Farm shops are a great place to seek out wonderful local produce and there are a fair few close to Southampton you can find.

Those looking to find the best of the best for their area in terms of vegetables, fruit, bread and dairy would be best suited to finding a local farm shop.

If you need some recommendations on where to go, here are some of the highest-rated farm shops that are within a short drive of Southampton.

5 of the best farm shops close to Southampton

Pickwell Farm Shop

Address: Grange Road, Bursledon, Southampton SO31 8GD

Rating: 4.7/5 (from 1,511 Google Reviews)

Located on the outskirts of Southampton, Pickwell Farm Shop allows visitors to pick various produce depending on the season.

Alongside the fruit and veg, the shop has an extensive selection of items including bread, apple juice, accessories and more.

One reviewer wrote: "Pickwell Farm Shop offers a delightful selection of fresh produce, local dairy, and artisanal goods. While strawberries are currently unavailable, their wide variety of other seasonal fruits and vegetables won't disappoint.

"Friendly staff and a charming setting make for a pleasant shopping experience."

Sunnyfields Farm Shop

Address: Jacob's Gutter Lane, Southampton SO40 9FX

Rating: 4.6/5 (from 1,169 Google Reviews)

Sunnyfields Farm was started by Ian and Louise Nelson in 1990 and its farm shop has earned a great reputation.

It stocks more than 2,000 products, helped by having an onsite production kitchen, butchery and bakery.

One reviewer wrote: "Love coming here! If I had access to a car, I’d use this as my go to place for meats and veg. Great selection of foods to get and all their own if not locally sourced including the lovely bottles of ciders and ales. If you haven’t been here, definitely take a trip here. Lovely place!"

Shergolds

Address: Burnetts Lane, Southampton SO30 2HH

Rating: 4.7/5 (from 685 Google Reviews)

Shergolds is a nursery and farm shop which stocks a wide selection of plants and trees, fresh fruit and vegetables and a range of pet supplies.

One reviewer wrote: "A hidden gem. Wonderful choices at fantastic prices. They even have a small grocery store that carries a wonderful range of pets food and products."

Westlands Farm Shop

Address: Pricketts Hill, Shedfield, Southampton SO32 2JW

Rating: 4.6/5 (from 168 Google Reviews)

Westlands Farm Shop described itself as "a hub for local food and drink and love providing our community with home-grown, locally sourced and high quality produce".

Its website shares that its products include home-grown fruit and vegetables, eggs, cheese, bread, alcohol, confectionery, freezer staples and preserves.

One reviewer wrote: "Recently moved to this area and so glad we live near this farm shop. It's a great place with great products."

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Roebridge Farm Shop

Address: 217 Portswood Road, Portswood, Southampton SO17 2NF

Rating: 4.7/5 (from 46 Google Reviews)

Roebridge Farm Shop has a number of locations around Hampshire and Dorset, with it selling a wide range of fruits, vegetables and whole foods.

One reviewer wrote: "A nice combination of fresh and varied vegetables, good prices and friendly staff".