Lyons Gate Holiday Park, Dorset – Athelhampton House & Gardens

Tucked away in the Dorset countryside, Athelhampton House & Gardens is a beautiful historic house surrounded by stunning gardens.

Explore the house, wander through the grounds and enjoy a slower paced day discovering a little piece of Dorset’s history. It’s a great choice for anyone looking to swap the busy tourist attractions for a relaxing countryside day out.

Pegwell Bay Holiday Park, Ramsgate – Ramsgate Tunnels

There’s much more underneath Ramsgate than you might expect!

Ramsgate is home to an incredible network of underground tunnels that tell the story of the town and the people who sheltered there during the Second World War.

It’s a fascinating attraction for adults and older children and offers the chance to discover a completely different side of this popular seaside town.

Orchard Views Holiday Park, Romney Marsh – The Dungeness Sound Mirrors

For something really unusual, head towards Dungeness and discover the incredible Sound Mirrors.

These enormous concrete structures were built as an early warning system to detect approaching aircraft before radar was invented.

Today, they stand as one of the most unusual reminders of Britain’s military history and make a fascinating stop while exploring the unique landscape around Dungeness.

Eastern Beach Holiday Park, Caister-on-Sea – Caister Roman Fort

You don’t have to travel far from Caister-on-Sea to discover almost 2,000 years of history.

The remains of Caister Roman Fort offer visitors the opportunity to discover part of the area’s Roman past. It’s an interesting little stop to add to a day exploring Caister and the surrounding Norfolk coast.

It’s also a great reminder that there’s much more to this part of Norfolk than its fantastic beaches!

Wylands Farm, Battle – Battle Museum of Local History

A stay at Wylands Farm might be all about peaceful countryside, fishing and switching off from everyday life, but you’re also perfectly placed to explore the historic town of Battle.

For a lesser known stop, head to Battle Museum of Local History. The museum tells the story of the town and surrounding area, with collections stretching back hundreds of years.

You can then spend some time exploring Battle’s historic High Street, independent shops and cafés before returning to the peace and quiet of Wylands Farm.

Make a day of it

Entry to Sharnfold Farm is just £7.45 per person when booked online in advance, giving you access to the entire farm as well as our Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch.

Spend the day exploring our play areas, meeting the farm animals, enjoying a bite to eat in the café and making the most of everything the farm has to offer. Whether you visit the pumpkin patch first or save it until the end of your visit, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained.

Bringing your dog?

We know many of our visitors love sharing days out with their four-legged friends, and we’d love for them to enjoy the autumn atmosphere too. However, as our Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch is located within the farm and close to our animals, dogs are not permitted inside the pumpkin patch or on the farm.

This helps us protect our pumpkins, maintain the highest standards of animal welfare and ensure everyone can enjoy a safe and welcoming experience. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

When can I visit?

Our Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch is open every weekend from 3 October until 18 October.

If you’re visiting later in the month, don’t worry! Our Sharnfold Spooktacular returns during October half term, where you can enjoy our Halloween-themed trail and even add a Pumpkin Carving Experience to your visit.

Book your visit

The Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch is one of our most popular seasonal attractions, so we recommend booking your tickets in advance to avoid missing out.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Sharnfold Farm this autumn and help you find the perfect pumpkin for your home, your Halloween celebrations and those all-important autumn photographs!

How your day works

Your ticket gives you access to the farm from 10:00am until 4:00pm, so you can enjoy a full day out. The only timed part of your visit is your Pumpkin Carving Experience, if you’ve booked one.

When you arrive, simply head to either our Pre-booked Admissions or On the Day Admissions desk to collect your wristband.

Before setting off on the trail, we recommend visiting the toilets or grabbing one of our delicious seasonal drinks from the café, as there are no toilet facilities part way around the trail.

Children will also be offered an activity sheet at check in, packed with fun things to spot and complete as they explore the Halloween trail.

If you’ve booked pumpkin carving, please arrive at the Sussex Barn five minutes before your allocated time slot.

Each carving session lasts 45 minutes, allowing our team time to clean and prepare for the next group. Please note that pumpkin carving is a standing activity. If you or a member of your party has accessibility requirements, please let us know before your visit and we’ll do our best to help.

Before your visit

To help you make the most of your day, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Sharnfold Farm is an outdoor attraction, so please dress for the weather. October can bring sunshine, wind and rain, all in the same day!
• If wet weather is forecast, we recommend bringing wellies, as some paths may become muddy.
• We make every effort to keep the trail accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs, although some areas may be more challenging in wet conditions.
• Due to fire safety regulations and limited space, pushchairs are not permitted inside the Sussex Barn. A designated buggy parking area will be available nearby.
• During particularly busy carving sessions, we may need to limit entry to one accompanying adult (non-carver) per carver to ensure everyone has enough space.
• We do not have storage facilities for carved pumpkins. If you’re driving, you’re welcome to return your pumpkin to your car and then re-enter the farm by showing your wristband.

Book your Halloween adventure

Whether you’re following the Halloween trail, carving your perfect pumpkin or simply enjoying a family day out on the farm, there’s plenty of spooky fun waiting for you this October Half Term.

We recommend booking in advance, especially for the Pumpkin Carving Experience, as time slots are limited and often sell out.

For more information or to book your tickets, please visit our Events page. We can’t wait to celebrate Halloween with you at Sharnfold Farm!

Discover Dog Friendly Beaches Near Snettisham Holiday Park

For dog owners who love visiting Norfolk, holiday home ownership at Snettisham Holiday Park makes it easier to enjoy regular breaks by the beach. Snettisham is ideally located to explore the West Norfolk Coastline and attractions.

Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of owning a holiday home. With an owner’s only community, you benefit from familiar faces, well-maintained surroundings and long-term enjoyment.

Hunstanton

Known for its striped cliffs and beautiful sunsets, Hunstanton offers plenty of opportunities for dog walks along the coast. It is worth noting that dog restrictions do apply to parts of Hunstanton beach between 1st April and 31st October. However, Old Hunstanton Beach welcomes dogs all year round.

Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea is a picturesque seaside town surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery. Part of the Holkham Bay, dogs are welcome on the beach year-round. The golden stretch of the beach offers a huge sandy playground for your furry friend and stretches for miles.

Discover Dog Friendly Beaches Near Eastern Beach Holiday Park

Holiday home ownership at Eastern Beach Holiday Park means you can enjoy more time by the sea whenever you like. With direct coastal access, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your time with your dog.

Invest in your leisure time, wake up to the sound of waves, and enjoy the slower pace of life by the sea. Additionally, you will make lifelong friends in our holiday homeowner’s community.

Caister-on-Sea

Caister Beach is one of the most dog-friendly beaches on the Norfolk coast, with no restrictions all year round. Backed by lovely sand dunes, the sandy shore is perfect for spontaneous seaside walks without having to travel far from Eastern Beach.

Contact The Family Parks Group

If you’re looking at purchasing a holiday home in the UK, contact The Family Parks Group. With a number of family holiday parks in Kent, East Sussex, Dorset and Norfolk, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Pack Less and Relax More

We all know how much preparation can go into packing for a holiday, especially when you’re travelling with children.

With your own holiday home, you can keep many of your essentials there ready for your next visit. Clothes, toiletries, children’s toys, games and all those little things you normally have to squeeze into the car can already be waiting for you.

That means less time packing and more time enjoying your break.

No Searching for Somewhere to Stay

Finding the perfect accommodation can be one of the most time consuming parts of planning a holiday.

When you own a holiday home, you already know where you’re staying. There’s no scrolling through accommodation, comparing prices or worrying that your favourite location might be fully booked.

Your home away from home is ready and waiting for your next visit.

Create Your Own Home Away from Home

Perhaps one of the best things about holiday home ownership is having somewhere that feels like yours from the moment you arrive.

It’s a familiar place where you can switch off, spend quality time with the people who matter most and create memories you’ll look back on for years to come.

From sunny summer afternoons to cosy autumn weekends, your holiday home can become somewhere the whole family looks forward to returning to again and again.

Halloween & Autumn Magic

Of course, the pumpkins are only part of what makes our Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch so special.

Every year we spend time designing and creating the autumn displays, Halloween decorations and themed photo backdrops that visitors know and love. Some favourites return each year after a little refresh, while others are brand new, giving families even more opportunities to capture those perfect autumn memories.

The busy weeks are still to come

As October approaches, our busiest weeks begin. Our team installs all of the decorations and photo props throughout the patch, prepares the payment hut and gets everything ready to welcome visitors.

Finally, once the pumpkins have reached the perfect size, they are carefully cut from the vines and placed throughout the Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch, ready for families to wander through the field and choose their favourites.

What makes it all worthwhile

Seeing the finished pumpkin patch filled with smiling families makes all the hard work worthwhile, and we can’t wait to welcome you this autumn.

Our Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch opens every weekend from 3rd October until 18th October, before the return of Sharnfold Spooktacular during October half term.

Find the Stay That’s Right for You

At The Family Parks Group, there’s something for everyone.

Stay in one of our holiday homes, enjoy a break in a chalet or get even closer to nature with a camping getaway at one of our holiday parks.

For a coastal escape

Enjoy the sea air with a stay at Eastern Beach Holiday Park and Belle Aire Holiday Park, perfectly positioned for exploring the Norfolk coast and nearby Great Yarmouth.

For a countryside retreat

Head to Wylands Farm in East Sussex, where you can stay in a cosy chalet, camp in the countryside or enjoy a lakeside fishing escape in one of our pods.

For an autumn camping adventure

Pack up the campervan, caravan or tent and enjoy a break at Lyons Gate Holiday Park in the Dorset countryside, with plenty of fantastic attractions and days out nearby.

For exploring the Kent coast

Make New Romney Holiday Park your base for an autumn camping getaway and discover the beautiful Kent coastline, from nearby Greatstone Beach to the open landscapes and hidden gems of Romney Marsh.

However you like to holiday, our parks give you the perfect base to slow down, explore somewhere new and make the most of an autumn break in the UK.

Save 10% on Your Autumn Getaway

We’re making autumn an even better time to get away with 10% off selected holidays at participating locations.

Simply use code TFPGAUTUMN when booking to receive 10% off eligible stays up until 23rd October.

Whether it’s a last minute weekend away, a September or October escape or a chance to spend some quality time with the family, don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy an autumn staycation for less.

Book your autumn getaway today and discover why this is one of our favourite times of year to holiday in the UK.

We are proud to work in partnership with Children’s Respite Trust

We are honoured to support a charity that makes such a meaningful difference to so many local families, and we look forward to seeing everything they achieve in the future.

As part of our partnership, we are delighted to be hosting the Children’s Respite Trust Christmas Market and Wreath Making Event at Sharnfold Farm on 27th November 2026. We hope many of you will join us for a wonderful festive day while helping to raise vital funds for this incredible charity.

How you can help

There are lots of ways you can support Children’s Respite Trust and help make a real difference to local families.

Attend one of their fundraising events
Join us at the Children’s Respite Trust Christmas Market and Wreath Making Event at Sharnfold Farm on 27th November 2026.

Make a donation
Whether it’s a one off gift or a regular donation, every contribution helps Children’s Respite Trust continue providing respite care, family support and specialist services for children with additional needs.

Buy a raffle ticket
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Spread the word
One of the simplest ways to help is by sharing the charity’s story. Follow Children’s Respite Trust on social media, tell your friends and family about their work and help raise awareness of the support they provide to local families.

Together, we can help ensure Children’s Respite Trust continues to provide life-changing support to children and families when they need it most.

To find out more about Children’s Respite Trust and their upcoming events, please visit their website.

The fun doesn’t stop there, we still have an exciting line up of events to look forward to before the year is over!

On 20^th September, Bluey and Bingo will be making a special appearance at Sharnfold Farm for a fun-filled day that little fans won’t want to miss.

Then, from 3^rd October to 18^th October, our popular Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch returns every weekend. Wander through hundreds of pumpkins in all shapes and sizes, find your perfect pumpkin and capture some unforgettable autumn memories with our seasonal displays and photo opportunities.

As October Half Term arrives, so does one of our favourite events of the year, Sharnfold Spooktacular. Follow our Halloween-themed trail, discover spooky surprises along the way and, for an additional charge, enjoy our Pumpkin Carving Experience, where little ones can create their very own Halloween masterpiece to take home.

Finally, we’ll round off the year with plenty of festive cheer as our much loved Christmas Trail returns in December, bringing seasonal magic to the farm for families to enjoy together.

Numerous Tourist Attractions

Wherever you decide to stay in the UK, there are plenty of places to visit. If you’re thinking of booking a stay in Kent, visit Camber Castle, Folkestone Museum, or walk the North Downs Way National Trail. For those booking a stay in Norfolk, visit Thrigby Hall & Wildlife Gardens, Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, or stroll along Caister-on-Sea Beach.

Additionally, if you’re booking a stay in Dorset, our Lyons Gate Holiday Park has several fishing lakes for all ages and abilities. Alternatively, explore the local area and visit Monkey World or see the iconic Durdle Door. For booking a stay in East Sussex, unleash your inner adventurer at Go Ape Bedgebury, or explore the caves at Smugglers Adventure Park.

No matter which of our parks you choose, there is a huge range of things to do nearby!

Easy Travel with Children

Planning a holiday abroad with children can be stressful. For young families, travelling across the UK eases the stress, reduces disruptions and eliminates lengthy airport waits. To add to this, holidaying in the UK means you can pack everything you need without worrying about luggage limitations. You can also take pit stops as often as you like.

When you arrive, you will have everything you need for your holiday. With a range of different facilities onsite at all our static caravan parks, you can make your getaway feel like home.