Garth Country Fair
The best day out during the summer holidays returns at Cardiff's highest point.
Countryside activities, captivating demonstrations, delicious local food & live music.
Our Annual August Event
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At a Glance
NEXT EVENT:
Sat, 8th August 2026
COUNTRY FAIR:
10:30 to 17:00
BARN DANCE:
19:00 to 23:30
Adult £8, Child £5
Under 5’s go FREE
BARN DANCE:
£10 Per Person
*additional charges on the gate apply
GARTH FARM,
PENTYRCH, CF15 9NQ
The Garth Country Fair offers an affordable, community-driven and immersive family day out on our working hill farm. With extensive views like no other and activities for all ages, you’ll be sure to create memories with loved ones whilst supporting local businesses.
Scroll down for more information and click the button below to be the first in line for 2026’s ticket sales!
With special thanks to our previous event sponsors:
“Wow what an amazing day and evening, we all really enjoyed ourselves! Well done Garth Farm, you rocked it. Can’t wait until next year 💯”
Click the arrow buttons below to scroll between the activities!
What to See and Do
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A & S Animal Encounters
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
From skunks and snakes to armadillos, prairie dogs, lizards and tortoises, enjoy engaging talks, fascinating stories and the chance for a lucky few to meet some incredible animals up close.
A brilliant experience for curious minds of all ages.
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Countryside Demos
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
The heart of the Country Fair and where it all began.
Watch gundogs and sheepdogs in action, doing what they love, with live demonstrations running throughout the day.
You’ll also have the chance to enter your own dog into a scurry for a small additional cost, with rosettes up for grabs.
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Tractor Trailer Rides
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Take in the views as you journey to Cardiff’s highest point on our complimentary tractor trailer rides.
Each trip around the Garth Mountain lasts approximately 40 minutes and accommodates up to 25 people per trailer.
Donations to our chosen charity of the year are welcome and can be made in the collection buckets provided.
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Circus Workshops
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Organised Kaos will be on hand throughout the day hosting fun and interactive circus workshops for all ages to get involved.Have a go at a range of activities including a low wire, balance beams, unicycles, acro and trampette.
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Birds of Prey Flight Demo
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Black Mountain Birds of Prey return with an impressive flight display.
Watch these majestic raptors soar above the hills of Garth Farm as they demonstrate their natural abilities, combining education with an unforgettable spectacle for all ages.
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Q&A with the Farmers
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Meet the Williams brothers behind Garth Farm.
Ben and Ethan will be in the animal pens for a scheduled 30-minute session in the afternoon, giving you the chance to ask questions, learn more about the animals and chat about life on the farm.
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Farm Animals
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Get up close to our native breed pigs, cows and sheep as they relax in the animal pens throughout the day.
A great opportunity to see the animals in their natural environment and learn more about life on the farm.
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Archery
Additional cost
Challenge friends and family to test their aim and hit the bullseye.
Suitable for ages 3+, this fun and accessible activity is perfect for all generations, whether you’re trying it for the first time or feeling competitive.
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Novelty Dog Show
£2 per class, with all proceeds donated to Hope Rescue
Can you and your four-legged friend win a rosette?
Hosted by Hope Rescue, our fun-filled classes range from “Best Trick” to “Dog That Looks Most Like Its Owner”, guaranteed to bring plenty of smiles and wagging tails.
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Live Music
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Enjoy live music throughout the day, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere across the fair.
And if you’re not ready for the day to end, join us back at the farm for the evening’s live music event, the Garth Barn Dance (tickets sold separately, £10 online).
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Scurry Competition
Additional cost
Try your hand (or paws) at a scurry with your four-legged friend and win a rosette!
This fun and fast-paced activity is a timed challenge to see how quickly your dog can retrieve a dummy.
No experience needed and not just for gundogs, all breeds and abilities are welcome, from Dachshunds to Doodles and everything in between.
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Vintage Motor Display
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
A must-see for motor enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.
Explore a range of vintage tractors, machinery and classic cars displayed along the farm track, celebrating the heritage of rural life and engineering.
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Market Stalls
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Browse a curated selection of artisan stalls and discover your next favourite local business.
From soaps and artwork to plants and jewellery, alongside our Farmer’s Market offering delicious treats and light bites, there’s plenty to explore throughout the day.
Stalls are free to browse, with purchases available directly from individual vendors.
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Delicious Food & Drink
Additional cost
A wide range of tempting food and drink will be available throughout the day, from hot meals and street food to baked goods and sweet treats in the Farmer’s Market.
Alongside our fantastic food vendors, you’ll also find produce fresh from the farm, including the chance to taste and take home locally reared meat.
Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available.
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Face Painting & more
Additional cost
Let your little ones transform into the limits of their imagination with colourful face painting by Phat Faces.
They’ll also be hosting balloon modelling and slime-making throughout the day, offering plenty of creative fun to keep little hands busy.
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Barn Dance
Tickets sold separately, £10 online
Join us for an evening of live music inside our spacious barns as the sun sets over the rolling Welsh hills.
The award-winning Gwaelod-y-Garth Inn will be on hand throughout the evening, serving burgers and beers to keep you fuelled on the dance floor.
19:00 – 23:00
Gates Open at 10:30AM
ALL DAY -Gundog Demonstrations
11:00 to 16:30 - Tractor Trailer Rides
11:30 to 12:00 - Sheepdog Demonstration (1/2)
12:30 to 13:00 -Birds of Prey Flight Demo (1/2)
14:00 START - Novelty Dog Show
15:00 to 15:30 - Sheepdog Demonstration (2/2)
15:30 to 15:50 -Q&A with the Farmers
16:00 to 16:30 - Birds of Prey Flight Demo (2/2)
19:00 TO 23:00 - Evening Barn Dance tickets sold separately
Schedule Example
Novelty Dog
Show Classes
14:00 START
- with thanks to Hope Rescue!
Class 1 -Waggiest Tail
Class 2 - Best Puppy (under 12mo)
Class 3 -Best Trick
Class 4 -Loveliest Looking Lady
Class 5 - Dog Most Like Its Owner
Class 6 - Longest Tail
Class 7 -Gorgeous Golden Oldie (7+ yrs)
Class 8 - Best Treat Catcher
Class 9 - Best of Friends (child handler)
Class 10 - Handsomest Hound
Class 11 - Best Rescue
Class 12 - Dog Judges Want to Take Home
Garth Barn Dance 2026
A live music event
inside the barn
(no line dancing required!)
It’s not over…
With The Strip Lights performing supported by Hoolah Groove, they’re sure to get you up on your feet for a night of live music, food, drink and fun!
Expect a warm welcome and social gathering inside our spacious barns with an unrivalled view, live music and friendly atmosphere.
Join us as we celebrate, enjoying the breath taking sunset over the majestic hills that are home to Garth Farm.
7PM - 11:30PM
As the fair draws to a close, the excitement continues into the evening with the Barn Dance. We’ll be turning up the music and enjoying the atmosphere into the summer night as we open the doors to our spacious barns for an energetic evening of live music, food, drink and an upbeat atmosphere.
Contrary to popular belief, this is not an American-style line dancing event; though if you want to bring a cowboy hat and boots, we won’t judge!
The term barn dance in the UK is usually associated with community-oriented events.
“What a superb night it was. 🤠💃 Can’t wait for next year ❤️ So organised and such a fantastic set up. Well done to all involved you did a fab job 👍”
Previous Charities Include…
The Garth Country Fair and Barn Dance is proud to support local charities each year
Are you a local food business looking to trade at Garth Country Fair?
We’re always on the lookout for high-quality food vendors and producers to be part of our growing event.
At Garth Country Fair, you can join us as a Food Vendor, serving freshly prepared food and drinks to our visitors throughout the day, or as part of our Farmer’s Market, offering local produce, artisanal goods and homemade treats.
Food Vendor Pitch
For businesses serving ready-to-eat meals and drinks prepared for immediate consumption on the day. This includes hot food, street food and beverages, with dedicated outdoor spaces amongst the action, designed for high footfall throughout the event.
Farmer’s Market Stall
For businesses selling smaller, takeaway products such as baked goods, preserves, farm produce and artisanal items. These are items customers can browse and purchase to enjoy in the moment or later, rather than full meals.
Stalls are located within our barn or in selected outdoor market areas.
Please choose the option that best reflects your offering so we can ensure the right balance across the event and become part of a well-loved local event celebrating Welsh produce, rural life and community.
FAQs
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Your ticket admits one person to the fair and includes a printed programme per group or family attending.
Also included in your ticket:
On-site parking
Tractor trailer rides
Countryside demonstrations
Farmer Q&A sessions
Livestock and machinery displays
A & S Animal Encounters presentations
Circus workshops
All of these activities are included at no extra cost, so you can enjoy a full day out on the farm.
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Your Barn Dance ticket permits entry to the evening event, including live music and entertainment.
Overnight parking is also included at no extra cost. Vehicles are left at your own risk.
Please note that camping is not permitted on site.
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Our annual Country Fair and Barn Dance is held on the second Saturday of August each year. In 2026, the event will take place on Saturday, 8th August.
The Country Fair is open to the public from 10:30am to 5:00pm.
The Barn Dance runs from 7:00pm to 11:00pm.
Please note that tickets for the Country Fair and Barn Dance are sold separately.
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There is ample free parking available on site.
For those attending the Barn Dance, overnight parking is permitted at no extra cost and no booking is required. Vehicles are left at your own risk.
Please note that camping is not permitted on the farm.
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Yes, a wide range of food and drink will be available throughout the day, including hot meals, street food, sweet treats, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
You’ll find a variety of options from our food vendors and Farmer’s Market stalls, including cakes, pastries, Welsh cakes and other locally made produce.
Gwaelod y Garth will also be serving burgers and hotdogs using lamb, beef and pork fresh from the farm, giving you the chance to taste local produce on the day and pick up your own from Garth Farm in the Farmer’s Market to recreate at home.
We cater for a variety of dietary requirements, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
Please note that outside food and alcohol are not permitted on site.
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We provide blue badge parking and accessible toilet facilities on site.
However, as this is a working hill farm, please be aware that the terrain can be uneven and may be affected by weather conditions. Some areas of the event are accessed via inclining gravel tracks, and demonstrations take place in a field.
We will do our best to make the event as accessible as possible and are very happy to answer any specific questions in advance.
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Dogs are very welcome at the Country Fair, but must be kept on a lead at all times, as this is a working farm with livestock nearby.
We also encourage you to enter our novelty dog show, with categories such as “Waggiest Tail” and “Dog that Looks Most Like Their Owner”.
Please note that dogs are not permitted at the Barn Dance.
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The Barn Dance is designed as an evening event for adults, with a lively atmosphere and alcohol being served throughout the night.
While children are not strictly prohibited, we recommend the event for adults and older teenagers. For this reason, it may not be suitable for younger children.
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We’re afraid that tickets for this event are non-refundable and non-transferable.
However, if you purchased ticket insurance through XCover at the time of booking, you may be eligible to make a claim via: www.xcover.com/claim