It’s been a busy and beautiful summer at Castle Farm. Our lavender harvest is now underway, with the flowers being cut and taken straight to our on-site distillery to be transformed into essential oil. It marks the peak of lavender season — but the colour and activity on the farm are far from over....
We’re excited to welcome you back to our Sunflower Patch for another summer of colour, sunshine and countryside walks at Castle Farm (opening date TBA). Following the lavender harvest, our flower fields continue to offer something special – and nothing says late summer quite like a field full of bright, golden sunflowers!
For centuries this glorious golden bloom has symbolised happiness and positivity - so bring the family and get some lovely summer sunshine photos when they burst into bloom! See all the details below;
🌼 When & Where
The Sunflower Patch will open from early August 2025 (but exact dates are TBC as the flowering is very weather dependent), with access on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundaysfrom 10am – 4pm (last entry 3:30pm).
We’ll remain open until the patch is picked out, so make sure to visit while the blooms are at their best. Keep an eye on our website and social channels for confirmed opening dates. (Last year we were sold out in two weekends!)
🎟 Entry Details for the Sunflower Patch
You do not need to pre book your tickets... you can pay for entry on arrival at the sunflower patch. Please note - no entry fee required to visit the farm shop, or just to view the sunflowers from the footpaths.
- Ages 0–2: Free
- Ages 3–12: £1 each
- Ages 12+ & Adults: £3 each
🌻 Pick-Your-Own Sunflowers
Our sunflower patch is designed for picking!
- £1 per sunflower stem
- Secateurs hire: £5 deposit (refundable against picked stems), or you can bring your own
- A farm team member will be on hand to advise where you will find the best blooms
This is a lovely hands-on summer activity, and sunflowers make a great seasonal gift or table decoration.
📸 What to Expect
- A charming vintage tractor will be positioned in the patch for great family photos
- An area planted with sunflowers for strolling, exploring, and taking in the views
- Dogs on leads are welcome, making this a fun outing for the whole family
- Facilities including toilets and our Farm Shopnearby for refreshments and gifts
🛍 While You're Here...
After your sunflower walk, why not stop by the Farm Shop or Lavender Barn? You’ll find seasonal produce, homeware, fresh flowers, and locally made gifts — perfect to round off your visit.
📅 Stay Tuned
We’ll be confirming the 2025 sunflower patch opening dates soon, so please follow us on Instagramor Facebook and sign up to our newsletter for the latest announcements. This event was hugely popular last year, so we’ve expanded the area to welcome even more visitors this summer.
We look forward to welcoming you to another bright and blooming summer at Castle Farm!
