It's October and Halloween is quickly approaching, seeing households across Ayrshire prepare themselves for the spookiest night of the year.

Pumpkins have become synonymous with Halloween in the UK in recent years, making them a must-have for every doorstep looking to welcome guisers.

Luckily, Ayrshire and the surrounding areas are no strangers to great places to pick your own pumpkins.

See the best places in Ayrshire to pick pumpkins for Halloween

Here are the best pumpkin-picking spots in Ayrshire for all your jack-o'-lantern needs this Halloween.

Dowhill Farm

Location: Girvan KA26 9JP

Available dates: October 14 to October 22

Rating: 4.2 out of 57 reviews

One visitor said: "Dowhill Farm Shop is an absolute jewel in the crown of South Ayrshire. The staff are always so friendly to us and helpful whenever we shop for fresh farm produce."

Find out more on the Dowhill Farm Facebook page.

Heads of Ayr Farm Park

Location: Dunure Rd, Ayr, United Kingdom

Available dates: October 14 to October 22

Rating: 4.7 out of 1594 reviews

One visitor said: "Fun day out for the kids! Would recommend booking before going as it sells out, especially on event days!"

Find out more on the Heads of Ayr website.

The Manor House (Limited availability)

Location: 25 Snowdon Terrace, Seamill, United Kingdom

Available dates: October 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29.

Rating: 4.7 out of 19 reviews.

One visitor said: "Wonderful house, owned by wonderful people. We’ve been every year for the past few years at Christmas and Halloween."

Find out more on The Manor House website.

Geilsland Estate

Find out more on the Geilsland Estate website.

Location: Geilsland Estate, Geilsland Rd, Beith KA15 1HD

Available dates: October 28 and October 29

Rating: 4.6 out of 110 reviews

One visitor said: "Lovely area to go for a walk, rolling fields surrounding make for a really enjoyable day."