# The Big Sheep, Bideford — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Experience woolly racing action and thrilling rides at this Devon farm attraction where indoor and outdoor fun includes adorable animals, captivating shows and family-friendly entertainment whatever the weather.

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Amusement Center

# The Big Sheep

Abbotsham

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5645472862800630871&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [CKent](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104334303206165771377)

**In short:** The Big Sheep is an amusement center in Bideford, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,260 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About The Big Sheep

Experience woolly racing action and thrilling rides at this Devon farm attraction where indoor and outdoor fun includes adorable animals, captivating shows and family-friendly entertainment whatever the weather.

## What's nearby

- Country Life Brewery and North Shore Distillery next door
- The Thatched Inn 250m away
- Skern Adventure Abbotsham (Campsite) 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

**Thursday** Closed

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[NAAVoices](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107210162856913598125/reviews) ★★★★★

Fantastic Family Day Out We visited The Big Sheep during the Easter holidays and had an absolutely brilliant day. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that there was plenty to see and do for all ages. One of the highlights was definitely lambing season. Being able to see and feed the lambs was a lovely experience and something the children really enjoyed. We also watched the duck show, which was both entertaining and surprisingly funny. There were plenty of rides to keep everyone occupied, with my teenagers happily disappearing off to enjoy the larger rollercoaster while the younger members of the family explored the rest of the attraction. The facilities were excellent throughout the day. The toilets were clean and well maintained, which is always appreciated when visiting with children. The staff were friendly, welcoming and particularly accommodating towards neurodivergent children, which made a real difference to our experience. There is also a brewery and gift shop on site with reasonably priced gifts and souvenirs. A useful tip for anyone planning a visit is to book tickets online in advance, as they are cheaper than purchasing on the day. It was also great to see that carer tickets are available. The only thing that caught us out was that we hadn't realised Devon's school holiday dates were different from ours, meaning the attraction closed earlier than we expected. Thankfully, queues were very short and we still managed to do everything we wanted to do without feeling rushed. Overall, The Big Sheep offers fantastic value for money, a wide variety of activities, and a genuinely family-friendly atmosphere. We would highly recommend a visit, especially during lambing season.

· via Google

[Holly Hatton](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112907525780219762628/reviews) ★★★★★

Staff were all excellent, especially at the shows, front entrance and brewery. Lamb feeding was a little disappointing that we were rushed through but I'm glad that everyone was able to get a turn. The animals all looked happy and healthy, feeding and petting was great. The roller coaster was better than expected and it was easy to navigate the park.

· via Google

[Miriam Watson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106370598169062894126/reviews) ★★★★★

Visited on 2 Aug for the first time since 1988 - it's changed a bit since then!!! So many things to do and the animal shows were brilliant. Thank you to the lady doing the shows that day as she was amazing. Really engaging and her passion for the animals really shone through. The staff members in the cafe, the ice-cream kiosk, the pedalos and in the animal barn were all really polite and friendly. It was a shame that our first interaction at the entrance was with someone who clearly did not want to be there and was completely disinterested. However, that did not put a dampener on the day as we got to feed goats and lambs, watched the ducks doing their thing and generally had a great time!

· via Google

[Thomas Cunningham](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101971302392294895951/reviews) ★★★★★

We visited The Big Sheep for our little boy’s third birthday and had an absolutely fab time. The staff were lovely, the shows were great, and our son was living his best life from the moment we walked in. He’s now convinced he owns a sheep and has named it “Dave”, so thanks for that. A brilliant family day out, we'd definitely come back.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x486c15fdc9d99b23:0x4e58bfa86056d457!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this family-friendly attraction offers a wide variety of activities, including fun rides, entertaining shows, and opportunities to interact with animals. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean and well-maintained facilities. Guests mention it provides great value for money, with many activities suitable for all ages.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Abbotsham Road, Abbotsham, Bideford, EX39 5AP [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.0163303%2C-4.2445492)

**Category** Theme Parks & Funfairs

**Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (3,260 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 0-12

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Bideford

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★ 4.5 (3,260 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.thebigsheep.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01237 472366](tel:01237472366)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Bideford

**Postcode** EX39 5AP

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C3Q2Q84+G5

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Big Sheep?

The Big Sheep is open Mon 10am–2pm; Tue closed; Wed 10am–2pm; Thu closed; Fri 10am–2pm; Sat–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Big Sheep any good?

The Big Sheep is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,260 Google reviews.

### Is The Big Sheep good for children?

Yes, The Big Sheep is listed as good for children.

### Is The Big Sheep indoors or outdoors?

The Big Sheep has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is The Big Sheep suitable for?

The Big Sheep is best for ages 0-12.

### Is The Big Sheep wheelchair accessible?

The Big Sheep has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at The Big Sheep?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact The Big Sheep?

Call The Big Sheep on +44 1237 472366.

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