Strawberry Picking in Warwickshire
Strawberries Grown with Care, Bursting with Flavour
Head out into the fields, fill your punnet with sun-ripened strawberries, then spend the rest of the day exploring everything our adventure farm has to offer. This isn’t just strawberry picking – it’s a full family day out.
We take real pride in the quality of our crop. Our strawberries are grown on-site and monitored closely throughout the season by our very own Farmer Richard, so we only open the fields when the fruit is at its very best – ripe, sweet and ready. That means peak sweetness, perfect texture and berries that actually smell like strawberries should. No long supply chains, no cold storage, just fresh from the field to your punnet.
When to Pick Strawberries?
Strawberry picking in Warwickshire is one of summer’s great simple pleasures, but a little planning goes a long way. Here’s how to make sure you pick on the right day, at the right time.
Season at a Glance:
April – Mid May: Fields preparing, pre-season
Late May: Early picking begins – crop dependent
June: Peak season – sweetest berries, best availability
July: Picking continues – watch for summer heat
August: Late season – availability varies
September onwards: Season typically ends
Weather shapes every season. Dates can shift by several weeks. We always recommend checking our live availability before planning your trip.
Tips
- Check availability before you travel: Crop availability can change week to week depending on the weather.Stay up to date by following our socials, where we announce all openings. Members also enjoy exclusive early access on the first Saturday we open.
- June is usually peak season: Strawberry picking season typically hits its stride in June, when the berries are sweetest and the fields are at full yield. Late May and July can also offer great picking depending on the year.
- Book ahead at weekends: Summer weekends get busy across the whole farm park. Pre-booking guarantees your spot and often saves a little money versus paying on the gate.
- Wear layers and flat shoes: Fields can be muddy after rain even on a sunny day. Comfortable footwear makes the whole picking experience a lot more enjoyable, especially with little ones in tow.
How to Pick the Perfect strawberry
Picking your own strawberries is one of those things that sounds simple and it is, but a few little tricks make all the difference between a punnet of perfect berries and one that’s bruised before you get home.
- Look for full red colour: A ripe strawberry is red all the way to the hull. If there’s any white or green near the top, leave it a little longer.
- Give it a gentle squeeze: It should feel firm but with a slight give. Too hard and it’s not ready; too soft and it’s past its best.
- Twist, don’t pull: Pinch the stem just above the berry and twist gently. It should come away cleanly without tugging. Pulling can damage the plant and bruise the fruit.
- Keep the hull on: Leave the green top attached until you’re ready to eat. It keeps the berry fresher for longer.
- Handle with care: Strawberries bruise easily, so place them in your punnet rather than dropping them in. A single layer is better than a big pile if you want them to make it home in one piece.
Beyond the Berry Fields
A Full Day of Farm Adventures
Strawberry picking is just your starting point. Once the punnets are full, the real adventure begins and there’s something here for every member of the family, from toddlers to teens to grandparents.
Indoor Play
Guinea Pig Village
250 resident guinea pigs in their very own miniature village.
Superslide Mania
Swing, slide and climb your way round our massive indoor play centre. (Mums and Dads too!)
Farmyard Favourites
Up close and personal with all of your farmyard friends.
Scales & Tails
From snakes to stick insects and tortoises to tarantulas, get hands on with all our exotic creatures.
Early Spring Arrivals (Feb 1/2 Term)
*Seasonal
Every easter at Hatton Adventure World we welcome a wide range of newborn animals from our farm.
Zoobee Family Theatre
Ever-changing, fun packed shows for all. Weekends and school holidays.
Outdoor Play
Fun Fair
Fun fair rides for traditional and popular family fun.
The Falconry Centre
Watch the fascinating shows and chat to our resident handler.
Pig Palace
Come and visit our delightful little piggies at Pig Palace!
JCB Track
Jump on one of our mini-JCBs and pedal furiously round our network of all-weather tracks.
Trampoline Beds
The sky in the limit! Hop, skip and JUMP your way over to our trampoline beds!
Build & Play
Build sandcastles and then knock them down. Play all day in the sand!
Outdoor Games
By our sheep racing track you will find 4 outdoor games to play from bowling to giant connect four.
Zip Line
Fly through the air on our Zip line located in the top play ground by the Tractor Safari.
Bluebell the Cow
Our magic cow doesn’t kick, so milking Bluebell is a thoroughly safe experience!
Assault Course
Time yourself; dock points for any mistakes; dive, duck and navigate your way round the various challenges.
Tractor Safari
*Seasonal
With twists and turns along the way spot the animals as you travel through the countryside.
Laser Combat
*Seasonal
Outwit your opponents in a game of stealth, speed and nerve. Weekends and school holidays (subject to weather, call 01926 840023 to check before arriving) Book on site.
Gold Rush
*Seasonal
Pan for gold just like the old days and be sure to find those nuggets!
Sheep Racing
*Seasonal
Place your bets at our Grand National Sheepstakes!!
Inflatables
*Seasonal
Have a go on our bouncy castles and big inflatable slide!
FAQs
When Is Strawberry Picking Season?
Strawberry picking season in Warwickshire typically runs from late May through to August, with the real sweet spot landing in June when the crop is at its most abundant and the berries are bursting with flavour. That said, every season is shaped by the weather – a warm spring can kick things off early, while a cooler one might push the start back. We update our availability week by week, so always check online before heading out.
What’s the Best Time for Strawberry Picking?
For the best experience, aim to visit earlier in the day. The berries are cool and firm, the fields are quieter, and you’ll have first pick of the rows. Mid-week visits in June are particularly lovely if you can make it. Weekends fill up fast in peak season, so we always recommend booking ahead. Warm, dry weather with a little cloud cover makes for perfect picking conditions – not too hot, not too cold!
When Should I Go Strawberry Picking?
The question isn’t just when in the season – it’s when in the day, too. We open from 10am, and early arrivals get the pick of the crop (literally). Families with young children tend to enjoy the morning session before nap time kicks in. Older kids and teens love having a full day: picking in the morning, then heading into laser combat or the escape rooms after lunch. Whatever time suits you, plan for at least half a day there’s far too much to cram into an hour.
How Much Is Strawberry Picking?
Entry to the farm park gives you access to all our attractions throughout the day, plus one punnet per booking so no additional cost, unless you want to take more.
