Nothing brings more joy than a fresh bunch of blooms and, come summertime, all we can think about is picking up a glorious bunch of golden-hued sunflowers. So we’ve rounded up seven of the UK’s best sunflower fields to pick the perfect bouquet (and an aesthetic photo or two).
Garsons Esher
Brighten your day with a trip to Garsons Esher’s glorious sunflower fields.
We’ve covered Garsons Esher’s wonderful PYO (pick your own) selection before but we want to draw your attention specifically to their bursting sunflower fields, which have just opened for 2024.
Located just a stone’s throw away from the big smoke, Garsons Esher boasts field upon field of towering sunflowers. There are also blackberries, flourishing fruit and veggies to pick yourself too.
Located just a stone’s throw away from the big smoke, Garsons Esher boasts field upon field of towering sunflowers.
WINTERDOWN ROAD, ESHER, SURREY KT10 8LS
www.garsons.co.uk
Blooming Green
Calling all flower lovers: head on out to Blooming Green in Maidstone to explore endless petal possibilities at their pick-your-own flower farm.
Cousins Bek and Jen first launched the company back in 2007 and now grow and sell flowers and foliage for weddings, parties and celebrations, but it’s their Loddington Farm location that is still the beating heart of the business and has its own PYO section for floral fans to pick until their heart’s content.
Running every Saturday from late June through to mid-October, you’ll be given an hour to snip your favourite flowers into your buckets – wrapping is also now included in the price.
As for the best time to pick sunflowers here, it’s best to check with them directly at the start of August.
Loddington Farm, Linton, Maidstone, Kent ME17 4AG
www.bloominggreenflowers.co.uk
Hitchin Lavender
A lavender farm isn’t typically where you’d expect to see row upon row of bright yellow sunflowers, but Hitchin Lavender has other ideas.
Located in Herts, the lavender haven is abrim with purple-hued fields just awaiting your discovery, but stroll a little further down the path, and you’ll find a sunflower and wildflower field ready to explore. Pack a picnic, explore the fields and have a colourful day trip in the countryside.
Pack a picnic, explore the fields and have a colourful day trip in the countryside.
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, Herts SG5 3UA
www.hitchinlavender.com
Sam’s Sunflowers, Hayling Island
With “hoe downs, line dancing, dog nights, swing grills, live music” and more, Sam’s Sunflower Fields sounds like a very happening spot to visit, with a side of blooms. While the fields are yet to open for 2024 (they’re due to open later this month/early August), it’s definitely worth the wait.
Expect hoe downs, line dancing, dog nights, swing grills, live music, and more.
The farm, located on Hayling Island, boasts sweeping countryside and endless fields of seasonal vegetables, fresh hay and sunflowers. Book in to pick your own favourite sunflower heads.
77 Havant Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire PO11 0PT
www.stokefruitfarm.co.uk
Vine House Farm
Slotted in the heart of Lincolnshire, Vine House Farm boasts a whopping 100 acres worth of sunflowers on the farm, just perfect for the sunny summer months.
Take a look at their website for dates when their sunflower walks resume next month and explore the best of the farm and golden fields of flowers. They also host several walks throughout the year, where you’ll learn how to grow your own bird seed and see firsthand how the farm runs, plus spot a few species of breeding birds too.
Deeping St Nicholas, Spalding, Lincolnshire PE11 3DG
www.vinehousefarm.co.uk
Cotswold Farm Park
Venture a little further afield and spend the weekend at Cotswold Farm Park. The farm’s Summer Flower Festival runs from 20 July to 31 August, making it the perfect time to visit. Make sure to book your tickets before they sell out though.
You can pick your own sunflowers, and enjoy the slew of arts & crafts goodness.
On the farm you can pick your own sunflowers, and enjoy the slew of arts & crafts goodness, with accessible facilities ensuring smooth navigation and accessibility for wheelchairs, strollers, and individuals with mobility challenges.
Guiting Power, Cheltenham GL54 5FL
www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk
The Pop-Up Farm
Add a splash of sunshine to your day with a trip to The Pop Up Farm in St Albans – just 15 miles from London.
Every year thousands of pick-your-own lovers come marching over to St Albans for The Pop-Up Farms extensive seasonal takeovers, from sweetcorn to pumpkins, right through to the sunny sunflowers.
Sadly the pop-up hasn’t reopened for this sunflower season just yet but keep up to date on their website for more details.
M1 Junction 9, Flamstead, St Albans AL3 8HT
www.thepopupfarm.co.uk
