What’s On in Caerphilly County Borough This Christmas

In the lead up to Christmas there are some delightful activities and festive treats to join in with safely. To help get you into the festive spirit here is a selection of what is taking place in the county borough, all hosted by Caerphilly Tourism Association members.
Please remember to contact the venue directly before attending as changes can occur at any time and most require pre booking.

Family Fun

Blackwood Miners Institute supports Rainbow Valley Productions
Come along and join in the fun at the drive-in pantomime showing of the swashbuckling family favourite Peter Pan. Hosted at the old Pontllanfraith Civic Centre the event will offer a fun experience for the whole family. For full information on dates, prices and times please visit Firefly Cinema

Escape Blackwood
The Grinch in association with Escape Blackwood will be carrying out a number of ‘Grinch Walks’ in aid of Alzheimer’s Society Elf Day. Outdoors and socially distanced with quarantined lollipops for onlookers! Visit their Facebook page for future dates.

Taff Valley Quad Bike & Activity Centre & Wales Activity Breaks
There are lots of outdoor experiences to keep everyone entertained in the lead up to Christmas from Quad Biking and Archery to Axe throwing and Clay Shooting. The venue will be announcing their Christmas Festive Farm event very soon so keep an eye on their Facebook page for full details.

Rock UK
Lots of enjoyment is to be had at The Summit Centre with the playground and climbing all available. Make a day of it and have some Christmas treats in the café! Visit their Facebook page for full details.

Butcher & Ball Dog Café
Santa’s dog grotto! Take your 4-legged friend to visit Santa! Christmas photos are optional, but all visitors will receive a wrapped gift! £4 per dog. Visit their Facebook page for full details.

Funtastic Play and Party Centre – Host to a number of Father Christmas outdoor meet and greet sessions. Visit their Facebook page for full details.

Playworks the Meadows Farm Village Retreat
Santa and Reindeer Walkthroughs are available in the lead up to Christmas. Gifts for the children with sweet treats and hot drinks for chaperones! NOTE: You get to see real reindeer! Booking is essential. Visit their Facebook page for full details.

There are a host of outdoor attractions and open spaces in the county borough allowing you to enjoy some festive family walks and bike rides. Wrap up warm and enjoy the outdoors! Check them out here!

Dining Out

There are many delightful restaurants, coffee shops, dessert parlours and eating out venues offering festive menus, special offers and discounts in the lead up to Christmas in the county borough of Caerphilly.

Visit our eating out section to see a full list of all the dining out venues and what tantalising treats they have to offer.

Shopping

The 6 key town centres in Caerphilly County Borough have a range of independent and chain stores to help you shop local this Christmas. Join in the ‘Choose YOUR High Street This Christmas’ Facebook event to find out about a host of ‘hidden gems’ in our county borough as well as a feast of special offers and discounts. Visit the news section to find out more information.

Caerphilly Farmers & Artisan Market
Visit the Twyn Community Centre on Saturday 12th December and join in with the final market before Christmas! Pick up some fabulous food and those last-minute gifts. There will be a one-way system around the hall and visitors are asked to collect their purchases as quickly as possible to allow everyone to pass through safely. Visit their Facebook page for full details.

Castle Court Craft & Food Market Many of the monthly market crafters are available to order Christmas gifts from. Visit their Facebook page for full details.

Cwmcarn Forest Gift Shop has a quirky selection of gifts for friends and family members. Head over to the visitor centre and enjoy a stroll around the beautiful forest and valley floor. The visitor Centre is open 9am – 5pm every day (4.30pm closure Fridays). Vest the Facebook page for inspiration.