DECEMBER 2025
CHRISTMAS 2025
The Festive Season at Forage
Photo Credits: Rachel O’Keefe & Adam Ross Williams
Discover the spirit of Christmas in the Vale this December.
Whether you’re joining us for the Christmas Experience, booking a festive meal, stocking up on seasonal food and gifts, or getting creative at our workshops, you’ll find the magic of Christmas here at Forage Farm Shop & Kitchen.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
at Forage Farm Shop
Make Forage your one-stop destination for festive food and gifts this Christmas.
EXTENDED OPENING HOURS
the Farm Shop will be open until 6.30pm on Christmas Experience dates
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 and local producers, perfect for thoughtful gifting.
Order online for collection between November 3rd and December 21st.
Choose from six curated hampers or visit us in-store to create your own.
Christmas Meat Orders
Final guaranteed pre-order deadline: Wednesday 10th December, 5pm (online & in the shop).
After this date, customers can still shop from the butchery counter, but orders will be subject to availability.
Usk Vale Bronze Free-Ranger Turkey – based on price per kilo. Final cost may vary slightly depending on the exact weight of your bird.
Earlybird offer:
Enjoy 10% off Usk Vale Turkeys on orders placed before 14th November.
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.
No Christmas dinner table is complete without a locally sourced arrangement.
Spread extra cheer this year as you serve the perfect Welsh turkey. Alternatively (or in addition!), treat your family to local Penllyn Estate lamb, beef and pork.
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
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
and Corporate Events
Celebrate the festive season with your team or group at Forage Farm Shop & Kitchen. Let us take care of every detail for an end-of-year dining experience that honours both staff and the season.
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.
Please email reservations@foragefarmshop.co.uk for bookings over 6 people.
CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS
at Forage
RAKU & BUBBLES
Get hands-on this December with our festive workshops, the perfect way to start the season.
Saturdays 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd November
£90pp | Adults only
An unforgettable evening of fire, smoke and fizz. Create your own Raku pottery piece in this unique 4-hour workshop. All materials and tuition included. Wine and bubbles available to purchase.
Limited places – early booking essential.
WREATH MAKING
Tuesday 2nd December
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 canapés as you craft in a cosy, seasonal setting. Bring your creativity and festive cheer for a memorable Christmas workshop at Forage!
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.
