Blooming Wonderful Places for Flower Picking around Harrogate

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: 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 £6.50 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: 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: 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: Arkendale, North Yorkshire – postcode HG5 0RH.

• What to pick: Cut-flower PYO and pumpkins fields – new and lovely for 2025.

• 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

• 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: Flower-PYO seasons vary (sunflowers typically summer, wildflowers late summer, etc).