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What is the building? The Pierhead helped Wales forge its identity through water and fire in the late nineteenth century; today its aim is to inform, involve and inspire a new generation to forge a Wales for the future. It is an event and conference venue to complement the work of the Senedd.
The Pierhead Building (Welsh: Adeilad y Pierhead) is a Grade I listed building in Cardiff Bay, Wales. It was built in 1897 as the headquarters for the Bute Dock Company. The Pierhead Building is part of the estate of the Senedd (Welsh Parliament; Welsh: Senedd Cymru), which also includes the Senedd building and Tŷ Hywel.
The Pierhead is a unique visitor, events and conference venue for the people of Wales; a space to express opinions and give voice to issues that matter to you as individuals, communities or organisations. Built in 1897, this Grade I listed building was originally the headquarters of the Cardiff Railway Company, replacing the original Bute Dock ...
A historic Grade One listed building. 0300 200 6565 pierhead.org. The Pierhead helped Wales forge its identity ‘through water and fire’ in the late nineteenth century. Today its aim is to inform, involve and inspire a new generation to forge a Wales for the future.
Pierhead Building. By 1890 Cardiff was the most important coal port in the world. The pierhead building (1896), designed in ‘chateau style’ by William Frame for the Bute Dock Company, became the nerve centre for the trading activity linking railways and shipping.
Feb 9, 2021 · A historic Grade One listed building featuring Wales’ very own Big Ben, the Pierhead is a unique visitor and events venue. As well as showcasing displays and interactive exhibitions, it also hosts meetings and conferences.
The Pierhead Building is a building in Cardiff, Wales, UK. It was designed by William Frame, built in 1897, and is owned by the National Assembly for Wales. It is one of Cardiff's most famous landmarks .
Mar 1, 2023 · It stands in the Bay between the Senedd and the Welsh Millennium Centre. This Grade I listed building was built in 1897 using distinctive and eye-catching glazed terracotta bricks. It was built as the headquarters for the Bute Dock Company. It was renamed as the Cardiff Railway Company in 1897.
Standing proudly in Cardiff bay, a beautiful building built in 1897, re-opened in 2010 as a Welsh history museum & the clock tower is unofficially named 'Little Ben' gorgeous architecture, wonderful Gargoyles & stunning detail in the lovely terracotta brick!
The Pierhead Building, by William Frame (1846-1906). 1896; restored and reopened in 2010 as a visitor and education centre for the Welsh National Assembly — a Grade I Listed Building. Red brick and terracotta.
