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FAQS

Are all the rides and attractions included in the entrance price?

The entry price to the park covers the majority of our attractions but as some attractions and family rides are only available to a small number of visitors it would unfairly increase the park entrance cost if we were to make these attractions free.

Attractions which have a small charge include: Tractor Driving School (£1), Electric Quad Bikes (£1)

Are dogs allowed?

We love dogs and have lots of Border Collies on site to help us keep the children and the sheep under control! They are however quite territorial. We also have unvaccinated pups on site and several newborn animals who are very tempting to chase for any dog who comes to the site. As a result, we only allow guide dogs onto the main park. We do however have kennels which are free for you to use, these are available on a first come first served basis. Just come down to the reception and ask for a padlock (You will be asked to leave a refundable deposit). There are also areas around the car park for walking the dogs and a field immediately across the road from the car park which can be used to allow the dogs a good run, provided there are no sheep in it at the time.

Are shows on during the winter season?

No animal live shows operate during the winter season except during the February half term when limited indoor shows operate. Call 01237 472366 for full details.

Are there any discounts for local residents?

The BIG Sheep offers Annual Membership. Please see our times and prices page for more information.

Can I book tickets in advance?

Yes, we suggest you pre-book your tickets online to guarantee entry and SAVE!

Spaces are limited and you will pay more at the door!

Can you smoke at The BIG Sheep?

As a family attraction, The Big Sheep operates a NO SMOKING policy across the whole park including the outdoor areas. Smoking is allowed in the Car Park.

Do you accept Tesco vouchers?

The BIG Sheep accepts Tesco Clubcard Rewards. You are required to redeem your Clubcard points from Tesco who will then email you a Tesco QR Code to show at the door upon arrival, we will accept them as full or part payment. Part payment can be topped up with cash or card payment. Please note that Tesco Clubcard partner rewards cannot be used in conjunction with any other vouchers and cannot be redeemed for our evening events. Visit the Tesco Clubcard website for more information.

Does The BIG Sheep recycle?

We love our planet and try and make it easy for our visitors to recycle their rubbish.

We have two types of waste bins on site:

Brown bins, for general waste that goes to landfill (boo!)

Green bins, for mixed recyclable materials (yay!)

Please place your empty coffee cups, blue hand towels, plastic bottles, drinks cans, cardboard, paper and plastic in the green bins for recycling.

Half-filled coffee cups or drinks containers, food leftovers and soiled food packaging should all go in the brown bins.

Does the brewery have a shop?

The BIG Sheep Sheepy Shop stocks a variety of bottled beer.

 It’s open when the park is open, for opening ours please see Times and Prices.

If you are looking to purchase kegs of beer or larger quantities, call them on 01237 420 808 to pre order. 

Entry is free to the brewery, shop and Barn Cafe

How do we get to The Big Sheep?

See our find us page for full directions.

How long can you spend at The Big Sheep?

You are welcome to spend as long as you like in the park, but you’ll need at least 3-4 hours to enjoy all of our attractions and shows during the main season. In the winter, again you’re welcome all day but limited attractions are open at different times, please see our opening times page for more information.

I'm 14, can I visit The BIG Sheep with my friends, or do I need an adult with me?

Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over due to insurance purposes.

I'm pregnant, is it safe for me to visit The BIG Sheep?

Yes, it is safe for you to visit. There are several areas within The BIG Sheep where you can avoid contact with the animals at the petting farm or simply watch and look at the animals. Pregnant women should not pick up or feed any newborn lambs. There is a potential risk at a specific stage of pregnancy if sheep afterbirth is ingested from a sheep carrying transmissible diseases. We have never had any problems here at The BIG Sheep, but we would not like you to take any risks. The number of cases nationally are extremely small, but pregnant women must be aware of any potential risks.

Is The BIG Sheep an all-weather attraction / Are there lots of undercover facilities?

Yes, the majority of The BIG Sheep attraction is undercover. The Ewetopia Indoor Playground is particularly popular on wet days as it’s suitable for both adults and children. Our live shows during the day in the summer are either inside the show arena which has seating for 250 people or there are shelters for you to watch the shows from around the park. The nursery barn and the brewery are also undercover.

It’s recommended that you bring a coat for some of the family rides, such as the farm safari and the train ride as even though the rides have overhead covers, both sides of the trailer and train are left open, so it can get windy. Unfortunately Rampage Rollercoaster cannot operate in wet weather conditions and The Twister closes in high winds both for the safety of our guests.

What attractions are open during the winter?

Please call 01237 472 366 for full details as winter attractions vary. We will happily advise you which attractions are available to your group in relation to the ages in your family. Our Ewetopia Indoor Play Zone is open during the winter season. Some family rides will operate during the winter season but are limited during wet and windy weather. During the winter season there may be less animals or no animals onsite, due to lambing or refurbishment. Please call 01237 472 366 for full details.

What attractions are there for teenagers?

See our Teen Attractions page for more information. Please note, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

What is the postcode for The BIG Sheep?

Our postcode is EX39 5AP. Find our full address on the contact us or find us pages.

What time do you recommended we arrive at The BIG Sheep?

Families or groups of children are strongly recommended to arrive before 11:30am during the main season to watch the Duck Trialling live show. Audience participation is a core part of the show.

What time does The BIG Sheep open and close during the summer season?

Please refer to our times and prices page for detailed information.

What time does The BIG Sheep open and close during the winter season?

Please refer to our times and prices page for detailed information.

When are you open and what are your prices?

Please refer to our times and prices page for detailed information.

When is The BIG Sheep open during the winter season?

Please refer to our times and prices page for detailed information.

Where is your Online Feedback Form?

You can visit our contact us page for details on how to get in touch.