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Tulleys Pumpkin Farm 2024 – Everything you need to know

I still remember the first time we took Charlie to see the pumpkins. He was only four months old and had a little skeleton baby grow and we went to Tulleys Pumpkin Farm. A picture of him with brightly coloured orange pumpkins in the background at Tulley’s Farm is etched into my mind. Of course, things have changed a lot at the popular West Sussex Pumpkin Field in ten years! This weekend was the opening for the Halloween season and so last year we went along to pick up some pumpkins for our fireplace. Our family tradition. Here’s everything you need to know about Halloween at Tulley’s Farm in 2024. Also, read all about our visit to their spectacular Pumpkin Nights events.

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Where is Tulleys Pumpkin Farm

Tulleys Pumpkin Farm is located in Turners Hill, near to Crawley in West Sussex and is our most local pumpkin patch. It is important to note that the pumpkin farm is not at the same location as Tulley’s Farm escape rooms or the drive-in cinema. Although it is close by. If you go to Tulley’s farm by accident then there are various orange signs to point you in the right direction of the pick your own pumpkin fields which is a short drive. However, entering from the Turners Hill end you will come across the pumpkin farm before you reach Tulleys Farm. It is clearly signposted but you can use the postcode RH 14 0PD to reach Tulleys Pumpkin Farm on Turners Hill Road. Becuase of the location, you do really need to drive as it is not easily accessible by public transport.

Parking at Tulleys Pumpkin Farm

Unlike many pumpkin farms, they have put down hardstanding which allows you to drive on a rubble mix. Although the free car park is still on the grass it is included with your ticket. The car park is a great size so there is plenty of free parking. This is because it is designed for larger Halloween-style events. But it can get muddy. Tulleys Pumpkin Farm is very popular and considered to be one of the best pumpkin-picking patches in Sussex. It is also close to South East London which means it can get busy on an Autumn Day in the month of October. So therefore especially if the weather has been wet and it is later in the season expect mud!

Top tips for visiting Tulleys Farm

It is Autumn so it goes without saying that like many other pumpkin patches we have visited over the years it can get pretty muddy. In fact this one is particularly bad for mud so I would recommend wellies regardless of how wet it has been.
Do not forget to bring a sturdy box or your own bags to transport the pumpkins back into your house when you get home.
By booking an early slot you will also get the best opportunity to pose for photos as they are popular.
When looking for a pumpkin make sure you pick one which is not damaged in any way. Pumpkins should be hard to the touch. And they should sound hollow when you tap them. Check to make sure the side that has been lying on the ground is not soft and mushy. This will help to make sure you have chosen a fresh pumpkin.
Like all other pumpkin patches be prepared to spend some time looking for your perfect pumpkin. This can take a long time if you go later in the season. We spent around two hours looking for a pumpkin, taking photos, shopping, paying and indulging in something hot to eat and drink.
During the day the fields are perfect for little ones and provide Halloween fun for the whole family. Tulleys also holds Pumpkin Nights where you can pyo pumpkins in the dark and listen to live music. Bringing an extra something to the fun of pumpkin picking.

Pumpkins at Tulleys Pumpkin Farm

There are different ways to choose your own pumpkins at Tulleys Farm. Either you can walk down to the pumpkin picking fields. Or you can pick from the various table by the entrance and exit to the pumpkin festival. We headed straight for the pumpkin pyo field and saw a sea of orange pumpkins. There are a few pumpkin plants but I think the majority of the pumpkins were not grown in the field Instead they have been placed there for people to choose their ideal pumpkin. We saw a few white ones and a couple of different shapes. But the majority are Jack’O’Lantern style. The boys were looking for the biggest pumpkins they could find but struggled a little. I think that could be because of the lack of rain this year. This means pumpkins in general are a lot smaller.

Scattered throughout the field there are various setups ready for photos. Many of them have a frame of some sort or another ideal for Instagram! The boys particularly liked the piano and would have happily spent ages ther tapping away on the keys. They also enjoyed the live roaming entertainment which made us all giggle.

As well as the field there are lots of crates and tables of pumpkins in the pumpkin market. These are sorted into different varieties of pumpkins, lumpy squashes and unusual gourds. There are so many different types, colours and ranges of size to choose from in a sea of Autumnal colours. Charlie in particular was after some smaller pumpkins and so loved exploring the tables. I think it pays to go early in the season if you are looking for those specifically. As we have visited later and not found so many different varieties.

Food and facilities at Tulleys Pumpkin Farm

Amenities definitely stands Tulleys Pumpkin Farm head and shoulders above many of the other Sussex and Surrey pumpkin farms. First of all, there are working toilet facilities which is a big plus when going pumpkin picking with little ones. There are also so many wheelbarrows! I don’t think you will ever go and not be able to get one. And they come in two sizes!

As well as all the pumpkins there is actually a Halloween shop selling a range of Autumn merch such as t-shirts and cosy sweaters. As well as pumpkin gifts, Halloween decorations and candles.

In the food court are several delicious street food outlets including a shack selling sweet treats, candy floss, fresh toffee apples, hot donuts and popcorn. Fast food van, pasta car and BBQ Shack selling hot food. With plenty of covered seating around a central cocktail bar area. At the pumpkin bar, you can get a shot and cold soft drinks as well as draft beers. Harry was hungry when we visited and had a kid’s hot dog meal which cost £7 and also came with a juice carton.

Expect to pay £2.50 for hot drinks and £4.50 for a craft beer. They offer hot chocolate and of course pumpkin spice lattes. Right next to the covered seating area, there was a small pick-and-mix stand selling all sorts of sugared sweets. Including some Halloween-themed treats. We opted for loaded fries and a choice of burgers and I can recommend the loaded hot dogs

If you are looking for usual Halloween photos then this is the pumpkin patch for you. Not only are there plenty of photo opportunities in the pumpkin field including roving characters. And there are several set up in the centre I would say it is the best place for a pumpkin selfie. Including a pumpkin tower with seating. Several skeletons, hay bales and even a spooky graveyard. Although posed rather than a natural pumpkin shot. I am sure that there are many great photos that make it onto Instagram for Halloween at Tulleys Farm. All the food and seating is on hard standing rather than a muddy field which is also a bonus as the season goes on.

Opening times and prices for Halloween at Tulleys Farm

You do need to book tickets in advance via their website, sessions run from 9.30 am to 16.30 pm. The ticket is not offset against pumpkins like some of the other pick-your-own farms. Ticket prices start at £5 for adults and children, under 2 are free. Prices go up to £8 each for peak times and weekends. You are not limited by the amount of time you spend at Tulleys Pumpkin Farm or the Pumpkin Village. Although there is a booking fee of £2.50. It cost us £18.50 for two adults and two children on a Sunday morning.

They also have pumpkin night sessions. During the booking process, you select time slots for when you will arrive at this great spot. With peak time being over the half term I would suggest making sure you book early in the spooky season to get the date you want. Keep an eye on the Tulleys Pumpkin FestivalFacebook for updates on the pumpkins.

Pumpkins start from as little as £1 and go up to £25 for giant ones. There are signs which allow you to measure your pumpkin in the field so that it doesn’t come as a surprise at the exit. While at the exit there are disks with holes cut out to measure the pumpkins before you pay. We bought seven small pumpkins and two quirky gourds for under £10 and had a great family day out. There were also pumpkin carving kits on sale for £5 each. We had such a great day with so many fun things to do.