Cricket in Cardiff
Nat West Series One Day Cricket International
SWALEC Stadium
24th August 2012

Friends Life t20 Finals Day
SWALEC Stadium
25th August 2012

Cardiff, capital of Wales welcomes the 2012 International England v South Africa and the Friends Life t20 Finals Day to the City.

The NatWest One –Day International between England and South Africa is being played at the SWALEC Stadium (www.glamorgancricket.com) on Friday 24th August 2012 at 10.15.

On Saturday 25th August 2012 the prestigious Friends Life t20 Finals Day comes to SWALEC Stadium (www.glamorgancricket.com) in Cardiff for the first time. Similar to previous years, spectators will be able to see 3 games on the same day – 2 semi-finals followed by the final. Starting at 11.00 am. 

Getting here

Cardiff, Wales' capital is situated in South Wales, and is easy to reach from anywhere in the UK or overseas. Just two hours away from the centre of London by rail or road and only an hour and a half’s drive away from Heathrow, Cardiff is accessible whether you plan to get here by car, plane, bus or ferry.

Glamorgan Cricket have been in discussion with the major train operators to ensure that additional late night train services will operate upon completion of the Friends Life t20 Final (expected finish of around 9.45pm). Further details will be posted very shortly.

Find out more of getting to Cardiff here or see the bottom of the page for useful travel contacts.

Accommodation

Demand for accommodation in the city is going to be very high as there are a number of other large events going on in Cardiff this weekend.

Whether you're looking for a luxurious five-star hotel, cosy guest house, or a room on a budget, Cardiff has plenty of choice - and most hotels and B&Bs are only a short walk from the city's visitor attractions, shops and train station.

Search for the different types of accommodation available in Cardiff - from welcoming guest houses and quirky boutique hotels to self-catering apartments and budget hostels using the search function on the right hand side of this page. Or by clicking here.

Because of the demand on availability you may like to explore our surrounding areas and regions by booking accommodation outside the city. South Wales is highly accessible with the M4 providing a fast route between Cardiff to Newport in the east and Swansea to the west, as well as good public transport connections.

There is availability at some hotels in the Swansea and Newport areas. Please click here for availability at special rates.

Vale of Glamorgan

The Vale of Glamorgan, just to the west of the city boasts a variety of accommodation, from 5* hotels to cosy B&Bs and farm houses. Home to the beautiful seaside resort of Penarth and the historic town of Cowbridge, the area has good rail links, bus services and an accessible road network.

Newport

Newport is less than 30 minutes by train from Cardiff with trains running every 15-20 minutes to Cardiff Central. (please note that the last train leaving Cardiff for Newport is at 23.20pm). It takes approximately 25 minutes via car on the M4 motorway heading westbound. Buses run every 30  minutes from Newport to Cardiff. No 30 route via the A48 through St Mellons or the X30 for the direct route via the M4.

The Valleys

The A470 heading north means the dramatic landscapes of the Valleys are also within easy reach. Key rail links connect Cardiff to Valleys, with lines running to Merthyr Tydfil, Tredegar, Ebbw Vale and Abergavenny.

Swansea

Swansea is less than 1 hour by train from Cardiff with trains running every 15 minutes from Swansea to Cardiff Central. It takes approximately 50 minutes via car on the M4 motorway heading eastbound.

You can search for available accommodation within South Wales on the Visit Wales website. Click here to enter your search criteria.

Bristol

Bristol is less than 1 hour by train from Cardiff with direct trains running every 30 minutes from Bristol Temple Meads (City Centre) and every hour from Bristol Parkway (North).  It takes approximately 1 hour by car via the Severn Bridge (toll - £5.70 - increasing to £6.00 1st January 2012). To search for accommodation in Bristol click here.

Getting Around

Cardiff is a very compact city and can easily be explored on foot, with the majority of the attractions, shops, restaurants, hotels and parklands all within a few minutes of each other. Find out more on getting around Cardiff here. 

Food & Drink

Cardiff has a growing reputation for dining, with visitors being spoilt for choice. As well as local Welsh flavours, Cardiff has some of Wales' and the UK's best international restaurants.

Going out in Cardiff has never been better, which a huge choice of pubs and bars, there's something for everyone. Cosy traditional pubs, funky bars and great nightclubs give Cardiff a social scene that is world- renowned. Search where to eat & drink here.

Useful travel contacts