The annual spectacle was first created by Ralph Upton in 1968 and over the decades, the festival attracted visitors from across the world, such was the name it built up. After Ralph died in 2009, his son Robin Upton continued the tradition until 2019.
13. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Mark Ford and the pumpkin picture he made in 2016. Picture: Derek Martin Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
14. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Robin Upton at the Slindon Pumpkin Festival in 2016. Picture: Derek Martin Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
15. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Robin Upton and Mark Ford honoured the RNLI with their 2015 display. Picture: Kate Shemilt Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth
16. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Robin Upton and Mark Ford honoured the RNLI with their 2015 display. Picture: Kate Shemilt Photo: Hilsea Portsmouth