Pumpkin Halloween lanterns made out of ceramic are seen at a shopping mall in Beijing on October 12, 2018. (Photo by Nicolas ASFOURI / AFP) (Photo credit should read NICOLAS ASFOURI/AFP via Getty Images)Pumpkin Halloween lanterns made out of ceramic are seen at a shopping mall in Beijing on October 12, 2018. (Photo by Nicolas ASFOURI / AFP) (Photo credit should read NICOLAS ASFOURI/AFP via Getty Images)
Pumpkin Halloween lanterns made out of ceramic are seen at a shopping mall in Beijing on October 12, 2018. (Photo by Nicolas ASFOURI / AFP) (Photo credit should read NICOLAS ASFOURI/AFP via Getty Images)

Derbyshire's best pumpkin patches ahead of the Halloween season

Derbyshire’s pumpkin patches are some of the best in the country. But where are they?
By jimmy johnson
Published 14th Sep 2021, 13:50 BST

As the Halloween season draws closer, the race to get the biggest, plumpest pumpkin begins. There’s nothing wrong with getting a leg up on the competition, though – and that’s what we’re here to provide.

We’ve based this brief list on a combination of google reviews and our own experiences. It’s in no particular order – they’ll all give you a fantastic base for your jack o’ lanterns and pumpkin pies alike.

So, who can provide the perkiest pumpkin in Derbyshire? Let’s have a look.

Ashover Pumpkin and Sunflowers, Eastwood Hall Farm, Eastwood Lane, Chesterfield, S45 0BW. Rating: 4.7/5 (based on 17 Google Reviews). "Fabulous! Huge field, beautiful flowers, staff were welcoming and helpful." Ashover Pumpkin and Sunflowers is distinctive, as it also provides the option to go sunflower picking depending on the time of year. While their sunflowers are stunning, the pumpkins are equally brilliant.

1. Ashover Pumpkins and Sunflowers

Ashover Pumpkin and Sunflowers, Eastwood Hall Farm, Eastwood Lane, Chesterfield, S45 0BW. Rating: 4.7/5 (based on 17 Google Reviews). "Fabulous! Huge field, beautiful flowers, staff were welcoming and helpful." Ashover Pumpkin and Sunflowers is distinctive, as it also provides the option to go sunflower picking depending on the time of year. While their sunflowers are stunning, the pumpkins are equally brilliant. Photo: Google

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Mr. Pumpkin, Lime Farm, Mansfield Road, Derby, DE7 6JU. Rating: 4.8/5 (based on 129 Google Reviews). "We had a great day at Mr. Pumpkin! Lots of different pumpkins to choose from and the pumpkin trail was a lovely addition." A great pumpkin patch drenched in a rich history, it's not too far from the city centre either. Mr. Pumpkin's variety of pumpkins is definitely its biggest selling point, with over 40 different styles to pick from.

2. Mr. Pumpkin

Mr. Pumpkin, Lime Farm, Mansfield Road, Derby, DE7 6JU. Rating: 4.8/5 (based on 129 Google Reviews). "We had a great day at Mr. Pumpkin! Lots of different pumpkins to choose from and the pumpkin trail was a lovely addition." A great pumpkin patch drenched in a rich history, it's not too far from the city centre either. Mr. Pumpkin's variety of pumpkins is definitely its biggest selling point, with over 40 different styles to pick from. Photo: Google

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Pumpkin Corner, Quillow Road, Osmaston, Wyaston, Ashbourne DE6 1LU. Rating: 4.7/5 (based on 6 Google Reviews). "A wonderful young friendly couple running this little business, I can't wait to see it grow!" Pumpkin Corner treats its produce with the utmost care. As far as pumpkins go, these guys might be the very best in the region.

3. Pumpkin Corner

Pumpkin Corner, Quillow Road, Osmaston, Wyaston, Ashbourne DE6 1LU. Rating: 4.7/5 (based on 6 Google Reviews). "A wonderful young friendly couple running this little business, I can't wait to see it grow!" Pumpkin Corner treats its produce with the utmost care. As far as pumpkins go, these guys might be the very best in the region. Photo: Google

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Shirley Pumpkins, Shirley Hall Farm, Derby Lane, Shirley, Ashbourne, DE6 3AT. Rating: 4.9/5 (based on 10 Google Reviews). "Great fun. Friendly people, easy to find, lots of parking available and a great selection of well-grown pumpkins." Shirley Pumpkins greatest selling point is it accessibility. It's very easy to get to and is very accommodating for people who've travelled. Plus, the pumpkins are invariably great.

4. Shirley Pumpkins

Shirley Pumpkins, Shirley Hall Farm, Derby Lane, Shirley, Ashbourne, DE6 3AT. Rating: 4.9/5 (based on 10 Google Reviews). "Great fun. Friendly people, easy to find, lots of parking available and a great selection of well-grown pumpkins." Shirley Pumpkins greatest selling point is it accessibility. It's very easy to get to and is very accommodating for people who've travelled. Plus, the pumpkins are invariably great. Photo: Google

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