Most people do not eat the seeds of pumpkins but the oil inside is now a health food supplement. The inside of the pumpkin is what is most desired.as it is made into the most sumptuous pie. It is also made into bread and muffins and even cookies. Pumpkins have been imported into Europe but are general grown in somewhat warmer and drier climates than the UK. People do used the outer shell as lanterns on Halloween Oct 31 but I have a plastic one with and electric light inside. I do believe Chris might enjoy heading out on a pleasant day to this event http://www.sohampumpkinfair.co.uk/ "The National Pumpkin Champion is Mr. Primett who won an engraved trophy and £500 cash with a Pumpkin weighing in at 128.5kgs Well done to him!!"
