• Days Out With Kids,  Lifestyle,  Parenting

    10 Best Pumpkin Patches in and Around Berkshire to Visit This October 2026

    Is there anything better than pulling on your wellies, grabbing a wheelbarrow and heading out to choose the perfect pumpkin? October is officially my favourite time of year for family days out. The leaves are turning golden, there’s a definite chill in the air, and suddenly everything involves pumpkins, hot chocolate and trying to convince the children that they definitely need the enormous pumpkin that they can barely carry. If you’re looking for pumpkin picking in Berkshire this October, I’ve rounded up some of the best pumpkin patches in Berkshire and just beyond. From magical woodland trails and pumpkin festivals to traditional farm patches, there are plenty of lovely options for a proper autumnal day out. And yes — wellies are absolutely essential. 🎃 1. Wasing Pumpkins & Woodland Trail, Aldermaston If you’re looking for a pumpkin patch that feels a little bit magical, Wasing is one to put on your October list. Set within the beautiful…