Chapter Arts Centre
- Up to 450 delegates
- 4 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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Chapter Arts Centre is Cardiff's leading contemporary arts venue, housed in a striking modernist building in Canton. The centre features multiple cinema screens, theatre spaces, gallery areas, and flexible meeting rooms suitable for conferences, workshops and cultural events. With its vibrant café-bar, bookshop, and outdoor courtyard, Chapter provides a creative environment for corporate hire and private functions. The venue is renowned for its cutting-edge programming in film, theatre, visual arts and digital media, making it an inspiring setting for events that require a creative edge.
Best suited for
- Theatre
- Film screenings
- Conferences
- Exhibitions
- Live music
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Theatre | 300 | — | 30 | 150 | 40 | — | — |
| Studio Theatre | 80 | — | 20 | 40 | 25 | — | — |
| Gallery 1 | 100 | — | 25 | 60 | 30 | — | — |
| Meeting Room | 30 | — | 12 | 20 | 15 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire rates vary by space and duration. Discounts available for community groups and arts organizations. Full venue hire available for special events.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Café-bar
- Bookshop
- Accessible
- Outdoor space
- Cinema facilities
- Theatre lighting
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Hearing loop available
Location & getting there
Market Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1QE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Chapter Arts Centre is a verified arts centre in Cardiff, hosting up to 450 guests, with day delegate rates from £350. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Creative, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, creative off-sites and product launches, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & cateringNot listed
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £350
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Main theatre 450 seats, studio spaces 50-100, gallery and foyer areas for exhibitions and receptions
What AV equipment is available?
Professional theatre-grade lighting and sound, digital projection, live streaming capabilities
Is catering available?
On-site restaurant and bar, full event catering services, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks, excellent public transport links
About Chapter Arts Centre
Chapter Arts Centre is Cardiff's leading contemporary arts venue, housed in a striking modernist building in Canton. The centre features multiple cinema screens, theatre spaces, gallery areas, and flexible meeting rooms suitable for conferences, workshops and cultural events. With its vibrant café-bar, bookshop, and outdoor courtyard, Chapter provides a creative environment for corporate hire and private functions. The venue is renowned for its cutting-edge programming in film, theatre, visual arts and digital media, making it an inspiring setting for events that require a creative edge.
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