Pick Your Own Fruit FAQ

Come along and enjoy the countryside and the freshest fruits
How much does it cost?

Entry is free of charge; you only pay for the amount of fruit you pick. At the end of your visit, come back to the hut where your fruit will be weighed. Our prices per kilo are displayed on the blackboard near the entrance.

Can we use our own containers?

Yes, we have always welcomed you bringing your own punnetts (ice cream tub, yoghurt pot etc.) just ask the staff to weigh them before you start picking.

We will deduct the weight of the container at the end, so you don’t pay for its weight. 

Do you supply containers?

Yes, we supply containers, but to reduce waste we encourage you to bring your own.

Do you accept debit/credit cards?

We accept both debit and credit cards.

How can I find out what produce is available to pick?

For a full list of what is currently available for picking, please check our front page. We also send updates to our mailing list.

Where can I find the various crops for picking?

Our staff at the PYO will point you in the right direction for the particular crop you are picking.

Usually, the further you go, the better the fruit gets.

Can I eat the fruit while I pick?

Please do not eat the fruit in the fields. Many Pick Your Own farms have gone out of business due to excessive eating, and we are on the cusp of doing so ourselves. Eating is theft, and offenders will be asked to leave.

Once you have paid for the fruit, you are very welcome to enjoy it on the premises in our picnic and recreation areas.

How much can I pick?

You can pick as much or as little as you like.

Please do not pick fruit and then abandon it before paying, it causes unnecessary waste and is unfair on other customers who may struggle to find fruit on the bushes as a result. If you are worried about over-picking, please ask staff beforehand for a cost estimate of what your container will hold.

Is fruit suitable for freezing?

Raspberries, blackcurrants and blackberries are all suitable for freezing. Strawberries can be frozen but they will lose all their texture once thawed. However, they can still be used to make sauces, jams and smoothies etc.

Can I get a pram/wheelchair in the fields?

Pram or wheelchair access is possible, however, please be aware that adverse weather conditions may affect accessibility.

Can I bring a picnic?

We are happy for you to bring a picnic to the farm but ask that you eat it in the picnic area provided.

Do you have a café onsite?

We serve local ice cream and a variety of drinks from the hut.

Do you have toilets?

Yes

Can I bring my dog?

We welcome dogs in the car park and near the picnic area when on a lead, but not in the fruit fields.

Please note:

Children under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
All rubbish must be removed from the farm.
We reserve the right to refuse entry and to remove people from the farm.

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