The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) has unveiled the newly refurbished Glamorgan Hall at the Royal Welsh Showground, completing a major improvement project to one of the venue’s largest and busiest exhibition spaces.
Spanning almost an acre, the Glamorgan Hall plays a key role in hosting trade stands, exhibitions, competitions and a variety of events throughout the year. Originally built in 1975 and previously known as the South Glamorgan Hall, the building has now been renamed following the completion of the extensive refurbishment programme.
Over the past year, the hall has undergone a significant transformation. Improvements include a complete roof replacement, new cladding on the southern elevation and the installation of large glass panels designed to bring significantly more natural light into the building.
The refurbishment has created a brighter and more welcoming environment for exhibitors and visitors, while the addition of new timber cladding on the gable end provides a contemporary appearance that complements the neighbouring Food Hall.
The project was made possible thanks to the fundraising efforts of the Glamorgan Feature County of 2023, whose work has helped create a lasting legacy for the Royal Welsh Showground. The Society has paid tribute to the Glamorgan team, led by 2023 President, Mr John Homfray FRAgS, for their dedication and commitment to delivering the project.
RWAS Chief Executive, Aled Rhys Jones, said:
“We’re really pleased with the refurbishment – it feels like a completely new building. So many people have commented on how impressive it looks, and we’re incredibly grateful to the team at Glamorgan whose fundraising efforts made this possible.
“The Glamorgan Hall is such a versatile space, ideal for trade shows, exhibitions and a wide range of events, with excellent facilities and ample parking. I’d also like to thank our Estate Manager, Andrew Crockett, who has overseen the project and ensured everything was completed in time for this year’s show, together with our contractors, J A Morgan Construction and Vanguard Roofing, our Quantity Surveyors, CQS Solutions, and Planning Consultants, B P & Ltd.”
John Homfray FRAgS, President of the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society in 2023, added:
“Our Feature County year was driven by a desire to deliver two significant projects; the refurbishment of the Glamorgan Hall and the launch of the Rural Leadership Programme.
“The unique Royal Welsh system, which empowers and supports Feature Counties to deliver lasting projects, is a wonderful motivator. We worked tirelessly throughout our Feature County year and the proceeding planning and fundraising years to help bring these ambitions to life, and are immensely proud of what has been achieved.”
The completion of the refurbishment marks another significant investment in the future of the Royal Welsh Showground, one of the UK’s leading agricultural and events venues.
The RWAS says the project reflects its ongoing commitment to ensuring the showground continues to evolve and meet the needs of exhibitors, visitors and event organisers for generations to come.
Thousands of visitors will get their first opportunity to experience the upgraded facility when the transformed Glamorgan Hall makes its full debut at the 2026 Royal Welsh Show.
