DECEMBER 2026
❄️ Christmas
at Forage Farm Shop
Photo Credits: Rachel O’Keefe & Adam Ross Williams
Celebrate Christmas at Forage this festive season with Christmas shopping, local gifts, delicious food, seasonal events and memorable celebrations.
From festive hampers and Christmas meat orders to our first-ever Forage Christmas Gift Fayre, wreath-making workshops and festive parties, there’s plenty happening at Forage in the run-up to Christmas.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
at the Farm Shop
Make Forage your one-stop destination for Christmas shopping.
Discover festive food, locally made gifts, seasonal treats and everything you need to make Christmas extra special.
EXTENDED OPENING HOURS
The Farm Shop will be open until 6pm on Forage Christmas Show days:
CHRISTMAS BUTCHERY COLLECTIONS
The Farm Shop will open from 7am on Tuesday 22nd December through to Christmas Eve (Thursday 24th December) for butchery collections.
EXCLUSIVE FARM SHOP OFFER
Tickets holders for The Forage Christmas Show can enjoy 10% off in the Farm Shop on the date of their ticket.
Offer excludes butchery, alcohol & restaurant items.
Christmas Gift Vouchers
Give the gift of Forage this Christmas with a Forage gift voucher.
A Forage gift voucher is a thoughtful present for food lovers, farm shop fans and anyone who enjoys great food and memorable experiences.
Gift vouchers are available online and in the Farm Shop.
Gifts Galore
Create an extra-special Christmas with Forage. From the perfect festive dinner to the final finishing bauble on the tree, we’ve got everything you need to make the season magical.
Discover thoughtful gifts for the whole family in our Farm Shop, with shelves stocked full of teas, tipples and biscuits, alongside festive favourites sourced from independent businesses across the UK.
From decorations and hampers to foodie treats and seasonal delights, Forage is the ideal destination for a unique Christmas gifting experience.
Christmas Hampers
Give the Gift of Local this Christmas. Our festive hampers are filled with the best from our farm shop from local producers where possible, perfect for thoughtful gifting. Choose from our thoughtfully curated themed hampers, or visit us and build your own!
Further details coming soon, for enquiries please email rebecca@foragefarmshop.co.uk
10% off whole turkeys until November 23rd - online and in store.
Christmas
Meat & Turkey Orders
Make Christmas dinner one to remember with quality meat from the Forage butchery. Christmas meat and turkey pre-orders can be made until 5pm on Monday 14 December, for collection on your selected date before Christmas.
Turkey prices launching soon
Email us to be the first to know!
Please note:
Christmas meat and turkey orders are for collection only. We do not offer delivery.
COLLECTIONS
- The butchery will be open for collections 22nd-24th December.
- From 22nd-23rd December, collections will be between 7am–6.30pm.
- On Christmas Eve (24th December), the final collection time will be 11.30am.
PAYMENT
Card details will be taken for all orders placed online and in-store.
Payment will be processed on collection.
Please note: the full amount will be charged if an order is not collected.
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Our NEW Forage
Christmas Gift Fayre
Join us on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December for a festive weekend of thoughtful gifts, locally made products and independent suppliers in our stretch tent on the lawn.
With stalls offering everything from cards and stationery to candles, fragrances, artwork, jewellery, dog accessories, Christmas decorations and homewares, it’s the perfect place to find something a little different this Christmas.
Dates: Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 December
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Stretch tent on the lawn
Food: The Hatch will be open, serving pizza & burgers
LOCAL SUPPLIERS, PERFECT PRESENTS
Discover a wonderful mix of gifts and handmade treasures, from stationery, candles and fragrances to artwork, jewellery, decorations and homewares, featuring favourites including Max Rocks, Florence Green, Sue Govani, Pheasant Acre Plants, Ewart & Nancy and more.
Please note, some suppliers will be attending on Saturday only, with more exciting makers and businesses to be announced soon.
We’re delighted to welcome a selection of independent makers and local suppliers, including:
- Max Rocks
- Florence Green
- Sue Govani
- Hiraeth Silver Ltd
- Trysor
- Lead of the Pack
- That Coco Company
- Gorgeous Beasties
- Pheasant Acre Plants
- Ewart and Nancy
- Raw Welsh Honey – Saturday
- Homfray Family Stand – Saturday
More suppliers will be announced soon.
Festive Menus at forage
Available for Lunch, Dinner & Festive Parties
Enjoy your festive celebrations at an award-winning restaurant near Cowbridge in a contemporary, beautiful setting with delicious winter plates. Each dish is defined by fresh ingredients from close to home, where possible – and is inspired by the Christmas season.
We offer group dining or private hire options – providing the perfect space for a memorable evening with colleagues, friends and family. Our Festive Menus launch in our restaurant 26th November, but bookings are open now! Available for lunch, dinner and festive parties or private hire.
Savour rich, seasonal flavours crafted from locally sourced ingredients.
Enjoy perfect wine pairings with every dish.
Dine in a fabulous, festive setting designed to make your Christmas party unforgettable.
Flexible booking – the restaurant can be made available 7 days a week to suit your preferred date.
Whether it’s a staff party, corporate celebration, or festive gathering with friends, Forage is the perfect venue to make memories this Christmas.
For enquiries, groups 10+ & private hire bookings please email restaurant@foragefarmshop.co.uk.
Wreath Making
at Forage
WREATH MAKING
30th November | 6:30 – 9PM
Get into the festive spirit with our hands-on wreath making workshop at Forage as you create a stunning 12-inch Christmas wreath using seasonal foliage, berries, pinecones, and other festive decorations.
You will craft a beautiful, personalised wreath to decorate your home or give as a thoughtful gift. Enjoy mulled wine and a mini roast dinner as you craft in a cosy, seasonal setting. Bring your creativity and festive cheer for a memorable Christmas workshop at Forage!
Only a few spots remaining – book now!
Open for Breakfast and Lunch (7 days a week) and Dinner (Thursday - Saturday)
FESTIVE DINING
at the Forage Restaurant
Celebrate Christmas with seasonal flavours, crafted by our chefs using the finest local produce.
Book in advance to secure your table and enjoy a festive dining experience celebrating the best of local, seasonal produce.
Available from Thursday 27th November
SERVED 12–3.30pm
SERVED 12–5.30pm
THURS TO SAT | 6-11pm
How to Find Us
The Christmas Experience will take place on the lawn at Forage Farm Shop & Kitchen.
The access road to Forage Farm Shop and Kitchen is via the new roundabout on the A48
Travelling Westbound on A48
Coming Westbound from Cardiff on the A48 it is the third exit (sign posted Penllyn Estate) off the first round about after the Cowbridge turning. Enter Penllyn Estate and drive down the private road; Forage is about 600m on your left.
Travelling Eastbound on A48
Coming Eastbound from Bridgend on the A48 it is the first exit (sign posted Penllyn Estate) off the roundabout just before Cowbridge.
Enter Penllyn Estate and drive down the private road; Forage is about 600m on your left.
