Bates Farm: dog-friendly pumpkin patch in Risley, Cheshire

About the farm

Bates Farm is a family run farm on the Cheshire border near Warrington with a 7 acre patch of more than 40 pumpkin varieties. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome, and there is an undercover barn to pick from if it rains.

What is on here

Pick your own from over 50,000 pumpkins across 7 acres

Undercover pumpkin barn for wet weather

Meet the farm animals (pigs, sheep, calves, donkeys)

Face painting

Stalls and food

Coffee and cinnamon bunsSweet crepesWood-fired pizzaGreek gyros and fries

Bringing your dog

Well behaved dogs on leads are allowed onto the farm
Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times
Undercover barn gives shelter if the weather turns

Lead rule: On-lead. Pumpkin patches are busy working farms, so keep your dog close around crowds, food stalls and machinery.

Dog policy last checked: 13 September 2026 · from the farm's own information.

Visiting

DogsWelcome on a lead

Price£15 per car entry; pumpkins from £1 to £15 by size

OpeningBooking-only 1.5 hour time slots during the pumpkin season

ParkingPurpose-built events car park on site

BookingAdvance booking essential, timed 1.5 hour slots

Getting there

Risley, Cheshire

Bates Farm is in Risley, Cheshire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.

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Common questions

Can I take my dog to Bates Farm?

Yes. Bates Farm is a dog-friendly pumpkin patch in Risley, Cheshire. Well behaved dogs on leads are allowed entry to the farm.

When is Bates Farm open?

Booking-only 1.5 hour time slots during the pumpkin season Pumpkin season in the UK runs from late September to 31 October, so check the farm's own channels for exact dates each year.

How much does Bates Farm cost?

£15 per car entry; pumpkins from £1 to £15 by size Prices can change year to year, so confirm with the farm before you visit.