Ark Open Farm - Pumpkin Patch

296A Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7PH

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Looking for a fun, family-friendly pumpkin patch in Northern Ireland this October?

Join us at The Ark Open Farm in Newtownards – just a short hop from Belfast—for a magical Halloween experience packed with pumpkins, play and plenty of spooky surprises!

New for 2026, enjoy our Halloween Mini Show as our witches gather around the cauldron for bubbling brews, spell-casting and a touch of Halloween magic. You'll also pick and carve your perfect pumpkin, make your own slime, toast marshmallows, explore our Halloween Trail and Fairytale Forest, and meet some creepy creatures in our new Animal Encounters Barn.

Your ticket also includes full admission to the farm, with animals, play areas and heaps of family fun to enjoy throughout your visit.

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Booking Required

Parking & Transport

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Tel02891 820445

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Opening Times

Season (10 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Friday	13:00	- 19:00
Saturday - Sunday	10:00	- 19:00

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The Ark Open Farm, NewtownardsThe Ark Open Farm is a fantastic family day out; the farm itself is set in 40 acres of beautiful countryside between Newtownards and Bangor. It’s home to a huge selection of farm animals and some that are a little more exotic.