St Fagans Food Festival

St Fagans Food Festival - Festival Programme

12-13 September 2026

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Good Food Cardiff Zone

12 & 13 September

10:30-16:30

Location: Cilewent Field (opposite 46)

The Good Food Cardiff Zone will be celebrating Cardiff being named one of the most sustainable food cities in the UK. Join in with activities for all the family to learn about food which is good for people and the planet. The tent will include inspiring workshops, demos, talks and activities celebrating local food.

In partnership with Food Cardiff

Supported by Food & Drink Wales

 

TIMETABLE:

 

SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER

 
11.30am-12.30pm
Bean Boosters: Family Food Fun with ACE
Get hands-on with beans in this fun family workshop! Make your own Super Seasonal Bean Cups, try a delicious Fruity White Bean Smoothie, and discover why beans are great for both people and the planet. With games, colouring activities, fascinating bean facts and a Guess the Pulses challenge - there's something for everyone!
 
1-2pm
Sour Dough Bread Talk with Pettigrew Bakeries
Join David Le Masurier for a sourdough bread demo, showing how flour, water and salt combine to make something delicious. 
 
2-3pm
Magnificent Microgreens! with Grow Cardiff
A hands-on workshop for children and families, exploring the fascinating world of microgreens. Join us for a free, fun session: make your own upcycled pots, sow and grow your own microgreens to take home and enjoy.
 
3-3.30pm
Reducing Food Waste with Cardiff and Vale UHB Public Health Dietetics Team
A practical food demonstration showcasing simple, healthy ways to reduce food waste at home. Discover tips for making the most of everyday ingredients, storing food safely, and creating delicious, healthy meals, with tasters provided!
 
3.30-4.15pm
Seed Saving for Resilience with Global Gardens Project
Introduction to seed saving with hands-on elements and discussion of biodiversity, resilience and community growing.
 
 

SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER

 
11.30am-12pm
Pulse Power in 30 minutes with ACE
Join us for a lively cooking demonstration showcasing quick, tasty and affordable pulse-based recipes you can recreate at home. Discover how beans, peas and lentils can add flavour, nutrition and versatility to everyday meals while being good for both planet and health!
 
12-1pm
Tour: Vegetable Gardens Through the Ages with St Fagans' Gardeners
Join the Museum's Gardening Team for a guided tour exploring how vegetable growing has evolved in Wales across the historic landscape of St Fagans.

Discover traditional techniques such as raised beds and seed broadcasting in Hendre'r-Ywydd-Uchaf, alongside archaeological evidence and agricultural surveys in Nantwallter. Learn about heritage seeds and historic crop varieties, including potatoes grown at Rhyd-y-car, and uncover stories from the Dig for Victory campaign in the Prefab garden. Along the way, see historic tools like seed drills, and even explore the curious absence of potatoes in Abernodwydd Farmhouse garden.

Meet at the Good Food Cardiff Zone tent for a prompt 12pm start. The tour involves walking on mixed terrain and may not be suitable for all access needs. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. This activity is weather dependent.

1-2pm
Magnificent Microgreens! with Grow Cardiff
A hands-on workshop for children and families, exploring the fascinating world of microgreens. Join us for a free, fun session: make your own upcycled pots, sow and grow your own microgreens to take home and enjoy.

2-2.30pm
Reducing Food Waste with Cardiff and Vale UHB Public Health Dietetics Team
A practical food demonstration showcasing simple, healthy ways to reduce food waste at home. Discover tips for making the most of everyday ingredients, storing food safely, and creating delicious, healthy meals, with tasters provided!

3-3.45pm
Seed Saving for Resilience with Global Gardens Project
Introduction to seed saving with hands-on elements and discussion of biodiversity, resilience and community growing.