Events & Gigs
If you’re looking for great gigs and shows in North Devon, look no further than The Big Sheep Live Events Stage. We’ve got BIG sounds, BIG events and a BIG atmosphere happening right here on our massive live stage.
WHAT’S ON
Halloween Toddler Takeover
Sat 19th – Wed 23rd Oct
Dig out your best Halloween costumes and bring your little monsters along for our Halloween Toddler Takeover with Jiggy Wrigglers and Barnwood Bears!
Highlights include:
Monsters Ball with Jiggy Wrigglers
Barnwood Bear Halloween sessions
Halloween Arts & Crafts
Feed the Baby Lambs
BLOOM NORTH DEVON
HALLOWEEN HALF TERM FUN
26th OCT – 2nD NOV
Creepin’ It Real.. Ewe’ll have a hoot this Halloween at The Big Sheep!
LOTS FOR EWE TO DO!
• Live Animal Shows
• Thrill Rides and Gentle Rides
• Outdoor fun on our Jumping Pillows
• Indoor play at EWEtopia Soft Play
• Animal Magic in our undercover Barn
• Fancy Dress Welcome
BONFIRE & FIREWORK SPECTACULAR
TUESDAY 5th NOVEMBER
Join us for an unforgettable evening of excitement, warmth, and joy at The BIG Sheep’s BIG Bonfire and Fireworks event!
🍔 Hot & Cold Food & Drinks Available
CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING
SATURDAY 30th NOVEMBER
Barnwood Bears we will be hosting a Christmas Wreath making workshop for the 2nd year at The Big Sheep!
Adults only event
Come and join us for Wreath making special with festive fizz and teas and cakes.
The classes will be held in The Big Sheeps restaurant with festive lighting and music to get you in the Jolly festive mood.
The classes will be Running for 2 hours so enough time to work on your wreath and also relax and enjoy at your own pace.
Come along and create your own fresh wreath this Christmas full of local foliage and seasonal decorations
Ticket includes Mulled wine or fizz of your choice on arrival!
Hot drinks and a selection of Christmas cakes will be available to purchase at any point during your session from The Big Sheep restaurant.
Everything you need will be supplied for your own wreath including gloves and cutters.
CHRISTMAS TODDLER TAKEOVER
FRIDAY 13th – MONDAY 16th DECEMBER
We’ll be joined by Jiggy Wrigglers for this fantastic Merry Christmas event full of snow, festive cheer and plenty of precious family memories and Christmas keepsakes.
Your day out is between 9:30am and 3pm where you can enjoy the following attractions:
Entertainment include:
• Jiggy Wrigglers Christmas Music Show
• Barnwood Bears Christmas
• Bloom North Devon Workshops
• Indoor play at EWEtopia Soft Play
• Make your own Reindeer Food for Christmas Eve
• Christmas Keepsakes
• Parent–led Christmas Crafts
• Present for each child to take home.
BEAUTY & THE BEAST
SATURDAY 14th DECEMBER
This Christmas, from the team who brought you Peter Pan, Jack and the Beanstalk and Sleeping Beauty, escape on a magical adventure with a fabulous, funny pop-up pantomime of Beauty and the Beast. Expect songs, silliness and some festive magic in this classic panto for all ages!
Performance starts at 2.30pm
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Saturday 7th, 14th, 21st December 2024
WELCOME TO N.DEVON’S LARGEST INDOOR MARKET!
Free range turkeys, organic meats, sprouts on stalks, cheeses, cakes, fresh fish and Christmas trees are just some of the delights which will be on offer!
WIN A £200 HAMPER
Don’t miss your chance to WIN a selection of Christmas goodies in our Prize Hamper Draw!
BIG EVENTS IN 2025
fight night
15th MARCH 2025
BIDEFORD BIKE SHOW
SUNDAY 25th MAY 2025
PIGSTOCK 2025
DATE TBC
HERE FOR THE MUSIC 2025
6th-8th JUNE 2025
KIDS FEST 2025
Sunday 22nd JUNE 2025
TODDLER FEST 25′
Sunday 14th September 2025
STAY THE NIGHT
FESTIVAL CAMPING
from just £10 a night (per person)
Stay the night and experience the thrill of camping under the starry sky!
The camping field will be available at 10am on the day of the event and check out by 10am the next day.
Shared Toilet & Shower Block and Washing Up Area.
SHOwers, great toilets, washing & waste
Adventure Camping is a spacious 35 acre site set in the grounds of the Ultimate Adventure Centre, just over a mile from the centre of Bideford, and nestled in the beautiful Devon countryside (with views encompassing the rolling hills and the stunning coast).
The whole family can relax at our laid-back family site, surrounded by North Devon beauty!
Within walking distance of The BIG Sheep, Adventure Camping is just a five-minute drive to
Westward Ho! beach; and a 15 minute drive to Barnstaple town centre.
There’s a whopping 35 acres of space to play with here, so plenty of scope to play games, take strolls around the lake or light up a barbecue or firepit to chat with pals. Plus the pub is just a short walk away! Dogs are welcome on site so feel free to bring them along for your Devon break here.
