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Cardiff, the capital of Wales
Description
Things are different in Cardiff, the Capital of Wales. Within the compact city centre you'll find unique attractions, top class entertainment - and quality shopping with a difference. Innovative architecture sits alongside historic buildings, the bustle of the city centre is only a few strides from acres of peaceful parklands, and Cardiff Bay offers indoor and outdoor entertainment for everyone.
Contact information
Name: Hywel Thomas
Position: PR Manager
Email: hywel.thomas@cardiffandco.com
Web: http://www.whycardiff.com
Phone: +44 (0) 29 2087 1022
Name:
Sara LlewellynPosition:
Convention Bureau ManagerEmail:
sara.llewellyn@cardiffandco.comWeb:
http://www.meetincardiff.comPhone:
+44 (0) 29 2087 1028Name:
Pat CrimpPosition:
Head of Head of Networks and Business DevelopmentEmail:
pat.crimp@cardiffandco.comWeb:
http://www.visitcardiff.comPhone:
+44 (0) 29 2087 2815
Access information
Cardiff is easy to reach from anywhere in the UK or overseas, and just two hours (by train) from London. Once you have arrived in the city, the public transport services are both regular and reliable. Find out more on www.visitcardiff.com.
From Cardiff Airport:
Cardiff International Airport is situated in Rhoose, 12 miles west of Cardiff City Centre and 10 miles from Junction 33 on the M4. Cardiff Airport has direct flights from 60 destinations.
These include:
• KLM: www.klm.com International airline flying direct to Cardiff from Amsterdam, with connections from the rest of the world.
• Bmibaby: www.bmibaby.com Low-cost airline with direct flights from Europe, including Spain, France, Ireland, and Scotland.
Bristol International Airport is only 1 hour away, with Continental Airlines flying direct from the States as well as EasyJet low-cost airline providing flights from Europe, including Germany, and within the UK. Birmingham, Manchester and London Airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton) are also all easily accessible to Cardiff by high-speed InterCity train or coach.
Rail:
A rail link connects Cardiff International Airport to Cardiff Central and Bridgend. Trains run each direction every hour, and a bus shuttle service provides the link between the rail station and the airport terminal.
Bus:
Cardiff Bus 'Airbus Xpress' service X91 operates direct between Cardiff City Centre (including Central Station) and the airport with up to a half hourly frequency on Mondays to Fridays, hourly on Saturdays and Sundays. Adult single fare is £4, return £7. Child single fare is £3, return £5. The National Express Coach Service also operates regular direct services to Cardiff Central Bus Station.
From rest of the UK:
By Road:
Cardiff is on the national motorway system. The M4 runs through the north of the city, making London a comfortable drive away. From the Midlands, the North of England and Scotland it is a straightforward drive via the M6, M5 and M50/M4. From the South and South West of England the approach is by M5 and M4. Access from West Wales is by M4.
By Rail:
Cardiff has direct rail links to many cities in the UK including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Nottingham, Bristol, Southampton, Exeter, Torbay and Portsmouth. The journey time from London Paddington to Cardiff is under two hours (2hrs 40mins on Saturdays) and leaves every 30 minutes.
By Sea:
For those travelling from mainland Europe there is a wide choice of entry points to the UK served by many ferry companies. Ferry ports link with the national motorway system to provide fast and easy access to Cardiff.
Special events
Cardiff is a capital for events and can boast international sporting, music and cultural events. With venues such as the Millennium Stadium and the Wales Millennium Centre as well as the Cardiff International Arena and St David’s Hall, Cardiff can lay claim to some of the best events the UK has to offer. Below you'll find a few events, but to find out more visit www.eventsincardiff.com.
· Royal Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show – April
· Cardiff International Food & Drink Festival – July
· The Admiral Cardiff Big Weekend & MAS Carnival – August
· Lloyds TSB Welsh Proms – July
· Mermaid Quay Cardiff Harbour Festival – August
· Autumn Rugby International series – October to November
· Wales Rally GB – November
· bmi baby Winter Wonderland – November to January
City overview
| City: | Total Bedrooms | Capacity of the biggest meeting hall | Maximum Exhibition space of the biggest conference facility [m2] | Maximum Exhibition space of the biggest conference facility [sq. foot] |
| Cardiff, the capital of Wales | 6253 | 74000 | 11000 | 118403 |
Accommodation & Conference facilities
| Rating | Number of hotels | Number of bedrooms | Number of beds | Maximum capacity of the biggest meeting room |
|
5
| 2 | 329 | 703 | 330 |
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4
| 7 | 856 | 1872 | 690 |
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3
| 12 | 968 | 1914 | 198 |
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Universities
| 3 | 3800 | 4371 | 815 |
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Hostels
| 6 | 300 | 504 | 250 |
| Name | Description | Number of meeting halls | Total capacity | Maximum capacity of the biggest hall | Exhibition space in m2 |
| Millennium Stadium | The Millennium Stadium is well and truly the most versatile and adaptable venue in Europe. Whilst it has successfully established itself as one of the top sporting stadiums in the world its now high on the list of conference and music industry agendas and attracts the biggest names in the business. | 40 | 75000 | 74000 | 11000 |
| Wales Millennium Centre | The Wales Millennium Centre has taken its place as one of the world's leading performing arts venues, but the Centre has also hosted over 2,000 conferences and dinners since opening its doors in November 2004. | 4 | 2337 | 1897 | 700 |
| National Museum Cardiff | The National Museum Cardiff offers a unique and prestigious location for corporate gatherings,gala dinners, hospitality and entertainment of all kinds. The venue works in partnership with specialist caterers to provide hospitality and service of exceptional quality. | 3 | 730 | 340 | |
| St David's Hall | St David's hall is the award-winning national Concert Hall and Conference Centre of Wales. the building is extremely versatile with technical facilities suitable for major conventions, annual general meetings and corporate presentations. | 15 | 2204 | 1694 | 459 |
| Cardiff City Hall | City Hall is located in the heart of the city. There are elegant rooms of all sizes to meet any conference, event or function needs. Choose from the Assembly Room for conferences up to 600 delegates or a variety of mid-size or smaller rooms for training sessions and intimate dinners | 16 | 1420 | 620 | 595 |
| Cardiff Castle | Situated in the heart of the capital city of Wales, Cardiff Castle is the ultimate in prestigious venues, perfect for large scale functions or intimate gatherings from 10 to 200 guests. Its in-house caterers provide a tailor made service to suit all requirements. | 3 | 175 | 150 | |
| SWALEC Stadium | The new SWALEC Stadium can accommodate over 2000 guests and delegates for conferencing and banqueting. The venue boasts six large suites, twenty-two executive boxes, a panoramic theatre and a large indoor school that can be tailored to your event needs. | 24 | 2100 | 1000 | 800 |
| Cardiff University | Cardiff University an ideal venue situated in the heart of the city's civic centre. Offers a range of conference and meeting facilities available all year round. Accommodation is available at the student residences during the summer vacation periods on a self-catering or Bed and Breakfast basis | 50 | 560 | 460 | 800 |
| University Wales Institute (UWIC) | Ideal for all events, UWIC offers extensive meeting facilities, sport/leisure facilities, accommodation, hospitality, and ample car parking. The National Indoor Centre can accommodate exhibitions and events for up to 2,500 delegates. Packages individually tailored to meet all budgets and expectations. | 80 | 800 | 350 | 5500 |
| ATRiuM | Glamorgan Conference Services enjoy an enviable reputation for their conference and event facilities and the service they provide. With two locations to choose from, the ATRiuM in Cardiff city centre and the Glamorgan Business Centre near Pontypridd. These could be ideal venues for your next event. | 7 | 250 | 160 | |
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