Pennywell Farm

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A visit to the multi-award-winning Pennywell Farm is something you’ll never forget! Make memories that last a lifetime with a fun-filled experience packed with animals, hands-on activities, rides, playtime, shows and displays.

As the biggest activity farm in the South West, there’s something happening every 30 minutes. Just listen for the bell! Home to more than 150 animals, Pennywell has something for everyone, from pig racing to tractor rides.

“This was the best day EVER! The experience with the animals was amazing.”

Erica T, Pennywell visitor

Get involved with the farmyard activities

Your experience begins with a warm welcome in the main farmyard, where you’ll be guided through the activity board. It's worth taking a photo on your phone so you can keep track of what's happening wherever you are on the farm.

Once the activities begin, you can join in as much as you like! Get involved with milking and walking the goats, cheer on the racing ferrets, hand-feed the herd of red deer, collect eggs from the laying hens and discover plenty more along the way.

One of the highlights is the Pennywell Pig Racing phenomenon. This truly unique event is fantastic fun for all the family. Come and cheer on your favourite porker in a snout-to-snout race!

Meet the famous Pennywell miniature pigs

Pennywell Farm is the original breeder and home of the world-famous Pennywell Miniature Pig. If you haven't cuddled a pig before, Piggy Cuddles is an experience you won't want to miss! Available throughout your visit, it gives you the chance to get up close with these much-loved little animals.

The pet cuddles area is also home to other beautiful pets, including rabbits, guinea pigs, mice and more, giving you the chance to meet and hold some of the farm's smaller residents.

Meet more than 150 friendly animals

Hundreds of friendly animals are waiting to meet you, from magnificent heavy horses to teeny-tiny mice and everything in between.

Explore the farm and discover Highland cattle, lambs, goat kids, Pennywell Miniature Pigs, alpacas, tortoises and plenty more. Grab a net and go pond dipping to discover the wildlife living beneath the surface, or wander into the paddocks to meet the miniature ponies and family of miniature donkeys, who love attention from visitors.

You can also head to Goatarama to hand-feed the cheeky goats!

“What a wonderful farm! The animals are so well looked after. Brilliant activities so well organised. All the staff were friendly and helpful. It was super clean too!”

Caroline T, Pennywell visitor

Enjoy the farmyard rides

Farmyard rides are brought to you courtesy of tractor power! Climb aboard the Tractor and Trailer Ride for a trip to Old MacDonald's Farm, suitable for all the family. Who will you spot along the way?

For a little more excitement, anyone over the age of four can blast off from the showfield on the Red Rocket ride. Or take a more leisurely trip on the Rainbow Railway, which the whole family can enjoy.

Let off steam with play and adventure

There's plenty to keep younger visitors entertained, with play areas and activities dotted throughout the farm.

Kids can bounce out their excess energy on the trampolines, huge bouncy castles and inflatable slide inside Noah's Barn. Take on the Crazy Golf course, test driving skills in the Pennywell Tractor Village or tackle the assault course, which is great fun for energetic adults too!

You'll also find sit-on diggers, sandpits, play equipment and slides, alongside a dedicated play village for toddlers.

For older children, the new Treetops Adventure Towers offer even more to explore, with climbing challenges and three of the biggest slides you'll find for miles!

Food and drink at Pennywell

There's no need to go hungry during your visit, with plenty of coffee and takeaway food and drink stops spread across the farm.

Enjoy a delicious Devonshire cream tea, locally made ice cream, tasty pasties and sausage rolls. Noah's Takeaway serves stone-baked pizzas, while the brand-new Treetops Takeaway is the place to go for gourmet hot dogs.

“Best farm we’ve been to. So much to see and do and we got to cuddle a miniature baby pig. What more could you ask for?! Would certainly go back if we were in the area again!”

Caz B, Pennywell visitor

Enjoy the Devon countryside

The beautiful Devon countryside provides a stunning backdrop to your farm visit, with views stretching across the Dart Valley and towards Dartmoor.

Set 650 feet above sea level, Pennywell offers some fantastic views of the surrounding landscape, adding another reason to make a day of your visit.

Find Pennywell Farm

Pennywell Farm is easy to find, just three miles off the A38, around 30 minutes from Exeter and Plymouth, and 12 miles from Torbay. Simply follow the brown tourist signs.

We can't wait to see you soon!