open every day of the holidays!
Weekends/Bank & School Holidays : 9am - 5pm (Coffee shop 09:30am - 4:30pm)
Get 10% OFF using code EARLYBIRD10 at the checkout when booking 24 hours in advance!
plan your day
Mountain View Ranch covers over 100 acres of beautiful woodland & trails and is the No. 1 place for a family adventure of all ages in the open fresh air! With map in hand, you will begin the Ranch Trail, making an enchanting discovery at every turn. Popular discoveries include our awesome jumping pillows, hidden tree houses, soft archery, Funny Goats, enchanting Fairy Forest and thrilling tree swings!
The Gruffalo Trail - Did you know we are home to Wales’ first official Gruffalo Trail? Based on the hugely popular storybook by Julia Donaldson, you can take a stroll through the Deep, Dark Wood and look out for your favourite characters from the story - whether its Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake or of course, The Gruffalo!
Please note, this is a permanent feature and is included in the standard ticket price.
The Ranch Coffee Shop - For hungry and thirsty visitors, the Ranch coffee shop serves a selection of coffees, soft drinks, cakes, snacks & ice-creams daily. During School Holidays and weekends, enjoy freshly made sandwiches and delicious artisan pizza made to order with the Ranch’s very own sourdough base.
During off-peak times, please bring a picnic to fuel your exploring!
USEFUL INFORMATION
Is the ranch pushchair accessible?
The Ranch has pathways around the whole trail which is pushchair accessible for most parts. Just be aware that some areas are steep and hilly, therefore more challenging!
Are dogs welcome?
Of course! We just politely ask that they are kept on a short lead at all times during your visit.
Do you serve food?
Sandwiches, freshly made pizza, cakes and ice-cream are available during school holidays, weekends and bank holidays. If you’re visiting us in off-peak periods (Monday to Friday during term-time), hot and cold drinks and cakes are available, but please do bring a picnic to fuel your adventures!
Should I book in advance?
We certainly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot, but we also welcome walk-ins! If you’re planning to visit last minute, please do check on our bookings page and Facebook in case we are fully booked.
Where can we find you?
On Caerphilly Mountain! Located on Rhiwbina Hill, we’re only a 10-20 minute drive from Cardiff City Centre, 10 minutes from Caerphilly and only a 1 hour drive from Bristol City Centre! For Sat Nav, use CF83 1NG or use this map.
Do you have special events?
As well as all the permanent attractions at the ranch, we organise seasonal events and activities on various dates throughout the year. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for any upcoming events!
Anything important to know before we visit?
Just a polite reminder that bikes, BBQs, smoking/vaping on site is strictly prohibited - thank you very much for your understanding!
