Get into the spooky spirit this October half term with daily Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens running from Sunday 25th October to Saturday 31st October 2026! Hosted at the renowned woodland gardens in the New Forest near Southampton (SO45 1AZ), these drop-in sessions open daily between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM BST. Families and young crafters can drop by to design and carve their very own spooky jack-o’-lantern to take home. At just £6.00 per pumpkin, the activity offers excellent autumn value—and best of all, gardens admission is not required to participate. Fresh pumpkins and safe carving tools are fully supplied on site, and the Exbury team handles cleaning up all the mess afterwards for a hassle-free, fun Halloween experience.
Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens Dates
Schedule and operating hours for Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens:
- Event Dates: Sunday 25th October – Saturday 31st October 2026.
- Daily Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM BST (Drop-in sessions throughout the day).
What to Expect at Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens
Key highlights and activity features at Exbury Gardens:
- Drop-in Pumpkin Carving: Pick a fresh pumpkin and craft your own spooky jack-o’-lantern masterpiece to take home.
- All Equipment Provided: Fresh pumpkins and safe carving tools are fully supplied on site.
- Mess-Free Fun: The Exbury team handles cleaning up all the pumpkin guts and mess afterwards.
- No Garden Ticket Needed: Participate in the pumpkin carving session without needing to purchase full garden entry tickets.
- New Forest Setting: Enjoy the festive atmosphere within the beautiful surrounds of Exbury Gardens.
Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens Tickets
Official ticket pricing and activity details:
- Price per Pumpkin: £6.00 per pumpkin.
- Gardens Admission: Gardens admission is not required to take part in the pumpkin carving sessions.
- Supervision: Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens Address
Location and travel routes to Exbury Gardens:
Exbury Gardens Location
Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Exbury, Southampton, Hampshire SO45 1AZ.
How to Get to Exbury Gardens
- By Car: Located in the New Forest; follow the A326 from Southampton/Totton, turning off onto the B3054 towards Beaulieu and following signs for Exbury.
- By Public Transport: Local bus services connect nearby New Forest villages and Hythe, with taxi connections available from Beaulieu Road or Brockenhurst rail stations.
Exbury Gardens Accessibility & Facilities
Site amenities and visitor details:
- Visitor Facilities: On-site tearoom, gift shop, plant center, accessible toilets, and baby changing facilities.
- Accessibility: Level access and gravel pathways across main visitor areas; accessible facilities available.
Exbury Gardens Parking
Parking information for visitors:
- On-Site Parking: Free customer parking is provided on site directly adjacent to the main visitor entrance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Pumpkin Carving at Exbury Gardens taking place?
- The event runs daily throughout October half term from Sunday 25th October to Saturday 31st October 2026, with drop-in sessions open from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM BST.
- Where is Exbury Gardens located?
- Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is located in Exbury, near Beaulieu and Southampton, Hampshire (SO45 1AZ).
- How much does the pumpkin carving cost?
- The session costs £6.00 per pumpkin.
- Do I need to pay for gardens admission to carve a pumpkin?
- No, gardens admission is not required if you are only taking part in the pumpkin carving sessions.
- Do I need to book in advance?
- No booking is required; these are drop-in sessions running throughout the day from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM BST.
- Are pumpkins and tools provided?
- Yes, fresh pumpkins and safe carving tools are fully provided on site.
- Do staff help clean up after carving?
- Yes, the Exbury team handles cleaning up all the pumpkin guts and mess afterwards.
- Can children take their carved pumpkin home?
- Yes, participants get to take their completed carved pumpkin home for Halloween.
- Are children required to be supervised?
- Yes, children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
- Is parking available at Exbury Gardens?
- Yes, free customer parking is available on site directly adjacent to the main visitor entrance.