Event info
Roll Up..Roll Up..
We’re taking the good old fashioned summer fete and remixing folk traditions for the 21st century. Expect the unexpected, crazy golf, and the World's Biggest Bouncy Castle. Food and feasting will take center stage with the best food from around the world, The indie collectives makers market, plus a mobile sauna and an outdoor lido swimming pool to take a dip, all taking place in the beautiful grounds of St Donats, a Castle by the Sea.
A few words from our head honcho and Ringmaster Matt The Hat
"We're rolling into St Donats Castle jousting field for our most ambitious event yet.
This is the culmination of everything we do - the best street food in Wales, gravity defying circus acts, nurturing local talent and supporting independent traders. All that plus a massive bouncy castle and a good old twmpath! It’s our biggest, most fantastic show yet, in a castle by the sea.”
“The St Donats site is an amazing location set between the historic castle and the spectacular views of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. It’s going to feel like a mashup of a festival and fête with all the stalls, live music, circus performers and, as the sun sets, a spectacular evening fire show finale.
“If you loved Forest Feastival then this is your chance to experience all we have to offer - and there are loads of local campsites a stone's throw from the location so you can make a weekend of it,”
Experience the wonderful world of Street Food Circus and travel the globe through food made using local ingredients and cooked with passion by our nomadic caravan of traders.
ST DONATS CASTLE
Standing proudly above the Bristol Channel is the imposing St Donats Castle. Which is the longest continually inhabited castle in Wales. The home of the Atlantic Experience UWC college, this privately owned Castle rarely opens its grounds to the public. With beautiful views out of the channel from its gardens the Fantastic Fete will take place mostly in the jousting field, with access to the beach. If your coming for the weekend the closet campsite is just 5 mins away from the site.
FAQ
HOW DO I GET THERE?
Fantastic Feastival is held in St Donat’s Castle, UWC Atlantic College, St Donats, Llantwit Major CF61 1WF. The address will get you easily to the event site and you will see directional signs for the car park.
Please have all tickets ready to show on entering where you will be checked in and given wristbands for the event.
We always encourage you to car share if you can - this will not only help with traffic it’s also doing your bit for the planet!
IS THERE PUBLIC TRANSPORT?
There is a train station in Llantwit Major which has regular services from all over South Wales. From there you can catch a bus which takes 16 mins directly to the site which is Atlantic College, St Donat’s. Plan your journey here.
DO YOU HAVE PARKING?
Yes, we have a car park located in a field which is an easy 10 min walk from the event entrance. The car park will be clearly signposted and easily accessible. You will need to pre book your car park space at the same time as you buy your tickets.
IS THE EVENT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
We have a Blue Badge car park that is accessed via the main entrance to Atlantic College which is not where the main car park is. This entrance will be sign posted but, if you miss it please advise the car park steward on arrival in the main car park and they can direct you.
Once onsite there are things to consider:
- You may need to use the main tarmacked road down to the jousting field which is where the main site is. There is an alternative route through the gardens but it is steep with lots of steps.
- The site is pitched on grass.
- The toilets are accessible and located close to the main site which is the jousting field.
IS THE EVENT DOG FRIENDLY?
Dogs are welcome on all sessions but, at a limited capacity. It is essential to book a free dog ticket online and adhere to the following requirements.
- Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times
- Not everyone likes dogs so only well behaved dogs welcome
- Bring your poop bags and make sure it’s binned
- If your dog(s) behavior is unruly or dangerous to other dogs or customers you may be asked to leave at the discretion of the events team.
- We reserve the right to turn dogs away at any time if we believe they are at risk of causing stress, anxiety or danger to themselves, other dogs or people on the day.
IS THERE CAMPING AT THE EVENT?
There is no camping onsite however if you would like to make the most of your visit and explore the local area there are super close campsites to pitch your tent or park your camper for the night.
Acorn Camping Rosedew Farm - https://www.acorncamping.co.uk/
Camping not for you - don’t worry there are lots of great places to stay only a stone’s throw away. Our favourite is Hide - https://www.hide.wales/
IT’S RAINING WILL THE EVENT STILL BE RUNNING?
We run the event come rain or shine and rest assured we have lots of under cover areas pitched under canvas canopies. These areas are protected from the weather however not 100% waterproof. Especially if the rain is horizontal! We are an outdoor venue so we strongly advise dressing appropriately for the weather. “There's no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothing.”
DO YOU HAVE A TIME LIMIT ON RESERVATIONS?
We run our event in sessions. Your session time will correlate to the time on the ticket. If you want to stay longer you can purchase multiple sessions.
WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE TO MAKE THE MOST OF MY SESSION?
The car park will be open an hour before your session time to allow plenty of time to arrive and make your way to the event entrance. You will be emailed a welcome email and itinerary 24 hours before your session time.
CAN I BRING MY OWN FOOD AND DRINK ONSITE?
No. Only alcohol, food and soft drinks bought on site are permitted.
CAN YOU BUY A TICKET ON THE DOOR?
It is strongly advised that you buy your ticket in advance as most of our sessions run at full capacity. However, we do take walk-ins and always do our best to squeeze you if we can. We cannot guarantee entry if you haven't pre bought a ticket.
DO YOU GIVE TICKET REFUNDS?
We do not offer refunds or exchanges on tickets.
WE’RE GOING TO BE LATE - WHAT SHALL WE DO?
It happens to us all, don't worry! As long as you arrive within your session time you will be allowed onsite.
CAN I LEAVE AND COME BACK LATER?
We run a no re-entry policy. Once you have entered the site you cannot leave and come back. Make sure you have everything you need for your session time.
DO YOU ACCEPT CASH?
We are a cashless event and we advise that you bring a card as well as a phone just in case you run out of battery. The traders are contracted not to take cash so we ask that you respect the events terms and conditions and be ready with your card.
HOW DO WE ORDER FOOD AND DRINK?
Food and drink is ordered directly from the trader.
ARE CHILDREN WELCOME?
This is a family friendly event and children are very welcome to all sessions. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.
DO YOU HAVE LOST PROPERTY?
If property gets handed in or found onsite we will keep it safe for you.
Please email hello@streetfoodcircus.co.uk
I HAVE A MEDIA ENQUIRY WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
Please contact our external PR agency: matt@mattappleby.com
STILL GOT A QUESTION?
Please contact our events team hello@streetfoodcircus.co.uk and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Please be aware that we are a small team and will only answer enquiries that are not already answered in the FAQ and Terms and conditions.