Viral food sensation Spudman has confirmed the dates and times he will serve his famous jacket potatoes at Cardiff Winter Wonderland this year. Ben Newman, known online as Spudman, shared the update in an Instagram video ahead of his arrival in the Welsh capital.
In the video, Newman said: "Big up to my Welsh followers, Spudman here. We're coming to Cardiff in two days. Well, we're going on Tuesday, setting up on Wednesday and opening on Thursday."
Opening hours revealed
Newman detailed the opening schedule, starting with Thursday, November 12, from 5pm until 10pm. He added: "Then on Friday, we're open from 1pm, Saturday from 11am and Sunday from 11am. I'm going to be there all of those days, flinging potatoes. I'm excited."
He also asked followers for recommendations on Welsh cakes, saying: "What are these Welsh cake things? Where do they sell the best ones in Cardiff? Because I want to show some Welsh cakes. They look amazing. I follow the guy, his look awesome. The Welsh cake man. Are they legit? Give me some information on Welsh cakes because, you know, what are the best ones?"
Spudman's rise to fame
Spudman has run his jacket potato business in Tamworth for more than 20 years. Since joining TikTok during the Covid-19 pandemic, he has amassed more than four million followers on the platform. Fans travel from across the world to try his potatoes, with Ryan Reynolds and Queen Camilla among those who have eaten one.
Winter Wonderland details
Cardiff Winter Wonderland opens on Thursday, November 12, and runs until Sunday, January 3, 2027. Cardiff Castle will host ice skating and the ice walk, Tafarn bar, food and drink and entertainment, with curling available for the first time this year. Accessible ice skating sessions will be provided, along with a smaller beginners' rink, while more experienced skaters can venture outdoors along the ice walk. City Hall Lawn will feature the traditional giant wheel, family fairground attractions, food and drink outlets, and entertainment.
