A local grower claimed a fifth world giant pumpkin title. Images display giant pumpkins vying for heavyweight glory as the season begins. A horticulture teacher is among those battling for giant pumpkin glory. A new patch pumpkin patch this week. a large number of pies. A historic hall now hosts a great pumpkin party during half-term. Experts recommend houseplants as a more durable Halloween alternative. A toddler tragically died after a car strike in a pumpkin patch parking lot.