Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival Spring 2025
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Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival is back for 2025!
We don’t know about you, but we love a food festival. Especially when they’re nestled in a secluded woodland, far from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, where we can get away from it all, get back to nature and have a good ol’ munch (and swig!) with our friends and family.
So, if you're constantly searching for ‘food festivals near me’ AND you live in South Wales, the time has finally come, folks. And you don't even need to break the bank!
- Dates: 18th April - 11th May 2025
- Age Guidance: Suitable for all ages - Kids go FREE!
- Location: Candleston Woods, Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend CF32 0LS
Only £8 per ticket, KIDS GO FREE and dog friendly!
This means you could spend a whole day at Merthyr Mawr Estate, exploring the castle, seaside, woodland trails and the Forest Feastival for only £8-12 per family. That may even leave some room in your 'day out budget' for some tasty treats when you get to the festival.
What is the Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival?
Merthyr Mawr Food Feastival is a forest food festival featuring the best street food trucks and chefs from Wales and beyond, pitched under canvas amongst the woodlands of the Merthyr Mawr Estate.
Experience the wonderful world of food with your family and friends, travel the globe through culinary delights made using local ingredients, and just have a good time out in nature!
Booking your Forest Feastival tickets is easy. Simply select the date and 4-hour timeslot that suits you!
- Please note: Friday evenings are for adults only.
Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival is a great day out for families on a budget in South Wales!
The Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival is a delight of a day out for all. There are lots of things to do for families from circus workshops to roasting marshmallows, exploring the nearby castle, scaling the sandy trails of Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve and more. Did you know Bridgend is home to Wales' highest sand dune called the Big Dipper?
You can really make a full day out of this visit to Merthyr Mawr. We've even put together a family day out itinerary in our More Info section under 'Things to do in Merthyr Mawr'.
Sounds awesome right? And the best bit about it is you can really do this on a budget.
Book your tickets for Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival spring 2025 on now - you won't find them cheaper!
Forest Feastival for adults
As sun sets on Forest Feastival, the woodland comes alive...
On Friday and Saturday nights, Forest Feastival turns into more of a festival vibe, perfect for adults looking to kick back and unwind. Enjoy guest DJs, communal campfires, cocktails and a live band or cabaret performance starting at 9pm.
Friday nights are adult only nights, if you're looking for a break away from any little ones.
And of course, for the foodies!
Here's a cheeky taster of the kind of street food you'll come across at Forest Feastival...
- ACME FRIED CHICKEN
- BAO SELECTA - Japanese and Asian steamed buns
- BEEFY BOYS
- CEYLON & BEYOND - Black pork (GF) tender Somerset-sourced pork belly in a dark, smoky toasted spice sauce
- CHANTICO - The lamb taco! Lamb shoulder slow-cooked in banana leaf, a marinate of oranges, spices and Mexican dried chilli blend with house-made salsa verde, cucumber, radish and mint
- CHURCH OF CHURROS - buckets of churros to share
- DOUGH THROWER
- EL CABRON TACOS - 10-hour braised short rib and brisket beef cooked in authentic Mexican broth
- FEAST PEMBROKESHIRE
- FIRE & FLANK - Argentinian steak & mash
- KERALAN KARAVAN - South Indian disco fries
- MANDELA STREET FOOD - 24-hour marinated beef mince nestled on a bed of fluffy steamed rice
- MR NOODLE - Michelin trained chefs who cook ramen for fun
- PACKED SARNIES – beef sandwich heaven!
- PASTA A MANO - British Street Food Award Winners 2024
- SIN NOMBRE - BBQ scallop with Chipotle butter pickled fennel & mouli slaw
- TWO LADS KITCHEN – delectable Afghan wraps
- WESTLANDS BBQ - this BBQ truck is epic just like the food portions
- WOK N' ROLL - 8 hour slow cooked pork shoulder
Please note, certain traders may only be trading on certain weeks
[Multiple vegan and gluten free options available every day]
Bridgend CF32 0LS
How to find us
Candleston Castle Campsite,
Merthyr Mawr Road,
Merthyr Mawr,
Bridgend,
South Wales,
CF32 0LS
Remember to book your car slot for a small fee at time of booking!
- Toilets
- Paid parking - remember to add on your parking during checkout
- Communal fire pits
The car park address:
Candleston Castle Campsite,
Merthyr Mawr Road,
Merthyr Mawr,
Bridgend,
South Wales,
CF32 0LS
The woodland walk from the car park to the festival takes approximately 10 minutes. The dirt track is suitable for pushchairs and trolleys.
Remember to book in a car space if required!
Yes, Merthyr Mawr Forest Feastival is dog-friendly. Please ensure you add your dog when booking your tickets.
Dogs must be well behaved and kept on a lead at all times.
The team on site reserve the right to deny entry to any dogs they believe to not meet the behaviour standards required.
There is no Wi-Fi once you get into the woods - which really adds to the experience, don't you think? Just remember to take your photos and videos to upload to your socials when you get home!
Forest Feastival is open come rain or shine and rest assured they have lots of under cover areas pitched under canvas canopies. These areas are protected from the weather however not 100% waterproof. Especially if the rain is horizontal! They are are an outdoor venue so we strongly advise dressing appropriately for the weather.
No, Forest Feastival is a cashless event. They advise you bring a card as well as a phone just in case you run out of battery.