A local grower claimed a fifth global giant pumpkin title. Recent photos show giant pumpkins competing for heavyweight glory as the season gets underway. A teacher of plants is one many battling for giant pumpkin glory. A farm park has opened pumpkin patch this week. A local festival is displaying a giant pumpkin that might produce many pies. A historic hall is hosting a great pumpkin party during half-term. Experts suggest houseplants as a longer-lasting Halloween alternative. A toddler passed away after a car strike in a pumpkin patch car park.