full day out.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed for general pumpkin picking, carving or painting - just turn up any day in October between 10am and 4pm. The Whodunnit Trail and Picnic in the Trees require tickets, available online or at the barn on the day.
Is there an entry fee?
No entry fee at all - it's completely free to come in and browse the picking field. You just pay for the pumpkins you take home, plus any add-ons like carving (£5) or ticketed events.
Do I need wellies?
One of the things that makes us different - our pumpkins are harvested and brought into our enclosed picking field, so you won't be trudging through muddy rows. That said, it's a grassed area and October weather is unpredictable, so dress for the weather just in case!
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs can't come into the retail barn or pumpkin field, but we have a dedicated fenced dog area right next to the picking field - so the whole family can still come along!
Is parking free?
Yes - free parking on site for all visitors.
We're a school - how do we arrange a visit?
We'd love to have you! For groups of 10 or more, please get in touch via our contact page so we can make sure we have the right staffing in place. Group visits are £5 per person and include a small pumpkin, carving activity, snack and drink.

See You in October! 🎃

Open every day throughout October, 10am–4pm. No booking needed - just turn up and enjoy the fun.

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