Categorie: Cardiff Bay

The iconic Norwegian Church Arts Centre is one of the capital city’s landmark buildings. Situated in the heart of Cardiff Bay it offers glorious, panoramic views over the waterfront. Formerly a Church for Norwegian Sailors, the unique building dates back to the industrial revolution, when Cardiff’s Docks were the greatest exporter of coal globally.

Roald Dahl Plass was opened in April 2000 is an oval shaped open space surrounded by illuminated pillars. It is often used to host concerts and other events. At the northern end is the Water Tower, which stands at approximately 70 feet high with a constant stream of water running down the metallic fountain. The…

The Cardiff Bay Barrage is 1.1km long and extends from Cardiff docks in the north to Penarth in the south. This major civil engineering construction project subsequently led to the impoundment of the Bay, which boasts over 13km of waterfront. The Barrage features locks, bridges and sluice gates in addition to landscaped public areas.