Two Sussex pumpkin patches named among UK's best free attractions

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 11 Oct, 16:48 · Archive

Two free-to-enter pumpkin patches in Sussex have been named among the best in the country by outdoor toy retailer OutdoorToys.

Two Sussex pumpkin patches have been ranked among the UK's best free-to-enter attractions in research by outdoor toy retailer OutdoorToys. South Farm in Rodmell, near Lewes, and Sompting Pumpkins, near Lancing, were identified as among just five pumpkin patches nationwide offering completely free entry for visitors. The other three free venues are located in Lincolnshire, Angus and Devon.

The research found that free-entry pumpkin patches provide a more affordable option for families during the October half-term and Halloween season, allowing visitors to enjoy pumpkin picking without paying admission fees. Researchers encouraged families to check what is included in any visit before booking, as pumpkins, parking or activities may cost extra at some venues.

Nearby Tulleys Farm in West Sussex was highlighted separately for its online popularity. The attraction was named the UK's most Instagrammed pumpkin patch, with 32,500 Instagram posts, and was found to be the country's most searched-for pumpkin patch, attracting around 1.1 million annual searches. Doddington Hall in Lincolnshire retained the top overall spot in OutdoorToys' pumpkin patch rankings for a fourth consecutive year.

How it is being reported

• Popular West Sussex farm crowned one of the UK’s best pumpkin patchesA popular family farm in West Sussex has been crowned one of the UK’s best pumpkin patches.Chichester Observer · 11 Oct, 16:15
• Two free-to-enter pumpkin patches in Sussex named among the best in the countryFamilies looking for a low-cost autumn day out can visit two Sussex pumpkin patches that have been named among the best free-to-enter sites in the countryThe Argus · 11 Oct, 05:00

In this story: South Farm · Rodmell · Lewes · Sompting Pumpkins · Lancing · Tulleys Farm · OutdoorToys · Doddington Hall

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