We've found all the best spots in the county to pick your own pumpkin this year.

Pumpkins are synonymous with the change of the season. From Starbucks' Pumpkin Spiced Lattes to a nice home made and hearty soup, there is so much you can do with the cultivated winter squash. For many though, the biggest use of the orange vegetable is carving into Jack-o'-lanterns for October 31st. These spooky creations are popular all over the world now, but did you know they had their origins in Irish traditions and also with our own Punkie Night celebrations?

Picking your own pumpkin in October can be a great fun activity for the whole family before going home and getting creative. We've found five fantastic places across Somerset which offer PYO options so you can find the perfect canvas for your spooky design. Watch this space too, as more are soon to be added.

Charlton Orchards

Creech St Michael

Whilst renowned for their delicious apples, Charlton Orchards also grow a wide variety of other produce including everyone's favourite orange squash. They'll have them available for purchase from the beginning of October, with a patch of PYO open from the middle of the month.

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Noah's Ark Zoo

Wraxall

Use the mini wheelbarrows to navigate pumpkin corner and you might even choose a perfect pumpkin to take home. Pumpkins from the pumpkin corner start at £3 and are also available from the farm shop. This is part of their wider half-term Halloween events including bird of prey displays.

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Farrington's

Farrington Gurney

Not satisfied with just a pumpkin patch, Farrington's are having a whole festival dedicated to the vegetable. They've grown an incredible 100 000 pumpkins this year so you'll definitely be able to find the perfect one for you somewhere. There will also be the option to carve whilst you are there.

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Puxton Park

Hewish

Another half-term celebration that will bring fun for the whole family. As well as spooky discos and magic shows, they will have a pumpkin patch for your tykes to run around in finding the perfect pumpkin for carving.

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Frogmary Green Farm

South Petherton

This delightful farm is the perfect place to relax with a drink or a bite to eat with a great cut flower shop too. Every year they celebrate the Autumn's arrival with a picking patch perfect for the whole family.

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Palette and Pasture

nr Frome

This year at Palette and Pasture promises to be bigger than ever, with many varieties of pumpkin to choose from. Whilst normally known for their delicious ice cream, they are a great place to get in the Autumn mood with other attractions to enjoy on your visit.

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Thurloxton Farm

Taunton

Back by popular demand, the farm are excited to announce that they will have a dedicated carving barn too so you can warm up and get creative after wandering the field. They're already open for booking so act quick to avoid disappointment.

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