The best Suffolk Pumpkin Patches to visit this october

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a half-term stay, these local farms offer everything from tractor rides and mazes to autumn photo backdrops – perfect for couples, families, or friends enjoying an autumn break in the Suffolk countryside.

Looking for the best pumpkin patches in Suffolk this October? From Woodbridge to Bury St Edmunds, we’ve rounded up some of the most charming spots for pumpkin picking near White House Lodges.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a half-term stay, these local farms offer everything from tractor rides and mazes to autumn photo backdrops – perfect for couples, families, or friends enjoying an autumn break in the Suffolk countryside.

Southwold Pumpkin Patch

20 minutes from white house lodges

southwold pumpkin patch and maize maze will be open again this year. Grab a barrow or a cart & select your pumpkin – large or small, weird or wonderful orange or green – The Southwold Pumpkin Patch is a place to ponder & choose & simply pay for what you pick. There are so many types to choose from every shape, size and colour of pumpkin, squash and gourd

• 18 OCTOBER – 1 NOVEMBER
• (CLOSED 20/21 OCTOBER)
• Website https://www.southwoldmaizemaze.co.uk/southwoldpumpkinpatch

Woodbridge Pumpkin Patch

Approx. 35 minutes from The white house lodges

A local favourite and a perfect day out for guests staying nearby. Expect tractor rides, face painting, and a mud kitchen for little explorers – plus slides, a mini maze, and a pumpkin house for photos. You’ll find plenty of pumpkins to pick and space to wander.

• Open from Saturday 25 October through half-term until 31 October.
• Free parking, no booking needed, and payment on the gate (cash or card).
• Website: Woodbridge Pumpkin Patch

Undley Farm Pumpkin Patch, Beck Row

Just over an hour from The lodges

A true Suffolk classic, growing pumpkins for more than 20 years. With over 60 varieties to choose from and a themed Zog maize maze celebrating the dragon’s 15th birthday, it’s worth the drive. Great food, friendly atmosphere, and a huge range of sizes and colours.

• Open every weekend in October and daily during half-term.
• Free entry, with tickets available online.
• Website: Undley Farm

The Pumpkin Patch, East Bergholt

Around 50 minutes away

Set among rolling countryside, this patch combines rustic charm with family fun. Entry is £2.50 for adults (free for under-16s), and there’s no need to book ahead. Expect themed weekends, great photo opportunities, and plenty of space to roam.

• Open on selected weekends – 10-12, 17-19, and 24-31 October.
• Free parking and on-site refreshments available.
• Website: Pumpkin Patch

Rougham Pumpkin Patch, near Bury St Edmunds

Approx. 1 hour from The white house lodges

A wonderful day out on the Rougham Estate, offering more than 20 varieties of pumpkins, squashes, and gourds. Alongside the fields, you’ll find local food trucks including What The Peck, Bad Boi Burritos and Mac Street Kitchen – perfect for a bite between picks.

• Open weekends from 4 October, then daily from 25–31 October.
• Free entry, pay per pumpkin.
• Website: Rougham Estate

Siam Hall Spooky Pumpkins, Boxford

About 1 hour away

A friendly, family-run patch with a hint of Halloween magic. Thousands of pumpkins fill the fields, and there’s a café and BBQ open all day. It’s an easy, relaxed day out for all ages.

• Open weekends from 11 October, then daily from 25-31 October.
• Free entry and parking.
• Website: Siam Hall Pumpkins

The Pumpkin Barn, Eye

Around 25 minutes from white house lodges

Set against a charming Dutch-style barn, this patch offers pumpkins of every shape and size. It’s a lovely spot for photos and a gentle autumn wander.

• Open each weekend and during half-term.
• Entry £2.50 per person.
• Website: The Pumpkin Barn

When to Go Pumpkin Picking in Suffolk
The best time to visit Suffolk’s pumpkin patches is mid- to late October, especially around half-term week when most farms open daily. Arriving early in the morning or visiting midweek helps you avoid crowds and ensures the best selection of pumpkins.

Make It a White house lodges Autumn Escape
After a day of pumpkin picking, return to your luxury lodge at white house lodges – complete with outdoor countryside gardens and dog run, views of wildflower meadows. It’s the perfect way to unwind after an autumn adventure.