Whether you’re looking for a family fun activity, a fun date idea, or some organic ingredients for your tasty lunch, visit a Pick Your Own farm for an apple-solutely fantastic day out. We’ve put together a list of the best Pick Your Own farms in the UK.

Best Pick Your Own farms in:

• England
• Scotland
• Wales
• Northern Ireland

How Pick Your Own farms work

Depending on which vegetable or fruit picking farm you visit, you might notice a slight change in how they run things. However, most of them are similar.

Step 1: Before visiting or booking a time slot, make sure you check what produce is available. This would depend on the season and popularity of the fruit or vegetables.

Step 2: Bring your own containers or get one when you arrive at the farm. Some Pick Your Own farms charge an additional fee for this, so it might be worth bringing your own.

Step 3: After you’ve picked your perfect fruit and veg, take it to the till, so the staff can weigh it and you can pay. Most Pick Your Own farms charge by the kilo.

Step 4: Thoroughly wash your fruit and vegetables before eating, as they are organic and have not been sprayed with any pesticides.

Types of fruit and vegetables found at Pick Your Own farms

The selection of fruits and vegetables found at Pick Your Own farms depends on the season, weather and the popularity of the produce. Remember to check online before booking.

Common fruits found at Pick Your Own farms include:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Blackberries
• Gooseberries
• Plums
• Rhubarb
• Blueberries
• Tomatoes
• Cherries
• Pumpkins
• Cooking apples

Common vegetables found at Pick Your Own farms include:

• Sweetcorn
• Beetroot
• Onions
• Courgettes
• French beans
• Squash
• Runner beans
• Peas
• Carrots
• Asparagus
• Beetroot

Tips for vegetable and fruit picking

Bring your own containers

Help the environment and save money by bringing reusable containers.

Wear comfortable clothing

Choose clothing suitable for the outdoors. Worn walking boots are ideal as Pick Your Own farms can be muddy. Additionally, bring extra layers to stay warm if the weather turns chilly.

Select ripe produce

Only pick ripe fruits and vegetables. This way, you can get the best-tasting produce, and the unripe fruits or veggies can continue to grow.

Avoid food waste

Avoid waste by picking what you can consume. It’s easy to overfill your basket but remember that any excess might go to waste.

Stay hydrated and protected

If you’re fruit picking in the summer, it can get very warm, so stay hydrated and protected by carrying a water bottle and applying sunscreen.

Follow farm guidelines

Some Pick Your Own farms are working farms with strict rules to protect their crops or animals. Follow these rules while visiting so you and others can have a fun and safe time.

Plan Your Visit

Some Pick Your Own farms may run out of certain fruits and vegetables due to their popularity or the season. Make sure you plan your visit and check what’s available before booking your visit.

Pick Your Own farms in England

Parkside Farm, London

At Parkside Farm, you can find a range of fruits and vegetables, including raspberries, strawberries, sweetcorn, courgettes, and more. Once you're done, take a stroll around the farm shop, where you can purchase ice cream, cold drinks, and organic honey.

Nearest campsite: Theobalds Park Club Site (12-minute drive*)

Essington Farm, Wolverhampton

From tasty strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, and plums to runner beans, sweetcorn, pumpkins, and squash, Essington Farm has a variety of fruits and vegetables to pick throughout the year. If you’re cooking up a camping feast, don't forget to check out the farm shop and deli. Here, you’ll find a variety of locally sourced meats and produce.

If you’re feeling peckish on your day out to Essington Farm, you can also stop by the kitchen and restaurant and treat yourself to a filling breakfast or an afternoon tea.

Clive's Fruit Farm, Worcestershire

Visiting Clive’s Fruit Farm makes for a fun day out for the whole family. Make your way through the pear, plum, and cherry orchards before treating yourself at Clive’s Cafe. Quench your thirst at the Juice Shed, where you’ll find 100% squeezed juice with no added preservatives, sugar, or chemicals. There’s also a fun playground for kids to run around in and burn off any remaining energy.

Nearest campsite: Blackmore Club Site (12-minute drive*)

Trevaskis Farm, Cornwall

Trevaskis Farm is a great learning experience and a stunning place to hand-pick a variety of fruits and veggies. Throughout the year, Trevaskis Farm has something amazing to pick, and on your visit, you can walk around and learn about each fruit or vegetable. The farm also has beehives, animals and more.

Nearest campsite: Sennen Cove Club Site (30-minute drive*)

A G Meale & Sons, Norwich

Pick all kinds of berries at A G Meale & Sons. Depending on what time of year you visit, you can find pumpkins, plums and runner beans. A G Meale & Sons also has a sunflower field, a farm shop selling local produce, a coffee shop serving incredible food and a plant house for all your gardening needs.

Nearest campsite: Norwich Club Site (26-minute drive*)

Scaddows Farm, Derby

Nestled in the beautiful South Derbyshire countryside, Scaddows Farm is a brilliant place to pick strawberries, gooseberries, redcurrants, raspberries and blackcurrants.

Nearest campsite: Conkers Club Site (12-minute drive*)

Brocksbushes Farm, Northumberland

Located in the heart of Tyne Valley, Brocksbushes Farm is a family-run business with a farm shop, tearoom, and fields of fresh produce to pick. Depending on what time of year you're visiting, you can pick strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants, plums and pumpkins.

Nearest campsite: Haltwhistle Club Site (26-minute drive*)

Crockford Bridge Farm, Surrey

Crockford Bridge Farm has a variety of fruits and vegetables waiting to be picked. From strawberries and blackcurrants to asparagus and courgettes, You’ll be able to cook up a fabulous meal with these key ingredients.

Nearest campsite: Walton on Thames Club Site (24-minute drive*)

Pick Your Own farms in Wales

Gower Pick Your Own, Swansea

Pick juicy strawberries and raspberries at Gower Pick Your Own. The family-run business has plenty to offer, from indoor pick-your-own to tabletop picking and an on-site cafe. Before heading home, remember to pick up some tasty homemade brownies or cakes for the journey.

Bellis Brothers, Wrexham

Nestled in the beautiful Dee Valley in North Wales is the charming family-run business, Bellis Brothers. This farm shop and garden centre has a Pick Your Own fruit and veg garden where visitors can find tasty strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, blackcurrants and redcurrants, as well as a variety of beans and peas.

You can also try your hand at jam making, purchase organic produce from the farm shop or buy colourful flowers from the garden centre. Remember to spare some time and visit the Strawberry Fields Restaurant, where you can enjoy a filling breakfast or lunch.

Nearest campsite: Delamere Forest Club Site (34-minute drive*)

Pick Your Own farms in Scotland

Cairnie Fruit Farm, Fife

Visit Cairnie Fruit Farm for a fun day out with the whole family. There’s plenty to do at the farm, including picking your own strawberries, cherries, raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants, brambles, pumpkins and gooseberries.

There’s also a ‘Funyard’ and maze where children can enjoy plenty of activities and challenges.

Nearest campsite: Scone Club Site (45-minute drive*)

Craigies Farm, Edinburgh

There’s plenty of fruit to pick at Craigies Farm. Pick ripe strawberries, raspberries, cherries, blackcurrants, or gooseberries. If you're visiting in the winter, you can also pick your perfect pumpkin. Picking fruit can be hard work, so enjoy a snack while the kids run around in the play area.

Nearest campsite: Lauder Club Site (40-minute drive*)

Border Berries, Rutherford

Growing strawberries and raspberries since the 1960s, Border Berry’s is a lovely family-owned business that prides itself on offering visitors the tastiest organic berries. Depending on when you visit, you’ll find strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants, tayberries and peas. If you’re feeling peckish, you can stop by the cafe and get some freshly baked goods or smoothies made out of organic fruits picked from the farm.

Nearest campsite: Lauder Club Site (30-minute drive*)

Pick Your Own farms in Northern Ireland

Finlays Place, Newtownards

Finlays Place offers a variety of pick your own fruit, including strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, blackcurrants and redcurrants. You can also purchase eucalyptus and flowers on your visit or take part in wreath making workshops.

Foxberry Fruit Farm, Derrytrasna

For generations, Foxberry Fruit Farm has led the way for the strawberry sector in Northern Ireland. Offering plenty of juicy strawberries for visitors. Head down to the farm to pick organic and tasty berries perfect for desserts, jams and a healthy snack.

Nearest campsite: Delamont Country Park Club Site (50-minute drive*)

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