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There is something about a sunflower field that makes a summer day feel instantly better.

I’ve pulled together a few sunflower trails and pick-your-own spots worth checking this summer across Dorset, Devon and nearby. Some are proper sunflower trails, some are PYO flower fields, and some are lovely farm days out where you can make a bit more of it with coffee, cake or a picnic.

As always with sunflower fields, dates are very weather dependent, so please check directly with each place before travelling.

Dorset Sunflower Trail, Maiden Castle Farm, Dorchester

This is probably the big one for Dorset.

The Dorset Sunflower Trail takes place at Maiden Castle Farm near Dorchester, with around 20 acres of sunflower fields to walk through. There’s a main trail, which takes around 40 minutes, and a shorter accessible route too.

For 2026, the trail is expected to run from 5 to 26 August, opening daily from 11am, with last entry at 4pm. Tickets are listed at £6 per person, with under 5s free.

There are also refreshments from the Maiden Castle Farm Café on Wheels, plus sunflower bunches and gifts available to buy.

Good for:
A classic Dorset sunflower day out, families, photos and helping a good cause.

Link: Dorset Sunflower Trail

Sunflower Saunter at Coppet Hill, near Bridport

This one is a lovely option for West Dorset.

The Sunflower Saunter at Coppet Hill is at Purcombe Farm, around 15 minutes from Bridport. There’s a sunflower field to wander through, countryside views and a tea room at the farm selling homemade cakes, ice cream, tea and coffee.

For 2026, it’s listed as opening from 24 July to mid-August, from 9.30am to 5.30pm. Entry is £5 for adults, with children under 16 free.

There’s also a campsite and glampsite at the farm, so you could make more of it if you wanted a proper little West Dorset escape.

Good for:
West Dorset families, Bridport locals, countryside views, coffee and cake afterwards.

Link: Coppet Hill

PYO Sunflowers at North Farm, Horton

If you’re over towards East Dorset, North Farm at Horton is worth knowing about.

For 2026, Visit Dorset says North Farm is opening its fields for Pick Your Own sunflowers from 10 July to the end of July, or until the sunflowers have finished flowering. It’s listed as open daily from 8am until 6pm, with free entry and sunflowers available to cut for £1 per stem.

You can explore the field, take photos, bring a picnic and enjoy the views. Dogs are welcome on leads, and on selected dates there may also be food and drink available to buy.

Good for:
East Dorset, PYO sunflowers, picnics and a simple summer day out.

Link: North Farm Facebook page

Sunflowers at Blandford, Littleton Farm

Another Dorset one to add to your list is Sunflowers at Blandford, at Littleton Farm, near Blandford Forum.

For 2026, Visit Dorset says it opens from 17 July and runs until the flowers have finished flowering. It’s open Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

There are PYO sunflowers, a sunflower trail and LO’s Coffee Pod serving coffees, milkshakes, ice creams, cakes and more. Entry is free, and you just pay for the sunflowers you pick. Dogs are welcome too.

Good for:
A relaxed Dorset sunflower trip, coffee and cake, dog-friendly plans and PYO flowers.

Link: Sunflowers at Blandford Facebook page

Farmer Palmer’s Maize Maze and Sunflowers, near Poole

If you have younger children, Farmer Palmer’s near Poole could be a good one because you can combine the sunflower field with a full family day out.

For 2026, Visit Dorset says the Maize Maze and Sunflower Field are running from August until the end of summer. Entry to Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park includes the maze and sunflower field, along with the rest of the farm park.

This is less of a quiet sunflower wander and more of a proper family attraction, so it’s a good option if you want something that will keep younger children entertained for longer.

Good for:
Younger children, a full day out, farm park activities and combining sunflowers with a maize maze.

Link: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

Strawberry Fields, Lifton, Devon

If you’re happy to head into Devon, Strawberry Fields in Lifton is a great one to keep an eye on.

Their PYO sunflowers are listed as returning in late summer 2026, and they also have seasonal summer events, lavender, an ice cream and doughnut hut, and a farm shop, so it’s one you can make more of a day of.

It’s the kind of place that works well if you like a countryside day out with a bit of food, shopping and seasonal picking built in.

Good for:
A Devon day trip, PYO sunflowers, farm shop treats and family summer plans.

Link: Strawberry Fields Lifton PYO Sunflowers

Amelia’s Flower Farm, South Devon

This isn’t just a sunflower field, but it’s a beautiful one to know about if you love seasonal flowers.

Amelia’s Flower Farm is a family-run flower farm in Combeinteignhead, South Devon, offering pick-your-own flowers, refreshments and a specialist plant nursery. Their website says they are open six days a week, 10am to 4pm, from 23 May to 31 October, and closed on Mondays.

It would be a lovely one for a quieter grown-up trip, especially if you want to pick flowers to take home.

Good for:
Flower lovers, a quieter day out, pretty bunches and a South Devon plan.

Link: Amelia’s Flower Farm

Farrington’s Farm, Somerset

A little further away, but worth adding if you’re happy to head towards Somerset.

Farrington’s Farm near Bristol and Bath is known for pick-your-own sunflowers in the summer, as well as a farm shop, café and seasonal events. Their website says they grow different sunflower varieties, including Giant Sungolds, Firecrackers and Russian Mammoth sunflowers.

It’s one to keep an eye on if you want a bigger farm day out with food and shopping alongside the flowers.

Good for:
Somerset day trips, PYO flowers, café and farm shop plans.

Link: Farrington’s Farm

A few tips before you go

Sunflower fields are beautiful, but they are very dependent on the weather and flowering conditions, so it’s always worth checking directly before you set off.

I’d also suggest:

Going earlier or later in the day if you want softer light for photos.
Wearing shoes you don’t mind getting dusty or muddy.
Taking water if it’s hot.
Checking whether you need to book in advance.
Taking scissors or secateurs if it’s PYO, but checking the rules first.
Remembering that some places are cash preferred for stems or small extras.
Checking dog rules before travelling.

I’ll keep adding to this list as more places confirm their dates.

Sarah x