Illustration of felt children and a helper at a small wooden table crafting ornaments in a cozy room with holiday trees (Yuletide Fayre and Midwinter Ball 2026)

Yuletide Fayre and Midwinter Ball 2026

Visitors can browse market stalls, watch wandering performers, and take part in winter crafts such as Solstice wreath and fire cider making. Entertainment includes the traditional Mari Lwyd, Midwinter Tales, and a firewalk. The event continues into the evening with a formal Yule Ball.

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Food & Drink

A pizza van sells pizzas for purchase; the event is not catered, and evening tickets include a glass of mulled wine.

Going?

Location

Craig-y-Nos Castle · Craig-y-Nos Castle, Craig-y-nos, SA9 1GL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Visitors interested in seasonal crafts, folklore and an evening ball

Vibe

Festive and folkloric

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a day-and-evening ticket if you want to attend both parts of the event and receive the included glass of mulled wine.
  • Wear your finest for the formal Yule Ball, as guests are invited to dress up for the evening.
  • Bring money for the pizza van, since catering is not provided and pizzas are sold separately.
  • For a two-night B&B stay, book the event night first, then email reception to arrange the discounted second night.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Daytime-only and evening-only tickets are available, as well as a combined day-and-evening ticket.
  • Evening tickets include a glass of mulled wine.
  • A two-night B&B stay gets a discount on the second night; the discounted rate must be arranged by email.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors do during the fayre?

Browse stalls, watch wandering performers, make fire cider or Solstice wreaths, hear Midwinter Tales, see the Mari Lwyd and take part in a firewalk.

Is food available at the event?

The event is not catered, but a pizza van will be onsite selling food.

What does an evening ticket include?

Evening tickets include a glass of mulled wine for the evening show.

What should I wear to the Yule Ball?

Guests are invited to dress in their finest for the formal Yule Ball.

Can visitors stay at Craig-y-Nos Castle?

Accommodation is available at the castle, with B&B and room-only options. A two-night B&B stay includes a discount on the second night; the discounted night must be arranged by email after booking the event night.

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