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Activities

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.

All included in your ticket price!

Activity Schedule

Weekday
Weekend & School Holidays
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    9:00
    Meet your pennywell Farmer 🧑‍🌾

    Main Farmyard

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    9:30
    Meet the Ponies 🐎

    Miniature Pony Centre

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    10:00
    Ferret Racing 🏆

    Quad / Main Barn

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    10:30
    Meet The Donkeys 🫏

    Meet In The Farmyard

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    11:00
    Bottle Feeding 🍼

    Quad

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    11:30
    Goat Milking 🐐

    Main Barn

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    12:00
    Meet the Hedgehog 🦔

    Main Barn

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    12:30
    PIG Racing 🐖

    The Show Field

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    13:00
    Meet the Heavy Horses 🐎

    Main Farmyard

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    13:30
    Pig Feeding 🐖

    Meet in the Farmyard

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    14:00
    Goat Walking 🐐

    The Orchard

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    14:30
    Deer Feeding 🦌

    The Deer Park

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    15:00
    Bottle Feeding 🍼

    Quad

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    15:30
    Say Goodnight to the Pets 💤

    Pennywell Theatre

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    16:00
    Home Time! 🚗

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    9:00
    Meet your pennywell Farmer 🧑‍🌾

    Main Farmyard

  • On right now! On next!
    9:30
    Meet The Donkeys 🫏

    Meet in the Farmyard

  • On right now! On next!
    10:00
    Pig Feeding 🐖

    Meet in the Farmyard

  • On right now! On next!
    10:30
    Ferret Racing 🏆

    Quad / Main Barn

  • On right now! On next!
    11:00
    Bottle Feeding 🍼

    Quad

  • On right now! On next!
    11:30
    Meet The Hedgehog 🦔

    Main Barn

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    12:00
    Big Show 🎪

    The Orchard / Main Barn

  • On right now! On next!
    12:30
    Pig Racing 🐖

    The Show Field

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    13:00
    Goat Walking🐐

    The Orchard

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    14:00
    Meet Pippa the Pennywell Mascot!

    The Orchard

  • On right now! On next!
    14:30
    Big Show 🎪

    The Orchard / Main Barn

  • On right now! On next!
    15:00
    Bottle Feeding 🍼

    Quad

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    15:30
    Meet the Deer 🦌

    The Deer Park

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    16:00
    Home Time! 🚗

  • Please be aware that the activity schedule may change slightly from day to day - always check the activity board upon arrival!

    World-Famous Farmyard Fun

    Activities

    From pig racing to bottle feeding, pony pampering to goat walking, every day is packed with a new hands-on activity every 30 minutes! One of Pennywell's most popular activities is cuddles with the world famous Pennywell Miniature Pigs. We also have the fluffiest rabbits, sweetest Guinea Pigs, and tiniest Mice ready to meet you! For the welfare and comfort of our animals, we ask that you use a blanket for pet and piggy cuddles. You are welcome to bring your own blanket/small towel, or our pet blankets are available to purchase in the Pennywell shop for £3.50.

    🐷 Piggy Cuddles

    🐷 Piggy Cuddles

    One of Pennywell's most popular activities is cuddles with the world-famous Pennywell Miniature Pigs.

    🦌Deer Feeding

    🦌Deer Feeding

    Get up close to our gentle deer and enjoy the magical moment of hand-feeding these graceful creatures.

    🍼Bottle Feeding

    🍼Bottle Feeding

    Bottle-feed our playful baby goats – the cutest way to make a new friend!

    🐷Pig Racing

    🐷Pig Racing

    Everyday at 12:30pm! Join in with the phenomenon that is Pennywell miniature pig racing.

    🐐Goat Walking

    🐐Goat Walking

    Take your very own goat for a walk on a lead, a big hit with both adults and children!

    🏆Ferret Racing

    🏆Ferret Racing

    Cheer on your favourite ferret as they dash through the racing tubes – who will take the crown?

    🐑Hand-Feed The Animals

    🐑Hand-Feed The Animals

    Feed the animals by hand and feel their little noses nibble – it’s farmyard fun you won’t forget!

    🍼Goat Milking

    🍼Goat Milking

    Get hands on and try your hand at milking one of our cheeky goats – it's udderly brilliant!

    🐸Pond Dipping

    🐸Pond Dipping

    Grab a net and discover the hidden wonders beneath the water in our fun-filled pond dipping activity!

    🐷Pig Feeding

    🐷Pig Feeding

    Feed our world-famous miniature pigs and discover the fascinating story behind their adorable origins!

    🐴Pony Pampering

    🐴Pony Pampering

    Pick up a brush and pamper one of our gentle miniature ponies – a calm, cuddly moment they’ll love just as much as you will!

    Hundreds Of Cute Animals To Meet

    Animals

    From cheeky goats to cuddly piglets, Highland cows to miniature ponies, there are hundreds of friendly animals here at Pennywell just waiting to meet you. Whether you're bottle-feeding a goat kid or giving the miniature donkeys a gentle groom, it’s all part of the fun. Enjoy the most hands-on animal fun you’ve ever had with the true stars of the farm. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, there’s always a new friend to meet at Pennywell.

    🐐 Goats & Goat Kids

    🐐 Goats & Goat Kids

    Hand feed these cheeky goats as they play in their Goatarama and hear the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff.

    🐰 Fluffy Rabbits

    🐰 Fluffy Rabbits

    Cuddle up with friendly rabbits, guinea pigs and mice in our cosy pets area.

    🫏 Miniature Donkeys

    🫏 Miniature Donkeys

    Say hello to Pedro, Diva, and their growing family of miniature donkeys.

    🐮 Highland Cattle

    🐮 Highland Cattle

    Wave to our Highland cows and calves on your tractor and trailer ride through the fields.

    🐴 Miniature Ponies

    🐴 Miniature Ponies

    Groom and cuddle our miniature ponies while enjoying views across the Dart Valley.

    🐑 Lambs & Kids

    🐑 Lambs & Kids

    Bottle feed our adorable lambs and baby goats – many of them orphaned and raised at Pennywell.

    🐢 Tortoises

    🐢 Tortoises

    Our retired tortoises are living their best slow-paced life here at Pennywell.

    🦙 Alpacas

    🦙 Alpacas

    From sociable Tommy to shy Tigger, meet our loveable alpaca quartet.

    🦔 Hedgehogs

    🦔 Hedgehogs

    Get to know our friendly African Pygmy hedgehogs and discover what makes them unique.

    🐎Heavy Horses

    🐎Heavy Horses

    From the mighty to the miniature! Our heavy horses take centre stage in the farmyard.

    All Included in your Ticket

    Rides

    We have three fantastic rides at Pennywell Farm, and the best part? They're all completely free with your admission! From thrilling blasts around the showfield to gentle journeys through scenic countryside, there’s something for every age and energy level. Climb aboard and make some unforgettable memories!

    🚀 Red Rocket Ride

    🚀 Red Rocket Ride

    Blast around the showfield in our Red Rocket – perfect for thrill-seekers aged 4 to 104!

    🚜 Tractor & Trailer Ride

    🚜 Tractor & Trailer Ride

    Hop aboard for a bumpy, beautiful ride through the most scenic part of the farm, with views stretching to Dartmoor.

    🌈 Rainbow Railway

    🌈 Rainbow Railway

    All aboard! A gentle train ride that’s perfect for little ones and fun for the whole family.

    And So Much More!

    Don’t forget to snap a photo of the activity board when you arrive so you don’t miss a single moment!

    🌳 Treetops Towers

    🌳 Treetops Towers

    Climb, slide, and scramble through our brand-new play towers – with stunning views and a takeaway nearby.

    🎭 The Big Show

    🎭 The Big Show

    On weekends and school holidays, enjoy dazzling entertainment twice a day, think magic, comedy, juggling, and more!

    🐽 Meet Pippa the Pig

    🐽 Meet Pippa the Pig

    Catch a dance, high-five, and photo with our cheerful mascot, Pippa Pig – sometimes appearing in place of The Big Show!

    ⛳Crazy Golf

    ⛳Crazy Golf

    Grab a club and tee off – can you score a hole-in-one?

    🚜Tractor Village

    🚜Tractor Village

    Take the wheel in Tractor Village, where young farmers rule the road and imagination leads the way!

    🪵Giant Outdoor Play

    🪵Giant Outdoor Play

    Burn off some energy in our action-packed outdoor play area – it’s big, bold and built for adventure!

    📷Memory Making Moments

    📷Memory Making Moments

    Capture the joy, share the laughter – Pennywell is where magical memories are made every day.

    🎪Indoor Play Barn

    🎪Indoor Play Barn

    Rain or shine, the fun never stops – dive into our indoor bouncy castles and let the jumping begin!

    🛝Giant Slides

    🛝Giant Slides

    Big smiles and even bigger slides – a must-do for little adventurers with a need for speed!

    FAQ’s

    Activities run every 30 minutes throughout the day. Just listen for the bell and check the activity board on arrival for any updates.

    We have a set schedule for weekdays and a slightly different one for weekends and school holidays. Activities may occasionally change depending on weather or animal needs, so always check the board when you arrive.

    Pig racing takes place every day at 12:30pm in the Show Field. It’s one of our most popular activities, so don’t miss it.

    Yes. Piggy cuddles are available daily and are included in your ticket. For animal comfort, cuddles must be done with a blanket, you can bring your own or purchase one from the shop for £3.50.

    Yes, bottle feeding baby goats happens twice a day and is included in your ticket price. No extra cost or booking needed.

    Absolutely. Many of our animals love being hand-fed, including goats, sheep and deer. Feed is available from staff during scheduled times.

    You’ll meet everything from miniature pigs and donkeys to rabbits, hedgehogs, goats, deer, alpacas, Highland cows, tortoises and more.

    We have three rides included in your ticket: the Red Rocket Ride, Tractor & Trailer Ride, and the Rainbow Railway. They’re suitable for all ages and run throughout the day.

    On weekends and school holidays, we host two Big Shows a day featuring magic, juggling, comedy and more. Pippa the Pennywell mascot often appears too.

    Yes. Children can join in on goat walking and try goat milking – both are fun, hands-on experiences included in the day’s activities.

    Yes, children can take part in pond dipping and explore the natural world under supervision with nets and guides.

    We recommend bringing a picnic blanket or small towel for pig cuddles, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing. All other materials are provided on site.

    Yes, you’re welcome to take photos throughout the farm, including during activities. We love seeing your memories shared online – just be mindful of other visitors’ privacy.

    Most activities are toddler-friendly, including animal cuddles, pony pampering, and the Rainbow Railway. We also have a dedicated indoor play barn and outdoor play areas designed with little ones in mind.

    No booking is required for any of the activities. They’re all included with your ticket and available on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the day.

    We recommend arriving as close to opening (9:00am) as possible to make the most of the full day. With activities every 30 minutes, there’s something to join in at any time.

    Yes, we have quieter zones around the site, and the team can recommend the best times for less busy activities if you prefer a calmer visit.

    Yes, our friendly Pennywell team is present at all scheduled activities to guide, inform, and ensure both visitors and animals have a safe, enjoyable experience.

    Most scheduled activities last between 15 and 30 minutes. You’re welcome to stay for as much or as little as suits your day.

    Most scheduled activities last between 15 and 30 minutes. You’re welcome to stay for as much or as little as suits your day.