There's always something special happening at Borders Cardiff, and we offer a wide range of facilities for hosting events and clubs of all kinds:
- Book Signings
Borders Cardiff has been host to some of the biggest name book signings in the UK, including Jodie Picoult, Delia Smith, John Barrowman, Evander Holyfield, Chris Moyles, Jason Donovan and many others.
- Book Groups & Hobby Clubs
Regular book groups and clubs meet in Borders Cardiff, either by taking advantage of our conference room or by meeting informally in Starbucks.
- Courses & Classes
Adult learning and skills workshops, including Welsh Language taster classes.
- Free to Hire Conference Room
Our fabulous conference room overlooking the Morgan Arcade offers a quiet, more formal setting away from the hustle and bustle of the store.
- Quiz Nights
We hold regular evening quizzes on the first floor in Starbucks, with prizes galore to be won!
If you'd like to book an event at Borders Cardiff, or simply find out what's on and when, you can contact our events team—John Widdop and Marcus Clarke—at supervisor.cardiff@borders.co.uk, or by telephone on (029) 20 387 909.
Book Group - Join Nick Shepley every other Friday at 6pm in Starbucks for our fortnightly Borders Book Group. Everyone welcome! Currently reading: When I forgot by Elina Hirvonen.
Parent and Toddler Group - Every Wednesday morning, at 10.30am in Starbucks. It's absolutely free and there's no need to book in advance. A great way to meet other parents and perfect for pre-schoolers- join us for stories and colouring in. A different theme each week!
Knitting Group - Join our Knitting Group, at 6.30pm in Starbucks, every second and fourth Thursday of every month.
Storytime - Every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm in the Children's Department. Take a break from shopping and join us for a story and linked art activity. Suitable for any child aged 11 and under. Totally free and you don't have to book in advance. Check out the blackboard in store for the weekend's story or see below for special storytimes.
