Cornerstone Cardiff.
Your biggest, brightest Cardiff city centre venue for unforgettable events.
About Cornerstone
Cornerstone is a restored Grade II listed venue in the heart of Cardiff, opened in 2016 and designed to host a wide range of events with ease and character.
With a grand main hall, licensed bar, stage, outdoor patio and on-site kitchens, it’s a flexible space for everything from private celebrations and fundraisers to corporate events, performances and wedding receptions.
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Cornerstone is a restored Grade II listed building in the heart of Cardiff, centred around a striking grand hall with capacity for up to 200 guests.
With a licensed bar, stage, outdoor patio and on-site kitchens, the venue is designed to adapt easily to different event styles, layouts and timings.
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Menus are bespoke, professionally delivered and planned around your event, from formal dining and tasting menus to relaxed sharing food, canapés and evening catering. Dietary requirements are fully accommodated.
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Situated in Cardiff city centre, Cornerstone is easy to reach for local and visiting guests.
Its central location, clear access points and self-contained layout make arrival, hosting and departure straightforward for both private and corporate events.
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Cornerstone is managed by the same team that delivers the food and service on the day.
That means fewer handovers, clearer communication and a smoother planning process from initial enquiry through to your event itself.
Events at Cornerstone
From large-scale galas to intimate performances, we can host any kind of event in our numerous spaces within Cornerstone - here are a few of our most popular event types.
Events & fundraisers
Ideal for charity events, private parties, performances and community gatherings with space to scale up or down.
Corporate & conferences
A practical, well-located venue for meetings, conferences and business events, with multiple spaces and full catering support.
Private & VIP dining
An intimate dining room for smaller, hosted experiences, tastings and special occasions.
TESTIMONIAL
We received so many compliments throughout the day and afterwards about the venue, the stunning food and mostly about the team. We've been trying to think of another reason to book Cornerstone. We're missing it already!
Sara & Wayne
Explore the venue
Cornerstone is made up of several distinct spaces, each offering flexibility, character and clear capacity for different types of events.
The Great Hall Dewi Sant
The centrepiece of Cornerstone and its largest space. With a high vaulted ceiling, full-depth stage and integrated AV, the Great Hall is ideal for conferences, gala dinners, wedding receptions and large-scale celebrations.
❖ CAPACITY: UP TO 220 THEATRE STYLE / 160 SEATED / 140 WITH DANCE FLOOR
Jane Hodge Hall
A bright, open hall located at the rear of the complex, well suited to community events, exhibitions, meetings and flexible dining layouts. It connects directly to the David Neville Gallery, allowing events to flow across spaces.
❖ CAPACITY: UP TO 220 THEATRE STYLE
David Neville Gallery
A mezzanine-level space overlooking the hall below, offering a relaxed setting for smaller gatherings or more formal sit-down arrangements. Includes access to a glazed conference room for private meetings.
❖ CAPACITY: UP TO 30 GUESTS
Private dining room
An intimate, softly furnished space designed for hosted dining experiences. Ideal for private dinners, tastings and small celebrations, with dedicated at-table service from the Spiros team.
❖ CAPACITY: UP TO 12 GUESTS
The Lounge
The lounge works well for private dining, one-to-one conversations or as a quiet retreat away from the main event, with flexible layouts to suit everything from seated discussions to casual drinks and networking.
❖ CAPACITY: UP TO 50 GUESTS
Outdoor areas
Cornerstone’s outdoor areas provide a welcome extension to the venue, offering space for guests to step outside, gather informally or enjoy a quieter moment during events. Furnished with tables and chairs, they work well for drinks receptions, breakout moments or relaxed conversation.
Weddings at Cornerstone
Cornerstone is a flexible, city-centre venue for wedding receptions and celebrations, with space to host up to 220 guests in the Great Hall and smaller rooms available for more intimate dining.
The venue is fully licensed, with on-site kitchens, a licensed bar and experienced event managers to oversee the day. Everything happens under one roof, making planning simpler and the flow of the day more relaxed.
As the in-house caterers, we design bespoke wedding menus to suit your style - from formal dining to sharing food, bowl service or evening catering - with private tastings available to help shape the details.
Ready to celebrate?
If you’re thinking about Cornerstone for your event, we’d love to talk through dates, spaces and what you have in mind.
Cornerstone FAQs
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The Great Hall can host up to 220 guests theatre-style or up to 160 seated for dining. Smaller rooms are available for more intimate gatherings, starting from 16 guests.
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Yes, the venue is fully licensed and includes a licensed bar.
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Absolutely! We’re happy to arrange a viewing so you can explore the spaces and discuss layouts, catering and availability.
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Yes. Cornerstone offers step-free access, lift access between floors and accessible facilities throughout the venue, so all our guests can be comfortable and move easily between spaces.