Plan your Take That parking before Cardiff gets busy
Thousands of fans will be heading into Cardiff for an unforgettable night of hits. Major stadium concerts also bring strict city-centre road closures, busy multi-storey car parks, and long queues, so choosing and booking your parking before you travel can make the whole day easier.
- The four Front Row Parking sites below range from premium university-side spaces to a scenic riverside walk.
- Choose around your arrival route, preferred walking time, facilities, and journey home.
- Every listed site operates on a strict pre-booked basis and can sell out before the event.
1. Maindy Road Car Park (CF24 4HQ)
If your priority is getting into the stadium quickly and avoiding the tightest city-centre traffic after the show, Maindy Road is an excellent premium option. It sits north of the university area, outside the immediate city-centre road closures, with a straightforward walk to the stadium.
- Price: £30
- Opening time: 2:30 PM. Do not arrive earlier because you may risk a council fine.
- Closing time: 90 minutes after the concert ends
- Walk to Principality Stadium: around 15 to 20 minutes
- There are no toilet facilities at this site and bookings are non-refundable.
2. Colum Drive Car Park (CF10 3EU)
Colum Drive combines strong accessibility with an attractive walk through Cardiff's university grounds. Its earlier opening time gives you time for lunch or a pre-show drink before walking past Cathays Park and into the city-centre atmosphere.
- Price: £30
- Opening time: 1:00 PM
- Closing time: 90 minutes after the concert ends
- Walk to Principality Stadium: around 15 to 20 minutes
- Spaces are limited and this premium location can sell out well in advance.
3. Canton Rugby Club
Positioned west of the city centre, Canton Rugby Club is a popular choice for drivers arriving from the west or south. It offers a useful balance of affordability and convenience, with a lively community setting and a short walk over the river to Principality Stadium.
- Price: £30
- Opening time: 1:00 PM
- Closing time: 90 minutes after the concert ends
- Walk to Principality Stadium: around 15 to 20 minutes
- On-site toilet facilities are available before you walk to the stadium.
4. Llandaff Rugby Club (CF5 2AZ)
Llandaff Rugby Club is ideal if you want to avoid the city-centre traffic and enjoy a more relaxed arrival. From The Old Mill on Western Avenue, the scenic 30-minute walk follows Pontcanna Fields and the River Taff directly toward the stadium.
- Price: £30
- Opening time: 1:00 PM
- Closing time: 90 minutes after the concert ends
- Walk to Principality Stadium: around 30 minutes via Pontcanna Fields
- On-site toilets are available at the clubhouse.
- Driver tip: you cannot turn right into the club from the A48 when approaching from the east. Pass Cardiff Metropolitan University, use the left filter for Mill Lane, loop around the traffic lights, return westbound on the A48, and use the entrance on your left.
Pro tips for Take That parking in Cardiff
A little preparation will help you avoid the most common event-day delays and keep your parking booking easy to manage.
- Book early: all four sites have limited capacity and operate on a strict pre-booked basis.
- Create an account at checkout: this lets you change your vehicle registration later for free if your plans change.
- Observe opening times: arriving early, especially at Maindy Road, can block public roads or risk local traffic penalties.
- Keep your booking confirmation and site directions easy to access before you set off.
