About the farm
Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival near Pontefract is one of Yorkshire's biggest, with over 300,000 pumpkins across the fields. Well behaved dogs are welcome on a lead, and there are even dog parades during the event.
What is on here
Stalls and food
Bringing your dog
- Well behaved dogs are welcome on a lead
- The festival runs dog parades
- Owners asked to clean up after their dogs
Dog policy last checked: 13 September 2026 · from the farm's own information.
Visiting
Getting there
Farmer Copleys is in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.
Get directionsCommon questions
Can I take my dog to Farmer Copleys?
Yes. Farmer Copleys is a dog-friendly pumpkin patch in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. Well behaved dogs are welcome on a lead to Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival. Please respect the area by cleaning up after your dogs and respect other visitors.
When is Farmer Copleys open?
26 September to 1 November; hours from 9:30am, up to 9pm on some days 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 Farmer Copleys cost?
Ticketed, varies by day and age; under 3s free Prices can change year to year, so confirm with the farm before you visit.