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The Great Hart's Pumpkin Carving Competition takes place on 18 October 2026 at Hart's Hotel and Kitchen in Nottingham. Competitors may bring their own carved pumpkins to compete for special prizes in adult and children categories. Admission is free.

Bring your best-carved pumpkin and compete to be crowned Hart’s Pumpkin Champion! Special prizes for Adult and Children entries.

This October, Hart’s is getting into the autumn spirit with a cosy and atmospheric evening of creatively carved pumpkins, competition and seasonal treats.

Bring along your finished, carved pumpkin and see if it can impress Mr Hart himself and our special guest judge, fashion, design and creativity expert Ann Priest. With a special prize up for grabs for both our winning adult and child entrants!

At least one person per group booking must participate with a carved pumpkin.

Evening includes:

Pumpkin Carving Competition - Bring along your finished, carved pumpkin and put your creativity to the test. Each pumpkin will be displayed with its own name and age card before being judged.

Adult & Children’s Prizes - There are two fantastic prizes up for grabs, with awards for both adults and children.

ADULT PRIZE: A meal for two at Hart's

The winning adult pumpkin will receive a delicious meal for two at Hart’s Kitchen.

CHILDREN'S PRIZE: Panto tickets

The winning child will receive four tickets to see Nottingham Playhouse’s spectacular production of Aladdin.

Seasonal Refreshments - Keep cosy with our delicious homemade pumpkin soup and a warming glass of spiced mulled wine. A delicious non-alcoholic option will also be available.

Cosy Outdoor Atmosphere - Enjoy the competition outdoors, surrounded by firelight and a cosy, atmospheric autumn setting.

A Family-Friendly Autumn Evening - Whether you’re joining us with family, friends or simply looking for some seasonal fun, everyone is welcome to enjoy an evening of pumpkins, treats and friendly competition.

Free Entry - The event is completely free to attend. Participants and guests simply need to book in advance.

So, bring your best pumpkin, wrap up warm and join us for an evening of autumnal fun, friendly competition and cosy treats.

Will you have what it takes to be crowned Hart’s Pumpkin Champion?

If you have any queries regarding the event, please contact Hart’s:

0115 988 1900 | reception@hartshotel.co.uk

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The Great Hart’s Pumpkin Carving Competition takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 17:00.

The Great Hart’s Pumpkin Carving Competition is held at Hart's Hotel and Kitchen in Nottingham (Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GN).

Entry to The Great Hart’s Pumpkin Carving Competition is free.

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