18/10/2026
๐ WE ARE GENUINELY DISAPPOINTED AND UPSET ๐
Weโre really sad to have to write a post like this, but after discovering people smashing more pumpkins at the patch, we feel we need to say something.
We simply cannot understand how anyone could think itโs acceptable to deliberately smash pumpkins, particularly at a family attraction. What makes it even more disappointing is that this behaviour wasnโt just coming from children, but adults too.
When challenged, rather than apologising, the response was that there wasnโt a sign saying not to. ๐คฏ
Does that mean you would walk into Asda and smash the fruit and vegetables because there wasnโt a sign telling you not to? Surely, we shouldnโt need signs explaining that deliberately destroying things that donโt belong to you is unacceptable?
Sadly, itโs not just pumpkins. Weโve also had displays damaged and our skeletons pulled apart. ๐
We work incredibly hard to create a fun, family-friendly day out. Behind the scenes, there are huge amounts of time, effort and money spent growing pumpkins, preparing the patch and creating displays for everyone to enjoy. Once a pumpkin is smashed, it can no longer be sold, meaning our hard work and money are wasted.
๐ซ PLEASE RESPECT OUR PATCH
Anyone seen deliberately dropping or smashing pumpkins, or damaging displays, will be asked to pay for the damaged produce where appropriate and leave the site. Please also keep an eye on your childrenโs behaviour.
โค๏ธ Finally, a huge thank you to the majority of our wonderful visitors who return year after year, support our farm and treat the patch with respect. Youโre the reason we love doing what we do, and weโre so grateful for the happy memories you create here.
Weโre sorry to have to share such a negative post, but this has genuinely upset us. Please help us keep Sandy Bottom Farm a magical, family-friendly place for everyone to enjoy. ๐๐งก