Welcome to The Pumpkin House
Full of family friendly things to do in Norfolk.
Come and visit us at The Pumpkin house, set within farmland we are fun for all the family. If you are looking for things to do in Norfolk, we offer seasonal family fun activities throughout the year.
Opening Dates: We are open during the Summer Holidays and October for Halloween. All our activities are available on the day - no need to book.
Based in Thursford, just 6 miles from the North Norfolk Coast, the Pumpkin House offers a traditional slice of countryside life. With loads to do for the whole family, explore our website to see what’s on now.
Recreating traditional family fun in the countryside, if you are seeking things to do in Norfolk, we have something to offer everyone! Things to do include:
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Picking your Pumpkin from the Pumpkin House
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Getting lost in the maize maze
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Enjoying a game of golf on our 9 hole mini adventure golf course
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Hay bale towers, tractor sand pits, mud kitchens, kid friendly hay play (* depending on season)
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Delicious refreshments including proper coffee, ice creams and hot chocolate!
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Wood fired pizzas and food trucks available on selected dates
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Old fashioned traditional farm machinery to look at
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Music from our original Musical organ
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Large car park and easy to find location
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Exclusive hire for children's parties or private events
So if you and your family want exciting things to do in Norfolk, please come and visit us!
Stay Up-To-Date with The Pumpkin House
What’s Happening this year
Our 9 hole Adventure Golf course is perfect for adults and children. A game of skill with a farmyard theme! No need to book just pitch up and play. All equipment and score cards provided.
The Maize Maze is back for 2025 and will have even more twists and turns. Plus a brand new hidden word search with prizes to be won.
This year Halloween will be even bigger and better. Keeping it simple we are focusing on growing an even wider array of pumpkins and the Maize will be open for fright nights and spooky trails. Further details to be announced.
Coffee and Refreshments
This year we are back with 'proper' coffee! Flat Whites, Cappucino, espresso we can do it all. Plus of course ice cream, home made cakes and much more. Whilst you enjoy a freshly ground coffee let your little ones explore our brand new outdoor play kitchen, kids agility course and builders yard. Plus NEW undercover seating!
How to find us
Brookhill Farm, Fakenham Road, Thursford, NR21 0BD. On the A148 between Fakenham and Holt.
Opening Hours: 10am -4pm when open. Please see individual events for opening dates.