Shirley Pumpkins: dog-friendly pumpkin patch in Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire

About the farm

Shirley Pumpkins at Shirley Hall Farm near Ashbourne is a free-entry pick your own spread across two large fields. The fields are dog-friendly and dogs on leads are welcome.

What is on here

Pick your own pumpkins across two large fields

Stalls and food

Food, drink and ice cream on site

Bringing your dog

Dog-friendly fields, dogs welcome on leads
Free entry and free parking
Two large fields of pumpkins to choose from

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

PriceFree entry, pay for what you pick

OpeningOctober (see Facebook for current dates)

ParkingFree parking

BookingNo booking required

Getting there

Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire

Shirley Pumpkins is in Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.

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Common questions

Can I take my dog to Shirley Pumpkins?

Yes. Shirley Pumpkins is a dog-friendly pumpkin patch in Shirley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Dogs welcome on leads; the fields are dog-friendly.

When is Shirley Pumpkins open?

October (see Facebook for current dates) 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 Shirley Pumpkins cost?

Free entry, pay for what you pick Prices can change year to year, so confirm with the farm before you visit.