Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Below you’ll find answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you still can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to drop us an email and we’ll be happy to help. Before travelling, please check our social media channels to ensure we’re open and to keep up-to-date with the latest news from the farm.
The Pop Up Farm is located in Hertfordshire on the A5183 / M1 Junction 9 (Harpenden) roundabout. We are the first exit off the roundabout after the M1 sliproad.
Our Sat Nav reference is: AL3 8HT
Our what3words reference is: supper.expose.chest
Our Google map location is here.
We are heavily signposted, so should be easy to find.
We are 30 miles north of London, 12 miles north of Watford, 26 miles south of Milton Keynes and 5 miles south of Luton.
The Pop Up Farm opening times are event dependent.
Sunflowers at The Pop Up Farm
Friday 23rd August to Sunday 8th September
Pumpkins at The Pop Up Farm
Our Pumpkin Picking Festival will run on select dates throughout October.
All tickets to The Pop Up Farm are online only.
Sunflowers
Day tickets to our Sunflower Festival are £7.50 + booking fee and includes 5 pick-your-own sunflowers.
Pumpkins
Ticket prices for our Pumpkin Picking event range from £4.95 + booking fee to £5.95 + booking fee, dependent on the day you intend to visit.
Free entry for children under 2 years.
Tickets may be exchanged subject to availability up to 48 hours prior to your original booking. Transfer your booking online via the link in your booking confirmation email. Exchanges are carried out by our ticketing supplier TicketSource and are not provided by The Pop Up Farm. TicketSource can be contacted on support@ticketsource.co.uk or 029 2071 3205 between 9am-7pm Monday to Friday and 9am-5pm on Saturday. Our full Terms & Conditions can be viewed here for Pumpkins and here for Sunflowers.
Yes. The Pop Up Farm is 100% cashless, so we do not accept cash payments. All major credit cards accepted (no AMEX).
Yes. Children 2 years and over require a child’s ticket. Children under 2 years are free to enter, but still require a ticket, which can be obtained during the online booking process.
Please make sure you have your tickets ready on arrival, either on your phone or printed. A team member will ‘zap’ your QR code.
Yes. Parking is free.
Unfortunately we are unable to offer refunds if you are no longer able to visit. We are open in all weathers unless we’ve been instructed by our insurers to close because of dangerous conditions. In this instance we will provide full refunds.
People generally stay at The Pop Up Farm between 1 – 3 hours. Once you have arrived, you may stay as long as you like. The site will close at 5.30pm for a Day ticket and you are politely requested to leave by then. On selected dates we will also be open in the evenings, from 6pm to 9.30pm and again, you are politely requested to leave by then.
The Pop Up Farm is an outdoor venue. The ground may be muddy if we have had recent rain. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear, plus it may be beneficial to bring an umbrella if rain is forecast.
The Pop Up Farm is an outdoor venue. There is limited cover in our Red Shed.
Sorry, dogs are not allowed, with the exception of registered guide and assistance dogs.
No. Smoking and vaping are not allowed anywhere on site.
Yes. A selection of hot and cold drinks, hot food and sweet snacks will be available, including vegan and vegetarian options from our Pit Stop Cafe, located in The Red Shed. Card payments only. Picnics, food and drinks from outside The Pop Up Farm are not permitted.
No. Picnics, food and drinks from outside The Pop Up Farm are not permitted.
Yes. There will be a qualified first aider on site. Identify yourself to a team member wearing a Pop Up Farm t-shirt or high-vis jacket and we will assist you.
The Pop Up Farm is appropriate for most wheelchairs. Please be aware the ground will be uneven. We have disabled parking close to the entrance, please ask on arrival. There is limited indoor seating inside our Red Shed.
Yes. There are toilet facilities on site, which are cleaned and sanitised regularly. There are also baby changing facilities, but please take your child’s used nappies home.
Yes. All Professional Photographers must contact The Pop Up Farm by email for details and conditions. The Pop Up Farm reserves the right to determine if your shoot is of a commercial/professional nature.
No. Drones and flares are strictly prohibited.