Things to with the kids in Bristol this Autumn – Part 2
Read on to find where to watch fireworks near Bristol. (Image: Jonas Von Werne via Unsplash)
With Autumn now in full swing this is the second part in our two-part guide for family-friendly things to do in Bristol this Autumn. Find out where you can pick your own pumpkin and where to watch fireworks on bonfire night this year...
Pumpkin Picking in Bristol
One of the joys of Autumn is the harvest and there are a few places you can go and pick your own Pumpkin near Bristol this year…
Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park has a whole load of pumpkin related fun for you to enjoy alongside picking your own! (Image: Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park)
Farrington's Farm
It’s time to dust off your welly boots ready for the annual Pumpkin Festival at Farrington's Farm! Open every day of October from the 1st right through to the 30th. Farmer Ross planted thousands of pumpkin seeds back in the spring and the whopping 17 ACRE (yep it’s really that big) pumpkin patch is now covered in pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and colours. There are all sorts of wonderful varieties to choose from including your classic orange ‘Cinderella’ pumpkins, white ‘ghost’ pumpkins, knobbly ‘knucklehead’ pumpkins, tasty crown prince and lots more… There’s more than just pumpkin picking though! With a whole host of seasonal entertainment planned. From an onsite dedicated pumpkin carving tent so you can leave the mess on the farm (£1.50 to purchase a carving kit) and a straw pool built by Farmer Andy – which is open for kids to play and jump around in (free to enjoy) to tractor & trailer rides (£1 per person) and lot’s more including the pop up fun fair. The play barn at the farm will also be open. See their website to book and find out more.
There’s not only pumpkin picking at Farrington's Farm but tractor rides and lots more!
Farrington's Farm
It’s time to dust off your welly boots ready for the annual Pumpkin Festival at Farrington's Farm! Open every day of October from the 1st right through to the 30th. Farmer Ross planted thousands of pumpkin seeds back in the spring and the whopping 17 ACRE (yep it’s really that big) pumpkin patch is now covered in pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and colours. There are all sorts of wonderful varieties to choose from including your classic orange ‘Cinderella’ pumpkins, white ‘ghost’ pumpkins, knobbly ‘knucklehead’ pumpkins, tasty crown prince and lots more… There’s more than just pumpkin picking though! With a whole host of seasonal entertainment planned. From an onsite dedicated pumpkin carving tent so you can leave the mess on the farm (£1.50 to purchase a carving kit) and a straw pool built by Farmer Andy – which is open for kids to play and jump around in (free to enjoy) to tractor & trailer rides (£1 per person) and lot’s more including the pop up fun fair. The play barn at the farm will also be open. See their website to book and find out more.
There’s no limit to the amount of pumpkins you can pick in your two hour session at Palette and Pasture’s pumpkin festival!
Palette & Pasture
Palette and Pasture is based at Pyle Farm, in the village of Trudoxhill, on the outskirts of Frome. They are known for their gelato made from the dairy herd at the farm but this year they are opening up their pumpkin patch again for you to come and pick your own! There’s no limit to the amount of pumpkins you can pick on your so this is the best value based on the ticket price. They have a huge selection of exciting pumpkin varieties to choose from this year. The bouncy castle inflatables will be open (but weather permitting) and the ice cream parlour will be providing refreshments in the parlour and up by the pumpkin patch. Tickets start at £1 per person for the two hour picking session – under threes go free and there’s a selection of discounted prices if you are going as a group. Find out more and book via their website.
Bristol Bonfire Night Celebrations
As the nights draw in, it's time to wrap up warm and enjoy some bonfire night celebrations and fireworks…
Enjoy a fireworks display to music from world-class world-class pyrotechnics and special effects company Advark FX at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park.
Fireworks to Music at Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park
Take the whole family down to Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park on either Friday 4th November or Saturday the 5th for their fireworks display to music from world-class pyrotechnics and special effects company Advark FX. The site is open from 5–9pm with the display set to start at 7pm. There will be food and drink available on site along with a fun fair. Dress for cold weather and wellies/ sensible footwear advised! Tickets sell out fast so we recommend purchasing tickets in advance to avoid any disappointment. There will be parking available which you need to book at the time you get your tickets. Tickets are £9.50 per person and parking is £5.
Old Down Country Park’s Low Noise Fireworks
Taking place over three evenings from the 3rd–5th November with the gates opening at 5pm. It’s set to be a fun family night out with a blazing bonfire and 12-minute display of low-noise fireworks to music! The bonfire will be lit at 6pm and the firework display starts at 6.30pm and there will be food and drink available from 5.30pm. This is another popular event and tickets are only available in advance so book early to avoid disappointment.
There’s no entry fee to the Bradley Stoke Town Council’s firework display but there will be collection boxes around the site for donations to charity.
Bradley Stoke Fireworks Display 2022
Bradley Stoke Town Council are hosting their annual fireworks display on Sunday 6th November. Taking place at The Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke. There’s no entry fee but there will be collection boxes around the site for donations to charity. You’re advised to park in Willow Brook Car Park and walk to the fireworks (about ten mins). See the council website for more information on timings.
