50 Unmissable Things to Do at the Royal Welsh Spring Festival 2025.

Looking for a family day out in Wales this spring that combines countryside charm with non-stop entertainment? Mark your calendar for the Royal Welsh Spring Festival, taking place on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May 2025 at the Royal Welsh Showground in Llanelwedd, Builth Wells. It’s one of the UK’s best rural events, offering a packed weekend celebrating the smallholding lifestyle, animals, sustainable living, and Welsh food and crafts.

Whether you're a seasoned smallholder or just want a wholesome weekend away, there’s something for everyone at the Royal Welsh Spring Festival.

Here are 50 things to do that make this a must-visit event in Wales this spring:

1. Camel Racing

Yes. Actual camels. In Wales. Racing. Why? Because sheep don't have the knees for it.

2–3. Dairy Goats & Pygmy Goats

One gives milk, the other gives cuteness-induced heart palpitations. Visit both and try not to adopt one on the spot.

4. Will’s Petting Farm

Come for the petting, stay for the moment your toddler falls in love with a duck.

5. Donkey Rides

Therapeutic and adorable, like a warm bath with ears.

6. Cheese Making with Natalie

Learn the ancient art of turning milk into cheese. Possibly become a cult hero in your cul-de-sac.

7. Blade Shearing Demos

Watch experts give sheep a trim sharper than your last haircut. (Saturday only, sheep need Sundays off.)

8. Panic Family Circus

Spoiler, no actual panic. Just puppets, circus skills, and lots of “Look, Mum!” moments.

9. Medieval Reenactments

Swords, chainmail, possibly a lute. Step back in time, without having to churn your own butter.

10. Scurry Dogs

High-speed canines living their best lives. Sit back and wish your dog had that kind of energy.

11. No Dig Gardening

Great for lazy gardeners and people who don’t like spades.

12–13. Cattle Parade & Sheep Tradestand Competition

Like London Fashion Week, but fluffier and with more mooing.

14. Conservation Stand

Learn how to save the planet, one sensible welly at a time.

15. Show Jumping (Saturday only)

Basically equestrian parkour. Marvel at the precision, contemplate a horse-based fitness regime.

16. Rare Breed Sheep

They’re like unicorns, but with lanolin.

17. Live Welsh Music

Foot-tapping, harp-strumming goodness while you demolish a burger the size of your head.

18. Stockjudging Competitions

You judge a sheep. The sheep judges you. Everyone leaves confused but satisfied.

19. Woodchopping Competitions

Paul Bunyan energy. Splinters optional.

20. Welsh Section Horses

Small, majestic, and probably judging your jeans.

21. Woolhandling

Ever seen someone fold a fleece better than your nan folds towels? Prepare to be amazed.

22. Working Hunter Classes

Basically, horse show-and-tell with jumps.

23. Sheep Viewing

Yes, it’s a thing. Yes, it’s as oddly soothing as it sounds.

24. Goat’s Milk Soap Demo

For those who’ve ever wondered, “Could I lather myself in goat?”

25. Bull’s Bike Obstacle Course

Kids, bikes, mild peril = guaranteed fun.

26. British Army Fitness Zone

Because nothing says “spring fun” like being shouted at while doing squats.

27. Cattle Tradestand Comp

The bovine equivalent of a showroom kitchen.

28. Livestock Building Tour

Go for the pigs, stay for the piglets.

29. Equine Classes

The mane event (sorry, had to).

30. Evening Entertainment

Music, laughter, and the warm fuzzies of a full festival day.

31. Beekeeping with Swansea’s Finest

Learn about the bees, respect the bees, possibly fear the bees (in a healthy way).

32. Shetland Horses

Pocket-sized ponies with the personalities of rockstars.

33. Goats to Garment

Watch a goat become a jumper (not literally, we hope).

34. Caernarfon Fun Dog Show

Dogs in fancy dress. That’s it. That’s the tweet.

35. Scurry Driving Races

Ponies pulling carts at unholy speeds. It’s thrilling, it’s slightly terrifying, it’s brilliant.

36. Smallholding Talks

Ask all the questions you've been afraid to Google.

37. Water Sports on the Pond

Kayaks and paddleboards. Dry socks not guaranteed.

38. Rope Making

For when you suddenly decide your post-festival career lies in heritage cordage.

39. Vintage Section

Where rust becomes art and tractors become icons.

40. Mini Land Rovers

Your child’s first taste of power. Use with caution.

41–45. Painting, Fabric Printing, Wood Turning, Pottery, Vintage Tools

Basically Pinterest brought to life. Bring a tote bag and low expectations of leaving empty-handed.

46–47. First Aid & Bushcraft Workshops

For people who want to survive both minor grazes and post-apocalyptic scenarios.

48. Usk Valley Farm’s Menagerie

Donkeys, alpacas, and the world’s fluffiest lamb. Good luck not naming it.

49. Children’s Story Time

Sit, listen, be soothed. Pretend it's for the kids.

50. Sheep Stock Judging (Saturday only)

Basically a beauty pageant for sheep. It’s as niche and as glorious as you’d expect.

FANCY IT?

Planning to start a smallholding or just love rural life? The Royal Welsh Spring Festival is the place to pick up skills, chat to experts, and get inspired. Don’t miss talks on poultry keeping, sustainable living, and British Army fitness zones for a unique mix of practical learning and muddy fun.

Why Visit the Royal Welsh Spring Festival?

Family-friendly: With activities for toddlers to teenagers, it’s a brilliant day out.

Educational and inspiring: Learn from farmers, makers, and rural lifestyle experts.

Full of flavour: Sample award-winning Welsh food, cheese, and cider.

Affordable fun: With so much included in your ticket, it’s great value.

Book Your Tickets

The Royal Welsh Spring Festival 2025 is expected to be one of the biggest yet. Book your tickets early to avoid missing out. Whether you're into livestock shows, learning about smallholding life, or just fancy a day in the fresh air with top-notch Welsh food, this festival has it all.

Don’t miss the Royal Welsh Spring Festival – 17–18 May 2025. A true celebration of Welsh rural life and one of the best spring events in the UK.

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