Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Picking in Gloucestershire: Our Visit to Over Farm's Pumpkin Festival 2026 ๐๐พ
We were kindly invited to visit Over Farm's Pumpkin Festival!
If you're looking for the best dog-friendly pumpkin patches in Gloucestershire, somewhere to enjoy a cosy autumn day out with your dog, or simply an excuse to get into the Halloween spirit, we've found the perfect place!
Autumn is without a doubt our favourite time of year. The colourful leaves, cosy jumpers, crisp mornings and, of course, pumpkin picking! And one of our absolute favourite autumn traditions is visiting ย Over Farm's Pumpkin Festival in Gloucester. ๐
With an enormous pumpkin patch, quirky autumn displays, delicious food, hundreds of photo opportunities and, best of all, dogs welcome to join the fun, it's easily one of our favouriteย dog-friendly autumn days out in Gloucestershire.
A Pumpkin Patch in Gloucestershire That's So Much More Than Pumpkins! ๐
If you've ever visited Over Farm, you'll know they don't do things by halves!
Located just outside Gloucester, Over Farm's enormous 17-acre pumpkin patch is packed with pumpkins of every shape, size and colour imaginable. From tiny little pumpkins to enormous ones that would barely fit through your front door (seriously!!) there's something for everyone.
But what makes Over Farm's Pumpkin Festival so special is everything else there is to explore. You'll find brilliantly creative pumpkin displays, wonderful seasonal decorations, plenty of space to wander and endless opportunities to capture those perfect autumn photos.
Whether you're visiting for a family day out, a cosy October date or an adventure with your four-legged best friend, there's so much to enjoy. And if you're anything like me, you'll leave with approximately 400 photos of your dog sitting in almost exactly the same position. (Naturally, they're all essential).
Is Over Farm Pumpkin Patch Really Dog Friendly? YES! ๐ถ
Now, this is the really important part.
Dogs are welcome at Over Farm's daytime Pumpkin Festival AND Pumpkins After Dark!
Finding dog-friendly things to do in Gloucestershire is something we're always excited about, and it's even better when our four-legged companions can join in with the seasonal fun. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to explore the pumpkin patch on leads, so there's no need to leave your best friend at home.
Over Farm even provides a treat the entrance!ย
The Perfect Place for Autumn Photos With Your Dog ๐ธ๐
One of our favourite things about Over Farm is just how many beautiful photo opportunities there are.
With colourful pumpkins, hay bales, quirky displays and gorgeous autumn colours everywhere you look, it's an absolute dream for anyone who loves photographing their dog.
And honestly, is there anything cuter than a dog surrounded by pumpkins?
Chicken wore her Strawbearies Poochie Suit which couldn't have looked more adorable against all those gorgeous autumn colours.
Our colourful Poochie Suits are designed to keep dogs comfortable on their adventures, and autumn is the perfect excuse to bring out their cosiest outfits. Whether your dog is a professional poser or prefers to investigate absolutely everything, you're bound to come away with some lovely memories.
Top tip: bring plenty of treats for your dog, especially if you're hoping to capture that perfect pumpkin patch photo!
Delicious Food, Hot Drinks & All the Autumn Vibes โ๐งก
Of course, no proper autumn day out is complete without something delicious to eat!
Over Farm's Pumpkin Festival has a fantastic food and drink area featuring independent traders selling a wonderful selection of treats. Think marshmallows you can roast yourself, savoury street food, warming coffees and all the delicious things that make October feel extra special.
There's even a large covered seating area where you can take a break, enjoy something tasty and soak up the atmosphere.ย You can spend time wandering through the pumpkins, enjoy a bite to eat and really make an occasion of it.
Making Autumn Memories With Chicken ๐งก
As much as we love the pumpkins, food and lovely displays, my favourite part of days like these is simply getting to experience them with Chicken.
Anyone who knows us knows that she's my entire world, and I absolutely adore finding new adventures we can share together. There's something so special about watching her explore somewhere new, seeing her little face taking everything in, being brave, smelling new sniffies and making memories that I'll treasure forever.
Autumn has always been my favourite season, and having Chicken by my side makes it all the more wonderful.
We're so grateful to Over Farm for inviting us along and creating such a lovely place for people to enjoy with their dogs. It's places like this that make us feel incredibly lucky to live in Gloucestershire!
Even More Halloween Fun at Over Farm! ๐๐ป
Pumpkins After Dark: A Magical Halloween Evening in Gloucester ๐ฅ๐
If you fancy something a little different, Over Farm also transforms its pumpkin patch into a spectacular evening experience with Pumpkins After Dark.
As the sun goes down, the pumpkin patch comes alive with glowing seasonal displays, atmospheric lighting and plenty of Halloween magic. Pull on your wellies and wander through acres of pumpkins by moonlight, hunting for the perfect pumpkin and capturing some wonderfully spooky photos.
Enjoy delicious food from independent street food traders, grab a drink from the bar and settle in for fantastic live music. There are also impressive fire performances at 6.30pm, 7.30pm and 8.30pm, bringing even more excitement to the evening.
And don't miss the tractor-trailer ride!
It's a brilliant option for anyone searching for Halloween date nights in Gloucestershire, autumn evening activities near Gloucester or something different to do this October. P.s Dogs are allowed to visit after dark, too!
Pumpkins After Dark is a separately ticketed event, so be sure to check availability and details before planning your visit.
๐๏ธ Explore Pumpkins After Dark
Spookyard 2026: A Frightfully Fun Family Halloween Adventure! ๐ป
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If you're looking for family-friendly Halloween events in Gloucestershire this October half term too, Over Farm's Spookyard is definitely worth checking out!
This wonderfully silly Halloween festival is packed with spooky entertainment, outdoor adventures and activities for children of all ages. Expect things like hilarious live shows, face painting, fancy dress competitions and a scarecrow trail in the woods!
And there's so much more!
Your Spookyard ticket also includes full access to Over Farm's farm park, where you can enjoy:
Meeting animals, a tractor-trailer ride, mini golf, foot golf and lots more farmyard fun!
With so much included, it's a fantastic option if you're searching for Halloween activities for kids near Gloucester, Cheltenham or the Cotswolds.
Over Farm recommends booking an afternoon pumpkin-picking slot if you're planning to visit Spookyard on the same day, as there's so much to fit in! This ones not for the pups, but still fun for a family day-out!
๐๏ธ Find out more about Spookyard and book tickets
Looking for Dog-Friendly Autumn Days Out Near Cheltenham, Stroud or the Cotswolds?
If you're planning some October adventures and searching for dog-friendly things to do in Gloucestershire, Over Farm is definitely worth adding to your list.
Located in Over, just outside Gloucester, it's a lovely destination for dog owners travelling from Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury and the surrounding Cotswolds.
And if you're looking for even more seasonal adventures, don't forget to explore our Dog-Friendly Autumn Events & Days Out in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds guide, where we've rounded up lots of lovely things to do with your dog this autumn.
Our Favourite Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Patch in Gloucestershire?
It Has to Be Over Farm! ๐
If you're looking for a wonderful dog-friendly autumn day out in Gloucestershire, we really couldn't recommend Over Farm enough. It's everything we love about October wrapped up in one lovely day out.
A huge thank you to the wonderful Over Farm team for inviting us along. We've absolutely loved our visit, and we're already looking forward to our next autumn adventure.
Love,
Brooke & Chicken
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