Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle

at Fonmon Castle
Barry Available from Sat 5 Dec to Wed 23 Dec

Free entry for Under 3s

+ no booking fees

Book Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle & enjoy Christmas activities in Barry

Christmas has arrived at Fonmon Castle! Gather the family and head to this historic castle in the Vale of Glamorgan for a daytime Christmas experience packed with festive characters, live entertainment, crafts and trails.

  • Meet Boothby the Bear for a festive family encounter
  • Watch Elf Shows and meet the elves throughout your Christmas adventure
  • Head inside the Castle for magical Storytime with The Rose Princess
  • Keep an eye out for The Grinch and his festive mischief
  • Get creative with Christmas Crafts at the Craft Station
  • Follow the Christmas Story Trail and Christmas Stamp Trail around Fonmon Castle
  • Add a visit to Santa's Grotto for an additional charge, subject to availability

With festive characters to meet, stories to discover and activities to get stuck into, Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle is packed with family-friendly Christmas fun.

Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle 2026

  • Dates: 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd December 2026
  • Times: 10am - 2pm
  • Location: Fonmon Castle, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 3ZN
  • Under 3s: Free
  • Tickets Include: Christmas characters, Elf Shows & Meet & Greets, Rose Princess Storytime, Christmas Crafts, Christmas Story Trail & Christmas Stamp Trail
  • Please Note: Santa's Grotto costs extra and operates on a first-come, first-served basis

Festive characters, live entertainment & Christmas activities - included in your tickets!

There is plenty to keep little Christmas explorers busy. Start your adventure with Boothby the Bear, before meeting the elves and catching one of their festive shows.

Make your way into Fonmon Castle to find The Rose Princess, who will be sharing a magical Storytime, then keep those eyes peeled as you explore. The Grinch will be causing Christmas mischief somewhere around the experience!

  • Boothby the Bear: Meet Fonmon Castle's festive bear during your Christmas adventure
  • Elf Shows & Meet & Greets: Watch the elves in action before meeting them for yourself
  • The Rose Princess: Head into the Castle for a magical Christmas Storytime
  • The Grinch: Look out for the green Christmas troublemaker as he causes festive mischief
  • Christmas Crafts: Get creative with a festive activity at the Craft Station
  • Christmas Story Trail: Follow the festive story as you explore
  • Christmas Stamp Trail: Hunt down the stops and complete the Christmas trail

Book Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle and get ready for a festive day filled with mischievous characters, Christmas stories, crafts and plenty of family fun!

Location

Fonmon Castle

Fonmon,
Vale of Glamorgan,
Barry,
South Wales,
CF62 3ZN
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How to find us

Fonmon Castle is located near Barry in the Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 3ZN.

  • By car: Follow the brown tourist signs towards Fonmon village from the B4265. The attraction advises that entering CF62 3ZN into a sat nav can cause problems, so use the downloadable directions or What3Words location enough.songbird.look. Free visitor parking is available.
  • By train: Rhoose Cardiff International Airport is the closest main railway station. Complete the journey by taxi and check local availability before travelling.
  • By bus: The 304 bus serves the Fonmon area. Check the latest route, stop and timetable information before travelling, as the attraction is in a rural location.
  • By foot: Fonmon Castle is outside Barry and is not recommended as a walk from the town centre. Follow local signs carefully if approaching from Fonmon village.
Facilities
  • Free on-site parking
  • 12 designated accessible parking spaces close to the entrance and gift shop
  • Two accessible toilets
  • Baby-changing facilities
  • Toilets and restrooms
  • Café
  • Food van
  • Picnic areas
  • Indoor and outdoor areas
  • Gift shop
  • First-aid point
More Info
Is Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle wheelchair accessible?

Much of Fonmon Castle is wheelchair accessible, but some areas have uneven terrain, slopes and surfaces that can make access more difficult. The car park has 12 designated accessible spaces near the entrance and gift shop, and there are two accessible toilets on site.

What age is Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle suitable for?

Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle is a family Christmas experience with festive characters, Elf Shows, Storytime, crafts and trails. Under-3 tickets are free.

Does Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Yes. Select a disabled ticket and your chosen date and time, then an option will appear to add one free carer space per disabled ticket. You must bring a valid Blue Badge, DLA letter or PIP letter as evidence when you visit.

Is there food and drink at Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle?

Fonmon Castle has food and drink facilities on site. Visitors are also permitted to bring their own food and use the picnic areas, but barbecues are not allowed.

Is Santa's Grotto included with Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle tickets?

No. Santa's Grotto has an additional charge and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can I bring a dog to Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle?

No. Fonmon Castle does not allow dogs at its winter events.

What do Christmas Daytime at Fonmon Castle tickets include?

Tickets include the Christmas Daytime Experience with Boothby the Bear, Elf Shows and Meet & Greets, The Rose Princess Storytime in the Castle, The Grinch, Christmas Crafts, the Christmas Story Trail and Christmas Stamp Trail. Santa's Grotto costs extra.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Fonmon Castle?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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