Lotmead Pick Your Own

Lotmead PYO is a family-friendly activity farm just outside Swindon, well known for its fabulous ‘pick your own’ strawberries and exciting play area.

*Lotmead Farm Park, shop, and cafe are now closed for the winter, but reopens for the Easter Holidays on the 4th April*

Lots To Do

With acres of space for kids to run around, there’s lots to see and do. An animal enclosure and a Strawberry Thief-themed play area with climbing frames, swings, and slides are perfect for younger children.

One of the highlights of visiting Lotmead Pick Your Own is the small animal enclosure, a perfect spot for little ones (and adults!) who love animals.

What You’ll Find in the Animal Enclosure:

• Goats & Pigs – Watch these friendly farm animals up close as they graze and play.
• Rabbits & Guinea Pigs – Cute and cuddly, these small animals are always a favorite with kids!
• Chickens, Turkey, Pheasants & Geese – See them wandering about, and maybe even spot some fresh eggs.
• Denzel the Donkey, Tango the Pony, and also Alpacas - they are always a favorite for both kids and adults  

Please note: A small fee is charged for combined entrance to the play area and small animal enclosure. Lotmead’s annual passes are the most cost-effective way to visit, giving families unlimited visits across the summer. Visit the Lotmead PYO website for details.

Pick Your Own

It is free to enter the Pick Your Own area; you just pay for what you pick per kilogram! As well as strawberries, across the season, Lotmead offers a great choice of seasonal soft fruits and vegetables, including raspberries, gooseberries, blackcurrants, pumpkins, broad beans, sweetcorn, and asparagus. The produce is fresh, high quality, and excellent value. To find out exactly what’s available to pick every day, visit Lotmead’s Facebook or Instagram pages or call Lotmead’s hotline – just call 01793 790137.

Farm Shop & Cafe

Lotmead’s Farm Shop & Café is the perfect spot to grab fresh local produce, delicious snacks, and homemade treats during your visit.:

Lotmead Farm Shop

The shop is stocked with high-quality, locally sourced food, perfect for taking home a taste of the farm. You’ll find:

• Fresh local produce – Seasonal fruits and vegetables, including pre-picked options.
• Dairy products – Natural dairy foods, including milk, cheese, and cream for your strawberries.
• Jams & Preserves – Jams and chutneys for a sweet or savory touch.
• Other farm goodies – Honey, juices, fresh eggs, meringues, biscuits, snacks, and cakes.

Lotmead Café

After a fun day of picking, relax and enjoy something tasty! The café serves:

• Sandwiches, paninis, & rolls are great for a light lunch.
• Cakes & Muffins – A sweet treat made fresh on-site.
• Ice cream – Perfect for a sunny day at the farm.
• Hot & cold drinks – From coffee and tea to soft drinks and juices.

The café has covered seating and picnic benches near the children’s play area, so you can relax while keeping an eye on the little ones.

Pumpkins

From October, families can pick their pumpkins in a dedicated area of the farm. Pumpkins, squashes, gourds, carving kits, and accessories will be available. There is no booking, just turn up. It is free to enter the PYO area; you just pay for what you pick.

Christmas trees

From late November, you can select from a huge range of fresh-cut trees, rental trees, and potted trees!

The shop and café close from January to March but reopen in the spring when the farm welcomes visitors again!

Dogs Welcome

Visitors are welcome to bring their well-behaved dogs, provided they remain on a lead throughout their visit and any messes are picked up and binned!

Lotmead Farm is open seven days a week from 9.30 a.m. throughout the summer months. They hope to be open from Easter (weather permitting). 

For more details, visit Lotmead’s Facebook or Instagram pages, visit the website, or phone 01793 790137.