Pumpkin Patches Close To Ellington-Somers

ELLINGTON-SOMERS, CT — There aren't many days left in October, but there is still some time to get the best pumpkin available at local pumpkin patches.

Many Ellington-Somers families enjoy an annual trip to the pumpkin patch. Fields often have free activities such as corn mazes, hayrides and apple cider tastings.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is moderately safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are some of the top pumpkin fields in the Ellington-Somers area to visit in 2021:

• Johnny Appleseed's Farm, 231 Somers Rd., Ellington
• Sonny's Place, 349 Main St., Somers
• Johnny's Roadside Market Garden, 336 North Maple St., Enfield
• Connecticut Trolley Museum, 58 North Rd., East Windsor
• Foster Family Farm, 90 Foster St., South Windsor
• Strong Family Farm, 274 West St., Vernon
• Brown's Harvest, 1911 Poquonock Ave., Windsor
• Appleberry Farm, 749 North Stone St., West Suffield