Meeting venue and directions
Temple of Peace
The meeting is being held at the historic venue of the Temple of Peace in Cardiff Civic Centre. Founded in November 1938, the Temple was conceived by Lord David Davies of Llandinam after his experience serving in the trenches during the First World War. An MP and philanthropist, Lord Davies had dedicated his life to combating the dual evils of disease and war: the Welsh National Temple of Peace and Health was to be his lasting gift to the Welsh people. Learn more about the history of the building here.
Access requirements
This is a fully accessible venue for wheelchair users. If you have any particular requirements, please let us know by email.
Dinner
All conference catering will be provided by the Cardiff University events.
A drinks reception and dinner will take place on the evening of Friday 27th in the Marble Hall. More details to follow.
How to get there
Directions to Temple of Peace
King Edward VII Ave, Cardiff CF10 3AP
The Temple of Peace is located on King Edward VII Avenue in Cathays Park, Cardiff. The building is opposite the Welsh Government and next door to both Cardiff university’s Bute and Redwood building. An Art Deco gem in the centre of Cardiff. You can hardly miss the large pillars facing you as you enter.
By Car
Cardiff is easily accessible via the M4 motorway, which runs through the north of the city, with central London only a 3 hour drive away. From the Midlands, it is a straightforward drive via the A38 and A40. From Bristol, it is a hour journey via the M4. Please see online map directions for a detailed route.
Following the A470 into Cardiff, take the turning onto Corbett Road and then take the next right. The Temple of Peace is the second building on the right. Please note that right turns onto College Road from North Road are not permitted.
Parking
There is pay and display street parking operated by Cardiff Council in front of the building for guests, as well as multi-storey car parks nearby. There is also pay and display street parking in front of the building, which is free for blue-badge holders.
By Bus
There are a number of buses that stop near to the Temple of Peace, including the Baycar 6 which runs from across the road to the Millennium Centre in Cardiff Bay. You can plan your route using the Cardiff Bus route planner.
By Train
Cardiff Central train station can be reached directly from a number of major UK train stations such as London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads. Direct trains also run from regional Welsh stations such as Newport and Swansea.
The nearest train stations to the venue are Cathays and Queen Queen which are approximately a 5 minute walk away, and Cardiff Central Station is a 20 minute walk away.
You can plan tour journey using the Transport for Wales website.
By Air
Cardiff Airport has twice daily flights from Amsterdam Schiphol. Cardiff airport is located 30 minutes from Cardiff City Centre. You can catch a train, bus or a taxi from the airport to travel to Cardiff city centre. Full details are available on the Cardiff Airport website.
Bristol Airport has regular flights from Copenhagen and is located around 1 hour from Cardiff City Centre. London Heathrow serves most other European Capitals and is around a 2.5 hour train ride from Cardiff Central.
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