Strawberry season is finally in full swing here in Connecticut!
One of my favorite things is pick-your-own. Whether it’s strawberries, blueberries or apples, there is something so special about plucking a ripe fruit straight from the vine (or bush or tree)!
This year is a little different. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we are super lucky to see the strawberry fields open for pick-your-own. And while the fruit is the same, the rules have changed. Social distancing is a MUST at all fields. Each farm has their own set of rules and it is important to check those out on their Facebook page or their website. Masks are not always required in the fields, depending on the farm. Some farms are also requiring RESERVATIONS. I am also noticing that because the crowd sizes are limited, but everyone is stir-crazy and getting out of the house to pick your own, many places are picking out early in the day, especially on weekends. Strawberry picking can still be a fun family tradition this year but please make sure you read up on their rules before heading out so you avoid any confusion or disappointment.
I’ve compiled a list of pick-your-own strawberry fields around Connecticut (and a few over the border in western Massachusetts). If you know of a great pick-your-own strawberry field that is open, please let me know and I’ll be happy to add it!
Remember: ** ALWAYS CONFIRM HOURS & PICKING CONDITIONS BEFORE HEADING OUT BY EITHER CALLING, CHECKING THE FARM’S WEBSITE OR FACEBOOK PAGE!**
IN CONNECTICUT
Hartford & Tolland County
1911 Poquonock Avenue – Windsor
(860) 683-0266
Currently Open! Crowds Limited, follow social distancing rules
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Pre-Picked available
87 Barber Hill Road – Broad Brook
(860) 871-8183
Opening this week! Please follow social distancing rules
Hours: TBD, check their Facebook page for schedule
66 Hebron Road – Bolton
(860) 643-5712
Currently Open! Please follow social distancing rules
Hours: Vary by day, check online or call
327 Ninth District Road – Somers
(860) 749-3286
Opening Soon by mid-June!
Hours: Call ahead or check Facebook
Read Our Review!
Pleasant Road – Enfield
(860) 623-3473
Currently Open! Please follow social distancing rules
Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Read our Review!
New Haven & Middlesex County
1355 Boston Post Road – Guilford
(203) 458-7425
Not Open Yet!
Hours: Call for hours, as they may vary
32 Reeds Gap Road – Middlefield
(860) 349-6015
Currently Open! Please follow social distancing rules- Masks required per law- crowds limited
Hours: Call or check online for hours
33 Branford Road – North Branford
(203) 488-7996
Unconfirmed
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m
Windham & New London County
108 Crystal Pond Road – Eastford
(860) 974-1150
Not Open Yet!
Hours: Call or check online for hours
163 North Windham Rd. (Rt. 203) – North Windham
(860) 786-7486
Opening This Week! Please follow social distancing rules – face masks required – please do not bring your own container
Hours: Call for hours, as they may vary due to picking conditions
436 Boston Post Road- East Lyme
(860) 739-5209
Currently Open! Please follow social distancing rules – facemasks required
Hours: Call for hours, as they may vary due to picking conditions
YOU MUST BOOK A RESERVATION TO PICK
Litchfield & Fairfield County
606 Walnut Tree Hill Road- Shelton
(203) 929-8425
Opening Soon! Please follow social distancing rules – facemasks required
Hours: Call for hours, as they may vary due to picking conditions
Reservations STRONGLY suggested
IN WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS
New Ludlow Road – Granby
(413) 467-3794
Not Open Yet!
Hours: Call for hours, as they may vary due to picking conditions
Do you have a favorite PYO strawberry farm? Share it in the comments below!
Do you have a favorite PYO strawberry farm? Share it in the comments below!
