Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm

Name: Dr Beynon's Bug Farm
Address: Lower Harglodd Farm, St David's, Pembrokeshire, SA62 6BX, GB

Your family will love a day out at Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm, a 100 acre working farm, research centre and visitor attraction all about invertebrates and sustainable agriculture, just one mile from St Davids in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Inside the Tropical Bug Zoo, watch leafcutter ants on the move, spot stick insects hiding among the branches and get eye to eye with whip scorpions. The Bug Museum and new Nature Recovery Centre explore farming, food and nature side by side, while the Pembrokeshire Farming History Museum looks back at rural life through old photographs and personal stories.

Outside, the Bug Farm Trail winds through wildflower meadows, wetlands and woodland, and the walled garden is a peaceful spot to watch butterflies and bees among the wildlife pond, more beautifully chaotic than manicured, and all the better for it. The Indoor Play Barn (re-opening later in 2026) gives kids somewhere to run about and let off steam, suitable for ages 3 and up with an adult close by.

About Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm

Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm is the brainchild of entomologist and ecologist Dr Sarah Beynon, set on her family’s historic Welsh farm near St Davids. It brings together farming, food, research and nature recovery under one roof, home to the Tyddewi Herd of Welsh Black cattle and a working research programme with several universities. It’s a rare mix of bug zoo, museums, cafe and farm trail, run by people who study and manage the land they welcome you onto, and that’s what makes it feel different from a typical visitor attraction.

Prices

Entry tickets can be booked online in advance, which is worth doing since busy days do sell out. Adults (16+) pay £10.95, with children aged 3 to 15 at £8.95. Seniors and students get a discounted rate of £9.95 with valid ID, and toddlers aged 2 and under go free. Carers also get in free with valid carer ID. Up-Close Sessions, where you can meet the bugs close up, cost an extra £1.50 per person and run on the hour throughout the day (11am to 4pm in peak season, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm off-peak). These sessions are popular, so it’s best to call ahead and book.

FAQs

Is Dr Beynon's Bug Farm suitable for toddlers? ▼

Yes, it's suitable for all ages, and toddlers aged 2 and under get in free. There's nappy changing facilities on site too.

Do I need to book tickets in advance? ▼

It's a good idea, especially in school holidays, as some days get fully booked with groups. Up-Close Sessions are especially popular and are best booked ahead by calling the farm.

Is there disabled access? ▼

Yes, the farm has full disabled access, including a full-spec disabled loo, plus free parking and coach parking by arrangement.

What food is on offer? ▼

Grub Kitchen serves food from 12pm to 2.30pm (12pm to 3.30pm during Welsh Easter and summer holidays), with drinks and cakes available all day. It's the UK's first edible insect cafe, though there are plenty of non-insect options too.

How long will a visit last? ▼

It's really up to you. Some families whizz round in under an hour, while others happily make a full day of it. Most visits last around 2.5 hours, so it's worth planning your time (and snacks) around that.

If Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm sounds like your kind of place, we’ve plenty more suggestions to add to your family days bucket list, take a look at our full guide to animal attractions in West Wales for more family friendly options across the region. Don’t forget to add it to your calendar, and check our What’s On West Wales guide for more school holiday ideas.

Location: Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm

Lower Harglodd Farm

St David’s

Pembrokeshire

SA62 6BX

Opening Times:

Open Tuesday to Sunday during school holidays, weekends only in quieter months, closed Mondays year-round. Closed throughout November, with December opening still TBC. Hours are 10.30am to 4.30pm, last entry 3.15pm.

Enry Costs: