The Pickin' Patch is a pick your own (fruits and veggies) farm established in 1666; it used to be a…read moredairy and tobacco farm. Yes, I love historic places and farms! I read reviews and gathered that it was a great place to visit, especially during the autumn time. The parking lot was spacious right off the busy road. They offer hayrides and there was a pumpkin patch; you can pick your own in the field or in the store. There was a garden center and farm store. The farm store had jams, jellies, apples, gourds, cookies, veggies, pumpkins, mums, hot sauces, etc. They had wheelbarrows for you to use, if you're planning to buy a few big pumpkins. They also had an apple fritter/donut/cider stand. I purchased half a dozen of apple fritters for $8; you can add extra cinnamon sugar. Those apple fritters looked like donut holes but tasted like apple donuts, it was very splendid! Overall, a great spot to stop by if you're into the small town farm vibes. There was a beautiful view of the Heublein tower on the hill and the fall foliage. It's the perfect fall activity!

Very cute, however the apple fritters place was closed at 4:30. Other people were arriving and…read moreasking about the same thing. Apparently they close at 4 so I wished they would advertise that that's all. Very cute selection of pumpkins. The farm stand had several apples and other products but we mainly came for the fritters. We ended up buying a small pumpkin for $4.

Joy riding, and I pulled in to get some fruits and vegetables at this very inviting farm and…read morevegetable stand The fruits and vegetables looked so fresh and the corn display was amazing! I loved how the corn was presented and there were different types of choices available. I had to grab a couple ears Grabbed some nectarines and garlic, too Located in a beautiful section of Simsbury this farm also has a vineyard and live entertainment Inside the farm stand, they were making sandwiches and sold some pickles and some other deli items, including The young ladies running the cashiers were super friend It was also a blast to run into people I knew locally here If you're in the area, it's a great place to come

This one is inspired by a Su day Afternoon , a glass of Cherrybrook wine ( new for this year) which…read moreis dry full bodied red. Quite good. I will probably walk out with a bottle or two. But tha start was the tomato basil pizza with a sprinkling of parm. You need to get this pie now. They are known for their corn and tomatoes and the tomato on this one was just awesome. Crispy crust Light and perfect for the afternoon. They also have the best corn anywhere from my favorite the silver queen , to butter and sugar and one I pass on the super sweet but I am sure it's fine for those who like it. Outdoors on a sunny afternoon enjoying the breezes, music and the alway enjoyable staff of Rosedale's

I came here for a birthday party and it was the first time visiting this farm. It is pretty cute…read moreand the birthday party was held in a small building with its own kitchen. The kids had fun feeding the farm animals. I will have to admit I had fun too. There are all sorts of farm animals, such as chickens, cats, dogs, goats, horses, bunnies, pigs and more. I am a cat person and I enjoy looking for the barn cats. The place is pretty clean for a farm and the kids enjoy the tractor ride. All the employees were nice and friendly. If you're planning a fun kids party, this is a great place for them.

You can't miss the iconic large red barn that has the word EGGS, but backwards on it. Flamig Farm…read morehas been in existence since 1907; located in West Simsbury. First visit, I got there around 4:40 and they were closing at 5; it was a short trip because I just wanted to get some eggs. The employee said they were closing soon and so was the petting zoo when I first walked in; I mentioned I was going to be quick and just wanted to get some eggs. I didn't know they had a petting zoo so I made a plan to go back again another time. The store was your typical farm stand, they had eggs, honey, cookies, apparel, and various of other knick knacks. They were having a sale, buy one dozens eggs ($7) and get one dozen free. The chickens were laying too many eggs and they wanted to get rid of as many as possible. The second time, I got in earlier in the day and purchased petting zoo tickets; $8 per person over 2 years old/under 80 years old and for an additional $2, you can purchase feed. I highly recommend getting the feed, the animals loved it. The petting zoo was bigger than I thought. There's even a playground with benches and picnic tables. The place seemed clean and the animals seem well taken care of. We saw pigs, llamas (my favorite), sheep, goats, alpacas, peacocks, cows, ponies (another favorite), donkeys, bunnies, chickens, and a black cat.Inside the shop, there were baby chicks, birds, and guinea pigs. There were signs explaining what type of animals, facts, and their story/names throughout. They also offer pony and tractor rides for an additional fee. There's a huge pavilion with picnic tables; you can bring your own food in. Also, there is an Airbnb onsite and people book their weddings there. There are many events hosted there as well; children programs and summer camps are popular ones. My kids and I had a blast petting and feeding the animals. I highly recommend!

I always return to popular places that I didn't connect with in the same way super fans do…read more Sometimes, I think I got it right. And sometimes, I have to admit I got it wrong. In the case of Tulmeadow Farm and Lacroix's Homemade (I'm posting the same update for both), I have to admit that I had it somewhat wrong. Both Tulmeadow and Lacroix's made @cticecreamtour's Top 15 CT Creameries. My original reviews for both Tulmeadow and Lacroix's were both good btw. I just didn't initially connect with the flavors I tried in the way that I did with my other CT favorites. Since those initial reviews, everything I tried at each has been a banger. At Tulmeadow, I recently had Red Raspberry Chocolate Chip, Marshmallow Toasted Cornflake, Chocolate Raspberry Raspberry Curd and the best flavor I've had this year -- Double Raspberry Crumbcake. The flavors all popped. The use of intensely flavored raspberry curd in a couple of the ice creams was next level. The colors were right on. The texture was top tier. Service was friendly and the farm setting adds to the experience. Tulmeadow is 5 Stars and I'm upgrading my earlier review.

I was recommended Tulmeadow Farm's ice cream by one of my most trusted foodie friends, so I was…read moreextremely excited to try it. That said, I don't often like high butterfat ice cream. It's also a textural thing for me. So there was a bit of hesitation as well. I thought the ice cream was excellent. They had great flavors to choose from. I went with the bestselling red raspberry chocolate chip, and then the burnt honey sea salt. Service was super friendly. I asked what the smallest size was that they could do two flavors in and they were more than willing to accommodate the kiddie cup, which was still plenty of ice cream for me. I think the sign said it's 3 oz, but it at least seemed like more to me. As good as the red raspberry was, I think I preferred the burnt honey. The flavor was strong went well with the naturally occurring cream flavor. There was a lot of parking on the side of the building. I think there was an indoor area, though I can't confirm if you can order ice cream inside. I used the outdoor window to order. I also found the prices to be reasonable. Great first experience. I would definitely recommend the ice cream. It did not disappoint, and I look forward to having it again.

Wow what an amaizing place with breathtaking views and amaizing animals. Literally 160 PLUS acors…read moreof land at the bottom of the mountain specifically designed for the training of horses and development of happy, Disciplined, well cared for, animals from just your casual rider learning from day 1 to your more advanced rider. Seriously, come to Simsbury and just mention the farm Folly Farm and anyone will tell you.....its a town gem and here to stay! If you like animals, horse's in particular, you will love this place.

From the owner: Folly Farm is a full service Hunter/Jumper/Equitation horse farm located in the Farmington Valley…read morebetween Springfield, MA and Hartford, CT. Our staff strides to provide the highest quality care for the horses who live on the farm and our trainers work to educate our riders in a safe and inspiring environment. We cater to the beginner rider as well as those wanting to compete at a national level. Folly offers riding lessons for anyone from the ages of 4 to adult, no previous experience needed. For riders interested in showing we compete at and host both local rated and unrated horse shows as well as traveling to national level shows from Florida to Vermont.

Wade's Farm Stand has been a rock through MOST of my ages. In reality, my family & I first visited…read morein 1971 (I'm older then a DOB '71) and every year since. Fruits, vegetables, eggs, milk, cheese, seasonal flowers, canned goods like jams, jellies, sauces, dried herbs, and so on! I especially remember Mr. Wade (RIP) great family man with a very green thumb. The Wade family still greets every visitors with impeccable service and a warm fireplace where the Family's cat can be found snuggled up. The Stand is always decorated for the season and the holidays. Open year round.

A farm stand located on a busy Simsbury Road in Bloomfield, CT. It started as a dairy farm in 1919…read more In 1969, it moved to this location which was larger for the growing business. It is still owned an operated by the Wade family. I drove by and saw the huge Wade's sign and a busy parking lot; it was spacious and easy to pull in and out, just becareful with incoming traffic. The outside area had various plants. When I walked inside, it was spacious and a very organized store. They had jams, snacks, produce, pies, baked goods, etc. I was gretted by the friendly employees. On this visit, I purchased strawberry-rhubarb jam, cookies, an onion, and corn muffin. Those were all very fresh and tasty. Everything in the store was fresh looking. I saw the corn after but was already out the door so I'm looking forward to going back for that.

Casual farm stand/store plus cafe that offers baked goods, sandwiches, small selection of novelty…read moreitems, farm fresh produce, and ice cream from Tulmeadow Farms. They offer indoor seating. Staff is friendly and courteous. Ice cream selections include about a dozen flavors with options for cup, cone or waffle cone along with an array of toppings. Options to get soda floats and milkshakes too. Great option to get Tulmeadow ice cream year round.

We stopped in for breakfast one morning and it's a very cute shop. They sell products from local…read morevendors as well as their own. There were fresh veggies and fruit. They make their own salsa, ham, sauces, etc.; will purchase that to try out next time! This was before Christmas and they had a small Christmas tree up decorated with handmade ornaments from local artists; zip codes with bells and signs with the town names on it. I thought that was cute! I ordered a breakfast sandwich, coffee, and apple cider donuts. Those were delicious! They also have soup, pies, handmade soaps, honey, etc. If you can't make it inside, they do have a drive thru. There were a couple of small tables inside and outside. I am all for supportting local small businesses! Can't wait to go back.

Fantastic little farm stand with all types of pumpkins, gourds and mums in the fall. I stopped by…read moretoday and even got some stacks of hay for my front step fall decorations. They are incredibly well priced and Joesph, the owner seems like the salt of the earth type of guy. We will be back for sure! Cash or check only!

This review is for the purple trail connecting to the Wagner Woods trails…read more George Hall Farm started in 1966; in 1979, it was one of the first farms in Connecticut to be certified organic. They offer educational programs and internships. They grow all types of vegetables such as tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, and specialty crops. They also have honey and eggs. When in season, they have Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) from June to November and are at local farmer's market. On 2014, Simsbury Land Trust preserved some land on the farm; those parts are on Quarry Rd. and Old Farms Rd. The parking area for Wagner Woods was full when I went. There were about 5 parking spots. I decided to park at George Hall's farm, based on the information provided on Simsbury Land Trust's website. There's a kiosk and map showing how to get to Wagner Woods. Parking was on dirt and the Hall trail was a farm road at first; then it leads to power lines then the woods. The trail was blazed purple and it was short. It connected to the blue trail and various of other trails on the Wagner Woods property. It was an easy and enjoyable hike. I look forward to going back and checking out the farm in the summer.