Event:The National Vegetable Society - National Championships 2026

St Fagans National Museum of History

Location: Main Building (1)

As part of this year’s St Fagans Food Festival, we are delighted to be hosting the spectacular National Vegetable Society Championships. Having welcomed the Welsh Branch Championships to the Festival for many years, we're especially pleased to have been chosen as the venue for the UK Championships, which are being held in Wales this year. We look forward to welcoming exhibitors from across the UK to Cardiff.

If you think you know your onions – think again! This is a chance to witness vegetable growing elevated to an art form. Enjoy the spectacle of one of Britain’s great horticultural traditions and get inspired to grow your own masterpieces.

If you are attending the show as an exhibitor – please note that night time access to the Museum will only be possible from the St Fagans Village side. For exhibitor access satnav use postcode CF5 6EA. (St Fagans level crossing) and report to the security gate lodge on arrival.

Information

12 & 13 September 2026, 10am-5pm
Cost Free
Suitability All
Award-winning and immaculately uniform onions from the National Vegetable Society's Welsh Championships 2023.
Display of award-winning vegetables at the National Vegetable Society's Welsh Championships 2023.
Nine immaculately uniform tomatoes from the National Vegetable Society's Welsh Championships 2023. The bright red and green colours are striking against the black tablecloth.
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 Opening Hours

Monday 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm

Open on bank holidays, except Christmas

 Location

Cardiff   
CF5 6XB

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Safety Information for Visitors

Due to the historical nature of the site, please note the following potential hazards:

  • Water ponds and pools
  • Trip hazard on uneven paths and steps
  • Slippery surface paths, slopes and grassed areas

 Parking

If you are driving to St Fagans, you will have to pay for parking. The cost is £7 per day and can be paid by cash or card. FREE for disabled badge holders and motorbikes. 12 month season ticket available for £45. This charge is for parking only – entry to the Museum remains free.

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

 Eat, drink, shop

  • Our cafes and restaurant will be open during your visit. 
  • The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
  • You are welcome to bring a picnic to the Museum.

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