Pennywell - Devon's Farm and Wildlife Centres

Pennywell farm and Wildlife Centre at Buckfastleigh offers a unique Devon experience for all the family, whatever the weather. It's brilliant fun for all ages and you'll get a personal insight into the wonderful world of farming, falconry, wildlife and crafts.

Pennywell is the home of 'hands on' activities and there's a host of these, plus shows and displays to choose from every half hour. There are the Pennywell Pony and Donkey rides (height restrictions apply) and every visitor can have a fun filled free ride on the Rainbow Railway Ride. Free quad bike rides and go kart rides for children over 8. Its Devon's friendliest day out.

Opening Times

2008 9 Feb 2008 - 2 Nov 2008

Grading

• VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards

• Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme (Gold) 2008
• Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
• South West Tourism Tourism Website of the Year 2007/08 2007

Tickets Information

Road Directions

Just 3 minutes off the A38. 1 mile south of Buckfastleigh - follow the brown tourist signs. Only 20 miles from Plymouth and Exeter, 12 miles from Torbay with stunning Dartmoor views.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• In countryside

Accessibility

• Guide Dogs Permitted
• Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
• Ramp/Level Access - Most areas accessible for disabled visitors.
• Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

• On site parking
• Parking (free)

Catering

• On-Site café/restaurant - Fully licensed restuarant
• Picnic Site

Payment Methods

• Delta accepted
• Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.1 adult per 5 children; Minimum of 20 people for a free guide
• Maestro accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Max group size - 350
• Min group size - 15
• Special group rates
• Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Toilets

Specialist Features

• Marketed towards children
• Marketed towards families

Tours and Demonstrations

• Demonstrations Given
• Educational Visits Accepted
• Guided Tours Available for Groups