Name: Pennywell Farm
Rating: 5.0

Pennywell Farm

Pennywell Farm, Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh, UK

1-90 Years

Paid

Description

Welcome to Devon’s Award-Winning Pennywell Farm Get ready for a full day of hands-on animal fun, exciting shows every 30 minutes, and memories that last a lifetime. At Pennywell Farm, there’s a new activity every half hour just listen for the bell with hundreds of friendly animals to meet, from cheeky goats and cuddly piglets to Highland cows and miniature ponies. Visitors can enjoy bottle-feeding goat kids, grooming miniature donkeys, or simply watching the animals at play. All rides are included with your ticket: blast around the showfield on the Red Rocket Ride, Tractor & Trailer Ride or Rainbow Railway, perfect for little ones. Other fun activities include Memory Making Moments, an Indoor Play Barn, Giant Slides, Treetops Towers,

Day Ticket Prices: Child (3–15 years) £18.95, Child (1–2 years) Free, Infant (0–11 months) Free, Adult (16+ years) £22.95, Senior (65+ years) £20.95. Online booking is essential, and spaces are limited to ensure plenty of piggy cuddles and fun for everyone!

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Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Pennywell Farm: There's a New Activity Every 30 Minutes. Animals, activities, and rides await with something new every half an hour just listen for the bell. From cheeky goats to cuddly piglets, Highland cows to miniature ponies, there are hundreds of friendly animals here at Pennywell just waiting to meet visitors. Whether bottle-feeding a goat kid or giving the miniature donkeys a gentle groom, it’s all part of the fun.
Rides: Included in Your Ticket All rides are free with admission:
- Red Rocket Ride – Blast around the showfield for ages 4–104.
- Tractor & Trailer Ride – Scenic ride through the farm with views stretching to Dartmoor.
- Rainbow Railway – Gentle train ride, perfect for little ones and the whole family.
Other Activities
- Memory Making Moments – Capture the joy and laughter for unforgettable memories.
- Indoor Play Barn – Bouncy castles and soft play, rain or shine.
- Giant Slides – Big slides for adventurous little ones.
- Treetops Towers – Climb, slide, and scramble with stunning views.
- The Big Show – Magic, comedy, juggling, and more on weekends and school holidays.
- Meet Pippa the Pig – Dance, high-five, and photo with the cheerful mascot.
- Crazy Golf – Grab a club and tee off.
- Tractor Village – Take the wheel and lead the way in imaginative play.
- Giant Outdoor Play – Action-packed outdoor play area for energy-burning fun.
Activities for Rainy Days
- Piggy & Pet Cuddles – Covered cuddles with miniature piglets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and more.
- Noah’s Barn Indoor Play – Inflatable slides and soft play indoors.
- Tractor Rides with a View – Covered rides through scenic parts of the farm.
- The Big Show – Indoor entertainment featuring magicians, jugglers, and family-friendly comedy.
- Bottle-Feeding Baby Goats – Under shelter while feeding baby goats.
- Animal Talks & Meet the Farmers – Interactive talks and Q&A sessions with farm staff.
- Warm Up with a Treat – Hot chocolate, pasties, or pizza from food outlets.
The World Famous Pennywell Miniature Pigs: Specially bred miniature pigs with unique colours, markings, and personalities no visit is complete without a piggy cuddle.

Facilities

Free Parking onsite
Toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities
You can bring a picnic
Farm shop
Onsite restaurant and snacks are available
Assistance/Guide Dogs only

What to see

Animals on the Farm
- Ferrets – Cheer on mischievous ferrets like Thunder, Lightning, Flash, Snap, Crackle & Pop.
- Tortoises – Retired tortoises enjoying their slow-paced life.
- Hedgehogs – Meet African Pygmy hedgehogs during scheduled activities.
- Pets: Rabbits, Guinea Pigs & Mice – Enjoy cuddles in the cosy pets area.
- Standard Donkeys – Meet Mum Fern, daughters Teasel and Arabella, and new recruits Rodney, Wilma, and Gladys.
- Heavy Horses – Meet mighty horses like Duchess & Delilah in the farmyard.
- Red Deer – Hand-feed a tame herd in the Deer Park.
- Alpacas – Meet Tommy, Tigger, Eric, and Ernie, the friendly alpaca quartet.
- Highland Cows – Wave to Highland cows and calves during the Tractor & Trailer Ride.
- Miniature Donkeys – Meet Pedro and Diva with daughters Poppy and Maggie for cuddles and strokes.
- Miniature Ponies – Cuddle and groom miniature ponies in paddocks and the Miniature Pony Centre.
- Sheep & Lambs – Meet Rams, Ewes, and Lambs, including Valais Blacknose and Whiteface Dartmoor.
- Goats & Goat Kids – Meet a range of goat breeds in the purpose-built Goatarama and join half-hourly activities like milking, feeding, and walking a goat.
- Pennywell Miniature Pigs – Specially bred miniature pigs, micro pigs, or tea cup pigs, perfect for cuddles and pig racing.
Event: There’s something special happening all year round. From magical meet-and-greets to festive trails and after-dark adventures, calendar is packed with unforgettable seasonal events for the whole family. Click here to see.
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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Day Tickets:
- Child (3–15 years): £18.95
- Child (1–2 years): Free
- Infant (0–11 months): Free
- Adult (16+ years): £22.95
- Senior (65+ years): £20.95
Season tickets are also available for unlimited visits:
All visitors MUST book tickets in advance as numbers are limited.

Pricing URL: https://pennywellfarm.co.uk/cart

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

If you are planning a special birthday celebration, let know and can help to make the day special.
Display the birthday person’s name on birthday board in the entrance porch, in time for when they arrive (please email [email protected] with the name, age and date of visit no later than 72 hours before your visit).
Introduce the birthday person when you come in and will give them a birthday rosette to wear so all the team can help them have a great birthday.
Do not offer a birthday party package but you can either bring a picnic or buy food here on the day.

Pennywell is open 7 days a week from 15th February - 2nd November, 9am-4pm.
The farm will then be open again from late November on select dates for a Magical Christmas Experience.

Address: Pennywell Farm, Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh, UK

Post Code: TQ11 0LT

Council: South Hams

County: Devon

Getting to Pennywell Farm is part of the fun! Nestled in the heart of Devon, just a short drive from Torbay, Exeter, and Plymouth. Whether you're coming by car, bus, train or even bike, got you covered.\
By Car: Just 3 minutes off the A38. Follow brown signs.
- Sat Nav: TQ11 0LT
- Nearest Train Station: Totnes (7 miles)
- Airport: Exeter (20 miles)
- Cycle Reward: 50% refund on online tickets
- Pennywell Farm, Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT
- Just 3 minutes off the A38, 1 mile south of Buckfastleigh - follow the brown tourist signs.
- Sat Nav - Post Code TQ11 0LT
- Pennywell is situated in an unnamed country lane which has its own signposted exit from the A38. You may need to continue on the road for a few hundred yards after your sat nav tells you that you have arrived. Acres of free parking available for all visitors.
By Bus: There is no direct bus to Pennywell, but services run to Buckfastleigh, just over a mile away. Contact Stagecoach on 01392 427711 or visit www.stagecoachbus.com for details. You can walk to the farm or take a taxi from Buckfastleigh.
By Train: The nearest station is Totnes, 7 miles from Pennywell. Taxis are available at the station.
By Air: Exeter Airport is approx 20 miles away, offering connections across the UK and Europe.
By Bicycle: If you cycle to Pennywell, reward you with a 50% refund on your online ticket. Simply let know at the entrance.
Eco Travel: OptionsEncourage you to car share where possible. You can calculate the carbon offset for your journey here. BOOK TICK.