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City Hall
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Madeleine C
The Netherlands13,788 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
The town hall, designed by architects Lanchester, Stewart and Rickards, is located in the impressive district of Cathays Park. The building was finished in 1906. The bell tower is 60 meters high and at the top of the dome is a Welsh dragon. We didn't go all the way inside the building because they were busy for a wedding. We all saw people in Indian clothes. We saw the bride and groom in the Alexandra gardens
Written October 14, 2023
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rogerhY5668ET
Cardiff, UK165 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Whilst entertaining our American friends this week, we took them to the city centre and in particular the City Hall.
Most people will associate the city hall for Civic events and weddings, when in fact it is much more.
This Council run building has a special selection of sculptures and paintings on the ground and first floors.
Thee receptionist on the way in will be helpful if you need her assistance. Or alternatively you can just sit and admire the location.
Previously there's been a peregrine falcon nesting on the roof.
Most people will associate the city hall for Civic events and weddings, when in fact it is much more.
This Council run building has a special selection of sculptures and paintings on the ground and first floors.
Thee receptionist on the way in will be helpful if you need her assistance. Or alternatively you can just sit and admire the location.
Previously there's been a peregrine falcon nesting on the roof.
Written January 28, 2020
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Brian K
Renfrew, UK680 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
We visited the city hall for our nieces wedding and I was impressed by the building and it’s interior . The stand out was actually the staff who were so friendly and helpful , in fact one of the staff ( lady with blonde hair who’s name I should have got ) actually had helped us the day before when we were walking round lost looking for our hotel . We didn’t have time to do the full tour but the next time I’m in Cardiff I definetly will .
Written July 11, 2022
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HappyScorpio
7 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Got married here on Monday and all of the staff were so nice. Especially Ruth who helped me to book and change the date, she was quick to reply, courteous and very helpful.
A great experience of a great place.
Thank you for a wonderful experience
A great experience of a great place.
Thank you for a wonderful experience
Written January 9, 2020
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BelaN74
Mississauga, Canada5,540 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
Only visited the city hall outside. But it’s a beautifully architecturally and the grounds and statues are worth the time to see.
Written October 27, 2023
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Clairejorct
Glamorgan5 contributions
Jul 2014
Had our very small wedding here 24th July. We were treated brilliantly by every member of staff that we encountered. It is a beautiful building and don't be put off using the St David's room if you are a small party it felt very intimate and the registrar made the service very personal. The photos both inside and outside were amazing. We would highly recommend this venue.
Written August 8, 2014
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buttonq
england243 contributions
Dec 2014
Myself and a friend attempted to visits cardiff city hall today (15/12/14). As soon as we entered the building, a rather snooty receptionist shouted out from her large desk "can I help you". We replied nicely that we were interested in just taking a look around the beautiful building and so would it be okay if we did that? Her reply - "no". So we said - sorry are you busy do you have something going on? Her reply- we always have something going on. Us - sorry, if it was any other day would it be okay, maybe next Monday? Her reply - No. At this point we felt embarrassed and just left.
Written December 15, 2014
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Bel98
Cardiff, UK19 contributions
Cardiff City Hall stands amongst some of the finest civic buildings in the world. Built during the Edwardian era, City Hall is notable for its splendid clock tower, which can be seen in many parts of the city. Inside the City Hall, there are statues of many prominent Welsh people, including Owain Glyndwr, and Henry VII of England (the first Tudor King, father to Henry VIII - the Tudor's were originally Norman-Welsh). City Hall was one of the potential sites for the new Welsh Assembly, however the building was viewed as too historic and traditional.
The gardens in front of and behind City Hall are very popular with visitors and city dwellers as an oasis from the city bustle. Events such as the Big Weekend in August take place outside the City Hall.
Be sure to visit!
The gardens in front of and behind City Hall are very popular with visitors and city dwellers as an oasis from the city bustle. Events such as the Big Weekend in August take place outside the City Hall.
Be sure to visit!
Written February 28, 2006
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prinny1996
Cardiff, UK1 contribution
Aug 2015 • Friends
Went to a wedding here and as we arrived we pressed the buzzer to park our car as we was wedding guests she answered and said no parking here, after all the money the couple spent on getting married at the city hall, their guests wasn't even aloud to park there and had to pay for parking instead, disgraceful... Jobsworth!
Written August 22, 2015
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rachelblue46
Cardiff, UK781 contributions
Nov 2014 • Solo
Even though i am from Cardiff I took a walk around a few days ago and forgot how beautiful our city is?.
We have some beautiful detailed buildings which i think are under rated! The museum is one, it has a lovely entrance and the foyer is outstanding. If you do visit Cardiff you must visit City hall its a lovely place to get married with a choice of rooms for different budgets!.
I also took some time to walk down to the cenotaph where there was some beautiful wreths from remembrance day which was a very humbling experience.
I strongly recommend Cardiff as its definitely changed from the 1980's ugly buildings,
Shopping is great with the new St Davids 2 with shops like John Lewis, Jack Jones, vans and Hugo boss to name a few! food is great and there's something for everyone. I am very excited on the arrival of the new Burger and Lobster restaurant opening soon, a review will be put on for that one!!!!.
We have some beautiful detailed buildings which i think are under rated! The museum is one, it has a lovely entrance and the foyer is outstanding. If you do visit Cardiff you must visit City hall its a lovely place to get married with a choice of rooms for different budgets!.
I also took some time to walk down to the cenotaph where there was some beautiful wreths from remembrance day which was a very humbling experience.
I strongly recommend Cardiff as its definitely changed from the 1980's ugly buildings,
Shopping is great with the new St Davids 2 with shops like John Lewis, Jack Jones, vans and Hugo boss to name a few! food is great and there's something for everyone. I am very excited on the arrival of the new Burger and Lobster restaurant opening soon, a review will be put on for that one!!!!.
Written November 21, 2014
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