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.
21. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Tony Smith with the pumpkin and gourd display he made at Slindon in 2010. Picture: Malcolm McCluskey
22. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Tony Smith chose butterflies and sunflowers for the pumpkin and gourd display he made at Slindon in 2009 in memory of Ralph Upton, who died in June that year. Picture: Bill Shimmin Photo: chichester
23. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Ralph Upton with his 2007 creation, attracting visitors from all over the world. Picture: Louise Adams Photo: chichester
24. Slindon Pumpkin Festival
Ella Rubython picks out a pumpkin at the Slindon nursery in October 2007. Picture: Louise Adams Photo: chichester