The Great Hall

Head up to the first floor of the Union building on Senghennydd Road and you've found yourself in one of Cardiff's most characterful venues. The Great Hall is all exposed brick, high ceilings and proper old-world charm – the kind of space that feels like it's seen everything. Whether it's indie bands, stand-up comedians or theatre productions rolling through, there's a genuine sense that you're in a room with history. The vibe shifts depending on what's on, but it's never pretentious; it's where students and locals actually want to be on a Friday night.