Glamorgan Building, Grade I listed university building in Cathays Park, Cardiff, Wales.
The Glamorgan Building is a substantial office structure in Cathays Park distinguished by its symmetrical facade featuring seven bays and a central portico. It is supported by prominent white Corinthian columns that define its classical appearance along the avenue.
The building was completed in 1912 and initially served as the administrative seat of Glamorgan County Council before shifting roles following local government reorganizations. Cardiff University acquired the structure in 1997 and continues to use it for academic purposes.
Two statues by Albert Hodge stand at the entrance representing mining and maritime heritage of the Glamorgan region. These figures tell the story of the area's economic past and remain visible markers of its industrial roots.
The building sits prominently on King Edward VII Avenue within Cathays Park, a cluster of important structures that makes it easy to locate. Visitors should expect occasional access restrictions since the building remains in active use for university operations.
Inside, the original council chamber has been preserved, transporting visitors back to an early twentieth-century government meeting space. This room displays architectural details characteristic of Welsh administrative buildings from that era.
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