Motorpoint Arena Cardiff is an indoor event arena, with was opened on 10 September 1993 by singer Shirley Bassey. It is the city's largest exhibition facility today. Famous names who have performed in the arena are among Richard Ashcroft, The 1975, Bring Me The Horizon, Metallica, Liam Gallagher, Iron Maiden, Alice Cooper, Dio, Meat Loaf, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, The Killers, Biffy Clyro, The Prodigy, The Beach Boys, Panic at the disco, and Manic Street Preachers.
Cardiff Castle is supposed to be one of Wales’ leading heritage attractions. It is located within beautiful parklands at the heart of the city. The Roman fort was established at the end of the 50s AD. Remains of the Roman wall can still be seen today. After the Norman conquest the castle’s keep was built, re-using the original site of the Roman fort. It passed through the hands of many noble families until in 1766, it passed to the Bute family. From 1866 onwards, architect William Burges was to transform the castle lodgings. Within gothic towers he created lavish and opulent interiors, rich with murals, stained glass, marble, and elaborate wood carvings. The Bute family continued to stay at the castle throughout the 1930s.
If your are into Rock and Heavy Metal tunes, don't miss this place. Loud music, great staff and a really authenic Rock atmosphere. The interior is designed in musis memorabilia so you have lots of stuff to watch while sipping your drink.
Spillers Records is said to be the world's oldest record shop, as established in Cardiff back in 1894 by Henry Spiller.
At its original location in Queens Arcade, the store specialised in the sale of phonographs, wax phonograph cylinders and shellac phonograph discs. In the early 1920s, Spiller's son Edward took over the running of the business and sold musical instruments alongside pre-recorded music. In the late 1940s, Henry moved the shop around the corner to a larger premises on The Hayes.
In 2010, Spillers Records moved to Morgan Arcade.
On two floors, you won't be disappointed when strolling around the small shop to find a musical souvenir from your trip to Cardiff.
Kellys Records is an independent record store established back in 1969. It specialises in second hand rare and collectible vinyl. Also offering CDs. Located on the first floor of Central Market.
Cardiff Caravan and Camping Park is beautifully situated in parkland area in the heart of the city. Just a short stroll away from the capital's sightseeing spots such as Cardiff Castle and directly located at River Taff.
Manor Parc is a country estate nestled beneath Caerphilly Mountain near Cardiff. This country house hotel is in quiet gardens, just about 8 km from the city centre. It has views of the mountains. With its quiet location and lovely Orangerie restaurant with fine dining it is also popular as wedding venue.
Laid back location for a beer or two in the heart of Cardiff. Try a glass of one of the local breweries. Also great food available. Alternative and relaxed atmosphere.
Atmospheric and cosy, this is Rum & Fizz bar in the heart of Cardiff. Stunning vintage interior. A really highlight for eyes and taste. A great selection of drinks. Especially lots of sorts of rums available.
Glastonbury Festival is a five-day festival of contemporary arts in Southern England. In addition to music, it hosts dance and comedy sessions, lectures, and movie screenings along other performances. Deeply inspired by the ethos of the hippie and free festival movements.
The Forum in Bath was built in 1934 as a cinema in Art Déco and Neo-Classical style. Its main auditorium has about 1,600 seats, making it Bath's largest event venue today. Inside is splendour including brick with concrete floors, a large Art Déco candelabra lighting, lacquered wood fixtures and fittings and gold-leafed flourishes.
Colston Hall is Bristol’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment since the year 1867 by major names in Rock, Pop, Jazz, Folk, World, up to Classical music. These walls have hosted music from the likes of Robert Plant, The Beatles, David Bowie, Elton John, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Motörhead, and Bob Dylan.
O2 Academy Bristol has been hosting live perroamnces since 2001. On stage: bright new acts along classic performers. It opened with a sell-out performance from Ocean Colour Scene. The venue’s history stretches back to November 1966, when it opened as cinema. O2 Academy Bristol has provided plenty of memorable moments and iconic performances ever since.
Clwb Ifor Bach (meaning Little Ivor's Club) is located in the heart of Cardiff has existed since 1983 and was founded by Cymdeithas Clwb Cymraeg Caerdydd, a society formed with the purpose of establishing a Welsh language social club. Still today, it is the focal point for many Welsh-medium organisations and events in the area. The club today is contained within an three-storey building. There is a bar, stage, and dance floor on each level, varying in size from level to level. There are regular performances of live music. The range of music played is very wide, and includes Reggae, Folk, Hip Hop, Pop, Rock, Welsh and more.
Motorpoint Arena (Photo by Bachmeier / Ramsthaler)
Motorpoint Arena (Photo by Bachmeier / Ramsthaler)
