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About Great Hall - Cardiff University

The Great Hall at Cardiff University Students’ Union is the university’s largest venue, hosting big-name concerts and major university events in the heart of Cardiff. With a flexible seating arrangement that varies by show, the space offers a dynamic environment for a wide range of performances from touring acts to large-scale university celebrations. Read on for seating details, getting there, parking options, and nearby hotels and dining to enhance your visit.

Address: Cardiff University Students’ Union, The Great Hall, Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3QN. Entrance on Senghennydd Road.

Seating and capacity: The Great Hall accommodates up to 1,600 for major concerts, with seating configurations tailored to each event. There is no publicly published seating map, so seating sections are announced with each show. If you’re securing seats, we’ve got you covered with current availability and the best options as they appear.

Parking and transport: There is no on-site private parking. Nearby public parking is available on Park Place and in the Civic Centre area. An accessible drop-off zone is provided, and the venue benefits from strong public transport links, making it easy to reach from across Cardiff.

Hotels and dining nearby: For convenient stays, consider Hilton Cardiff (Kingsway, Greyfriars Rd) and Park Plaza Cardiff (Greyfriars Rd), both within walking distance. There are plenty of nearby dining options to suit different tastes, from casual cafes to refined eateries, all within a short stroll of the venue.

Notable past performers include Ellie Goulding, Funeral for a Friend, Chase & Status, Ocean Colour Scene, Kids in Glass Houses, Tinie Tempah, and the NME Tour. The Great Hall continues to host high-profile concerts alongside large university events, offering a vibrant setting for fans and attendees alike.

For tickets and timing, secure your seats early through our simple, friendly process. We’re here to help you find the best available options and get you to the show with minimal hassle.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,600 for major concerts.
  • Location/Address: Cardiff University Students’ Union, The Great Hall, Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3QN (entrance on Senghennydd Road).
  • Venue type: large live-music and events hall within the Cardiff University Students’ Union; the Union’s largest venue.
  • Seating chart: no publicly published seating map; seating arrangements vary by event and a seating map is not readily available.
  • Parking/transit: no private on-site parking; nearby public parking available on Park Place and in the civic centre; accessible drop-off zone exists; good public transport links.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Cardiff (Kingsway, Greyfriars Rd) and Park Plaza Cardiff (Greyfriars Rd) are within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: acts such as Ellie Goulding, Funeral for a Friend, Chase & Status, Ocean Colour Scene, Kids in Glass Houses, Tinie Tempah and the NME Tour have performed there; the venue also hosts large university events.