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There’s something simply beautiful about the changing colours of the trees during autumn. Stunning scenes of burnt reds, oranges and yellows beautifully contrast the grey skies and low sun. Getting outdoors does wonders for our wellbeing, and adventures in mother nature excite little ones, especially when you view the falling leaves from Standalone farm fields.
We are thrilled to invite you and your family to our very first pumpkin patch event! Make new memories as you stroll through our pumpkin patch and enjoy countless photo opportunities along the way. Explore a wide selection of pumpkins in various sizes, perfect for picking and picture-taking - be sure to tag us in your photos!
Our Pumpkin Patch peeps will receive a 50% discount on farm entry for the same day. Children under 2 years old can attend the event for free and do not require a ticket.
We love this time of year and after a blustery walk around the patch, come and enjoy a coffee and slice of cake. We regularly get a batch of freshly baked goods and with everything from tiered chocolate cakes to brownies, seasonal cakes and cookies, these indulgent treats are the best. Pop into our Greenway Café for daily specials- but when they’re gone, they’re gone!
Now let us hear you say “take me to the pumpkin patch”. We can’t wait to see you. Pre-book your tickets online here.
Applications for children due to start at secondary and upper school in September 2025 are now open.
The easiest way to apply for a school place is to visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/admissions and complete the online application form.
Last year, more than 94 per cent of children in Hertfordshire secured a position in one of their top four school choices.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 31st October 2024. It is vital that parents make their applications on time.
At Home Farm Live
2nd June
- 29th September
Home Farm, Elstree
Short Tail Trail
(FREE)
6th July
- 12th September
Keech Hospice Care, Luton
Hitchin's Toy Story Exhibit
(FREE)
13th July
- 22nd September
North Herts Museum, North Hertfordshire Museum, Brand Street, Hitchin
Upfest Art House
4th August
- 15th September
Ashridge House, Berkhamsted
Potato Shindig
7th September
- 29th September
Willows Activity Farm, St Albans
Ayot St Peter Church Open Day
(FREE)
7th September
- 14th September
Ayot St Peter Church, Welwyn
Heritage Open Days in Royston
(FREE)
7th September
- 15th September
Royston Museum, Royston
Grapes & Babes - A Wine Tasting for Local Parents
11th September
Kite at The Red Hart, HITCHIN
Lister MNVP Information and Feedback Call
11th September
Virtual Event
Hitchin Ghost Walks
11th September
Hitchin Town, Hitchin
Heritage Open Weekend at The British Schools Museum
13th September
- 15th September
British Schools Museum, Hitchin
My First Festival ARTventure (3-6months)
13th September
Ignite Studios, Biggleswade
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
13th September
- 15th September
Shuttleworth, Biggleswade
Where the Wild Things are- toddler music, story and face painting session
14th September
North Herts Museum, Hitchin
Pirton Preschool Stay and Play
14th September
Pirton preschool, Pirton
Brambleton Model Railway Club Autumn Open Day
14th September
Brambleton Model Railway Club, Harpenden
Health & Wellbeing Day
(FREE)
14th September
Hitchin Market Place, Hitchin
Duxford Battle of Britain Airshow
14th September
- 15th September
IWM Duxford, Duxford
Harpenden Food and Drink Festival
(FREE)
14th September
High Street, The Common & Rothamsted Park, Harpenden
Hitchin Games and Picnic
14th September
Bancroft Park, Hitchin
Picnic for Palestine
(FREE)
14th September
Fairlands Valley Park, Stevenage
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
14th September
- 15th September
Knebworth House & Gardens, Stevenage
Brambleton Model Railway Club Autumn Open Day
14th September
Brambleton Model Railway Club, Harpenden
Heritage Open Days; St Albans Clock Tower
(FREE)
14th September
- 15th September
St Albans Clock Tower, St Albans
Heritage Open Days; St Peter's Church
(FREE)
14th September
St Peter's Church, St Albans
Heritage Open Days: Verulamium Mueum
(FREE)
14th September
Verulamium Museum, St Albans
Heritage Open Days: Welwyn Roman Baths
(FREE)
14th September
Welwyn Roman Baths, Welwyn
Dinosaur Day
15th September
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Aylesbury
Hitchin Minis Rugby Open Day
(FREE)
15th September
Hitchin Rugby Club, Letchworth Garden City
Summerfields Miniature Railway - Running Day
15th September
Summerfields Miniature Railway, Bedford
Triangle Garden Summer Fete
(FREE)
15th September
Ransoms Recreation Ground, Hitchin
Heritage Open Days: Mill Green Museum
(FREE)
15th September
Mill Green Museum, Hatfield