Pennywell Farm
All kids big and small love a farm and there’s plenty to do at Pennywell Farm!
What is there to do?
Kids and adults can take part in lots of farm-based fun including egg collecting at Funky Fowl, goat milking the old-fashioned way, and bottle feeding the lambs and goats.
Have a go at pond dipping and Ferret and Pig racing – Miniature Pigs!!!!
Pets Teatime – Have a snuggle with your favourite pet and give them a treat.
Planting – Plant a seed and take it home as a reminder of Pennywell Farm.
Meet the Animals
Heavy Horses – Meet Fusilier the Shire Horse – See how far you have to look up before you see his head.
Miniature Pigs – These adorable little piggies are definitely worth a visit. Keep an eye out for the piggy racing times and feeding times which are a treat.
Pets – Have cuddles with friendly rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, chicks, and ducklings.
Funky Fowl – Meet the many birds in the international poultry collection.
Goats and Kid Goats – Join the cheeky kid goats in their purpose-built goatarama.
Ponies and Donkeys – Stroke and brush the many ponies and donkeys.
Ewes and Lambs – If you’re lucky you will get the chance to bottle feed a lamb.
Tortoises – Pennywell farm has its very own Tortoise Retirement Village for tortoises whose owners can no longer look after them.
Alpaca – Meet Tommy and Toffee the Alpaca. Who can resist their beautiful eyes.
Rides
If the animals aren’t enough for you, there are rides available.
Red Rocket – Launch around the battlefield. Suitable from age 4.
Tractor and Trailer Ride – All the family can take part in this for a ride across the grounds across to Dartmoor National Park.
Rainbow Railway – Take a ride on this miniature train.
Run Rabbit Go-Karts – Race mum and dad on these fun go-karts. Suitable from age 8.
Facilities
If the weathers great take a picnic. If the weather isn’t great you can still take a picnic as there are both undercover and outdoor picnic tables available.
Or if you fancy treating yourself to lunch there, then choose from a selection of locally sourced food and drinks from Henny Penny’s Cafe.
Microwaves are also available for heating up baby food.
How much does it cost?
- Child Under 3 years old – FREE
- Child 3 – 16 years – £10.95
- Adults – £14.95
- Senior – £13.95
There are also lots of upcoming events which include Elfic the Jester, Animal Yoga, and Poco Drom – all of the details can be found on their Events Page.
Have a great day.
Lisa
Pssst – Don’t forget to have a look at the many other suggestions for the School Holidays. Check out our #SchoolHols2017 page for many great days out in the South West.
*images taken from www.pennywellfarm.co.uk