Blooming Wonderful Places for Flower Picking around Harrogate

Mar 11
2 min read

Whether you’re looking to wander through fields of wildflowers, pick a bouquet of sunflowers, or enjoy a farm outing with a side of ice-cream, there are some brilliant spots within easy reach of Harrogate. Here are our top picks for flower picking in Harrogate:

1. Mallard Grange Farm

Location & postcode: Mallard Grange Farm, Aldfield, near Fountains Abbey, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3BE.
What to pick: They run a “Flower Field” PYO experience - wildflowers, tulips sunflowers and pumpkins, depending on the season.
Pricing: From about £8 as a starting price for pick-your-own wildflowers.
Why it’s great: Close to Harrogate, family-friendly, relaxed countryside setting. It’s ideal for a leisurely afternoon with the kids or a calm outing with a friend.

2. Birchfield Farm

Location & postcode: Birchfield Farm, Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 4JS.
What to pick: They offer tulip fields, sunflowers, Strawberries and other farm-based PYO activities depending on the season.
Pricing: Example: Entry to the tulip field for one season was £2 per person, and individual stems cost about £1 each.
Why it’s great: Combines flower-picking with a full farm day out - animals, ice-cream, play areas. Great for families wanting more than just the blooms.

3. Blooming Sheep

Location & postcode: Pop Up Patch, , High Snape Farm, Follifoot Lane, Kirkby Overblow, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 1EZ.
What to pick: Wildflowers in the meadow - you can pick your own bouquet. Plus fun extras like meeting the sheep (the friendly Valais Blacknose breed!).
Pricing: around £7 for a jam jar bouquet and £20 for a bucketed bouquet.
Why it’s great: Unusual twist with the sheep, relaxing meadow setting, great for couples or families wanting something a bit different.

4. Pop Up Patch

Location & postcode: Pop Up Patch, Westfield Farm, York Road, Sutton on the Forest, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 1EN.
What to pick: PYO sunflowers, wildflowers, vegetables, plus playground and maze.
Pricing: Summer: £10 per family entry (includes sunflowers, playground, etc). Additional items to pick and buy.
Why it’s great: Slightly further afield (near York) but a full-day outing option with kids, flowers + fun. Ideal if you’re also exploring the York area.

5. The Hidden Flowering Farm

Location & postcode: The Hidden Flowering Farm, Arkendale, North Yorkshire, HG5 0RH.
What to pick: Cut-flower PYO and pumpkins fields - new in 2025 and back in spring 2026.
Pricing: “just pay for what you pick” - no fixed entry.
Why it’s great: Up-and-coming, good value and very local. Great for a spontaneous outing.

Tips & Practicalities for flower picking in Harrogate

Bring appropriate clothing: Outdoor fields, uneven ground. Good footwear recommended. If you saw my stories you'll know I didn't follow my own advice!
Check opening dates & field status: Some fields may change crops or close when flowers are finished.
Wrapping & containers: Many farms wrap your stems or provide buckets/scissors, but it’s worth checking.
Time your visit: Early in the morning or weekday visits may be quieter.
Make a full outing of it: Many of these farms also offer café/ice-cream/animals, so bring time to linger.
Photography friendly: Fields make for beautiful photos, perfect for Instagram.
Mind the season: Check their individual websites. Flower/PYO seasons vary (sunflowers typically summer, wildflowers late summer, etc).