Top Wake Venues in Cardiff
When arranging funeral wake venues in Cardiff, finding a comfortable, well-located space where family and friends can gather matters most. From welcoming function rooms near Roath to private suites close to Llandaff and the city centre, you’ll find venues suited to intimate gatherings or larger receptions. Simple planning, clear details, and spaces that allow everyone to come together with care. Take a moment to explore the options and choose a setting that feels right.
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from £100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Inside & Viewing Deck
145 guestsLo LoungeCardiffLLisa K.
“They would hard all night. Location was great over looking the bay. Would highly recommend booking this venue.” -
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Room
80 guestsO'Neill's St Mary Street CardiffCardiff CentreDDamian G.
“What I liked about the place we rented was the great location, fantastic atmosphere, and friendly staff.” -
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPARTY AND EVENT VENUE
60 guestsDNC BARCardiff Centre#Supervenue
BBella H.
“The venue was a great size, places to sit down, could connect to the speaker” -
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRockpools Dining Area
30 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff BayCardiffHHelena K.
“28 of us celebrated a special birthday at the rock pool area. Food and drinks were lovely.” -
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
12 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff CentralCardiff Centre#Supervenue
IIwan S.
“Great little space, set off from the main restaurant. Worked great for our family celebration.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Greenhouse
22 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff CentralCardiff Centre#Supervenue
MMaggie N.
“Great private dinning space which allowed us to be comfortable with our mixed group which included toddlers.” -
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsGaucho CardiffCardiff CentrePrivate Dining Room is a Dining Room in Gaucho Cardiff centred on a single long dining arrangement that provides an enclosed, mood-lit space for private meals.
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from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBigger Eating Area
50 guestsWow Lounge CardiffCardiff CentreBigger Eating Area is a Dining Room in Wow Lounge Cardiff defined by bold, high-backed upholstered chairs that characterise its private dining corner. Design: The room pairs patterned tropical wallpaper and pendant lighting
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from £20
per person / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Venue
80 guestsOcean Park ArenaCardiff OutskirtsA huge outdoor space equivalent to approximately one full-size football pitch, ideal for corporate sports days, team challenges, inflatables, summer parties, BBQs and large-scale outdoor activities.
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from £100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityVictoria Suite
20 guestsHilton CardiffCardiff CentreNamed after the iconic Victoria Park in the Canton district of Cardiff, this versatile room is perfect for small meetings, demonstrations, screenings and so much more!
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from £8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTop Floor Restaurant
120 guestsGaucho CardiffCardiff CentreAscend to the Top Floor Restaurant at Gaucho Cardiff, where an industrial design meets cultural artistry, creating an atmosphere of dark glamour. This space is the perfect backdrop for a range of occasions, from working lunches
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from £10000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFull Venue Exclusive Hire
230 guestsGaucho CardiffCardiff CentreThe top floor at Gaucho Cardiff offers a versatile space for both intimate soirées and grand celebrations. Two private dining rooms provide intimacy for smaller gatherings, while the spacious dining area caters to groups
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FAQs about Top Wake Venues in Cardiff
Booking costs of funeral wake venues average £400 hire fee per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Cardiff, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £100 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
| From £300 | to £8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £45 | per person |
You'll find funeral wake venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Cardiff, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £8000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 180 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cardiff, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Upstairs Room at O'Neill's St Mary Street Cardiff
on 85-87 St Mary St, Cardiff - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘What I liked about the place we rented was the great location, fantastic atmosphere, and friendly staff.’ -
Full Venue Exclusive Hire at Gaucho Cardiff
on 19 The Hayes St David's Centre - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: It's the perfect backdrop for various occasions, from working lunches and afternoon drinks to evening dining. The top floor at Gaucho Cardiff offers a versatile space for both intimate soirées and grand celebrations. -
Private Dining Room at The Botanist Cardiff Central
on 5 Church Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great little space, set off from the main restaurant.’
Cheap funeral wake venues in Cardiff start from £100 hire fee per day or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Main Inside & Viewing Deck at Lo Lounge, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 145 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Location was great over looking the bay. Would highly recommend booking this venue.’ -
PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR, from £15 per person (up to 60 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘So responsive in messages before hand, very accommodating, great price for what you get...’ -
Full Venue at Sip And Salt, Cardiff, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 54 guests seated)
Venue said: A well-designed dining space & a lively bar, so you get the best of both. There are wooden ceiling beams, soft pendant lighting, and comfortable seating that make it feel welcoming straight away.
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