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Sep 17

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The Pennywell Miniature Pig Story

Did you know that the piggies at the farm are actually our very own breed?!Shortly after Pennywell opened it's doors in 1989 it became clear that pigs were exceedingly popular with visitors. The problem was that traditional breeds are very large, grow up quickly and don't tend to be particularly friendly. In 1992, Chris Murray, Read More…

This story appeared on September 17, 2022

Jul 23

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South Devon Beach Guide

This ultimate guide to South Devon beaches gives you a snapshot of each unique beach. Clear, safe waters, sand beaches and shingle beaches, miles of stunning coastal walks, dramatic cliffs and beautiful backdrops. the beaches of South Devon really do have it all! Be inspired and go slightly off the beaten track or visit the Read More…

This story appeared on July 23, 2021

Jun 07

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How to plan the perfect kids' birthday party in 2021!

It’s the one day of the year that has to be perfect and memorable for your child - their birthday. A birthday party is a great way to celebrate. We have some tips and ideas to take the stress out of your birthday party planning. Whether you are hosting a few toddlers at home or looking Read More…

This story appeared on June 07, 2021

Mar 26

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8 Reasons to Visit South Devon

Here are 8 great reasons to visit South Devon this summer. Whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic break, or simply a desire to escape the every day, South Devon has something for everyone. 1. Visit Pennywell Farm! Voted Devon's Best Family Attraction, a visit to Pennywell Farm is definitely not one to miss! Pennywell Read More…

This story appeared on March 26, 2021

Feb 01

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Welcome Award News for Pennywell!

[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text]The team at Pennywell Farm are delighted to share some welcome award news with Pennywell Farmers everywhere. Pennywell is shortlisted in 3 categories in the Devon Tourism Awards 2020/21. This news is just too good to keep to ourselves, particularly as we have once again been shortlisted for the Visitor Attraction of the Year Read More…

This story appeared on February 01, 2021 and is tagged as: awards | devon tourism | Devon tourist attraction | pennywell | pennywell farm

Dec 14

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6 Reasons to choose an experience over a gift this Christmas

Spend a few minutes scrolling your Social Media and you will see hundreds of personal images focused on experience and self-fulfilment. Whether it’s a perfectly arranged plate of food in a nice restaurant, a family selfie at an attraction or displaying a medal from a 10k race, we are attaching more value to meaningful experiences Read More…

This story appeared on December 14, 2020

Nov 17

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Pennywell’s 2020 Highlights

What a year it’s been! We have enjoyed seeing so many lovely visitors this year despite the challenges and unusual circumstances that 2020 has brought. So, here’s our review of the Pennywell year so far: January It was back to work straight after the Christmas break and there was plenty going on behind closed gates. Read More…

This story appeared on November 17, 2020 and is tagged as: Christmas Nativity | COVID safe | Devon tourist attraction | Pennywell. Pennywell Farm | season tickets

Sep 04

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Planning a visit to Pennywell?

It’s fantastic to be open and to have been able to welcome visitors back to Pennywell once again. The whole team here had that ‘first day at school’ feeling when we opened the gates post lockdown but now we are used to new ways of working, we’re comfortable and enjoying sharing all the fun of Read More…

This story appeared on September 04, 2020

Aug 03

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Top 5 ‘must-dos’ when you visit Pennywell this summer

A visit to any attraction is going to look slightly different wherever you choose this summer due to the COVID-19 restrictions and social distancing. You can still have an amazing time though and if you are planning a visit to Pennywell, among the hundreds of things to do, we have picked our top 5 must- Read More…

This story appeared on August 03, 2020

Mar 18

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How to survive self isolation with the family

With more and more school closures and more families having to self-isolate, people are going to have to get used to amusing themselves. As you may not have a choice, why not turn this time into something positive where the whole family can come together and spend some quality time. We’ve come up with a Read More…

This story appeared on March 18, 2020