We definitely aren't missing the sun this Summer with this list, here's another seasonal date for a breath of fresh air and much more! London’s fruit and flower picking farms offer a far more delightful and romantic experience for couples than you might think - it's also perfect for kids!

Whether you’re looking to pick fresh berries, fragrant flowers, or just enjoy a day out in the countryside, here are some of the most romantic spots for fruit and flower picking near London.

 

For the Flower Lovers

Hitchin Lavender Farm, Hertfordshire

• Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire
• Cost: £7 per adult, £4 per child
• Season: June to August

Flowers Available:

• Lavender
• Sunflowers

Don't miss out on these stunning lavender fields - the season is short! Hitchin Lavender Farm provides a beautiful and fragrant setting for a romantic day out. Wander through the lavender fields, pick your own lavender, and enjoy the picturesque views. The farm shop sells a variety of lavender products, perfect for a fragrant souvenir. A definite must do if you haven't been! There are 3 major lavender fields you can visit around London and if you enjoy getting hands on you can even volunteer!

 

For a Navigational Challenge

Stanhill Farm, Dartford

• Location: Dartford, Kent
• Cost: Pay for what you pick
• Season: June to October

Fruits and Vegetables Available:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Sunflowers

Unique to Stanhill Farm is the amazing maize maze! Each year the design changes and provides a fun way to get lost in the moment together. Take a break at the Berries & Beans Cafe for some hot drinks, slushies, ice creams, cakes, rolls, toasties or the most amazing sausage rolls! Stanhill Farm offers a wide range of pick-your-own fruits and vegetables as well as their high quality farmers shop. It’s just a short drive from central London, making it an easy day trip.

For the Foodies

Flower Farm, Godstone

• Location: Godstone, Surrey
• Cost: Pay for what you pick
• Season: June to October

Fruits Available:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Cherries
• Plums

Offering more than just fruit picking, the award-winning Flower Farm shop prides itself on the finest quality fresh fruit and vegetables, reared meats in the butchery, freshly laid eggs, and a wide variety of handmade delicatessen items. But that's not all... You could come here for the Bistro alone with an extensive menu and winelist and home brews to enjoy in either the pub garden or taproom! If you're late to make it here in Summer then you better not miss their Oktoberryfest - the BIGGEST Oktoberfest beer hall event outside London.

 

For the Picky Pickers

Garsons Farm, Esher

• Location: Esher, Surrey
• Cost: Entry is free, pay for what you pick
• Season: April to October

Fruits and Vegetables Available:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Blueberries
• Blackberries
• Apples
• Courgettes
• Sunflowers
• ... and more!

Being the largest pick-your-own farm in the UK, farm shop, garden centre, and restaurant, Garsons Farm offers over 75 varieties of fruits and vegetables so there's no chance you won't find something you like! Besides fruit picking, visit their extensive farm shop, enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant and get some garden inspo from their extensive garden centre (you could spend a full day here alone).

 

For the Car-less City Couple

Parkside Farm, Enfield

• Location: Enfield, North London
• Cost: £4 minimum spend on picked fruits and vegetables
• Season: June to October

Fruits Available:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Beetroot
• Green onion

Parkside Farm offers a convenient picking experience with a table-top system for strawberries, making it easy and enjoyable. After picking, enjoy a picnic in the designated area or treat yourselves to some ice cream from the farm shop or try their local honey.

 

Top Tips

Before heading out to either of these spots double check if you need to book anything and make sure what you're looking for is still available, some of the produce can sell out quickly!

For a solid date night experience we recommend getting a little crafty either top off the date by using the fresh produce for a dinner/dessert recipe together or have a little fun using them to create something artsy together. If you want to do something cute and simple perhaps you could try making a flower bracelet or chain for each other.

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