Swansea's much-anticipated brand new 3,500-seater arena opens its doors in March 2022.
Many had a first glance inside the state-of-the-art brand new venue through two warm-up events, which saw the likes of Trampolene and Properina among the first bands to play there, while the honour of having the first headline act to entertain audiences goes to Liverpudlian comedian John Bishop, with his eighth stand-up show Right Here, Right Now (Tuesday, March 15)
Here we've compiled a guide with the essentials you need to know about a night out at Swansea Arena to make sure everything runs to plan - from where to park to the cost of a pint.
READ MORE: First look inside the new Swansea Arena after a walk to Copr Bay across the golden bridge
How to get there
Swansea Arena is easily accessible by car via the M4. Use junction 47 if you are heading from the Carmarthen direction or junction 42 if you are coming from the London or Cardiff direction.
It can be found at the following address: Oystermouth Road, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea, SA1 3BX.
The arena is a 15-minute walk from Swansea train station. If you are travelling in by bus, the nearest stop to the arena is located at The Quadrant.
Where to park
There are several car parks located within close proximity of the Arena, including two brand-new purpose-built car parks, located either side of the Oystermouth Road. You can find a full breakdown of car parks by clicking here.
Where to eat
The Green Room Restaurant and Bar has been built a stone's throw away from the arena and will be the most convenient location to go for a bite to eat before heading into the arena.
The venue is being run by Swansea siblings Ryan and Lucy Hole, who also own The Secret Bar and Kitchen on Swansea beach and Castellamare Italian restaurant in Mumbles.
It is expected to open in late-March/early-April.
The Copr Bay district will also feature a frozen-yoghurt cafe, a sweet shop and Korean fried chicken restaurant, which will be based along Cupid Way and due to open early summer.
Outlining what the new venues will offer, a spokesman for Swansea Council previously said: “Frozziyo Frozen Yoghurt will allow customers to help themselves to a range of flavoured frozen yoghurt from self-service machines and a wide range of toppings and sauces.
“It will be led by Katharine Partner, who is also managing director of Swansea-based Rock the Dragon – a dance shop and nationwide merchandise business. Imperial Candy will provide customers with a wide range of sweet treats and will be headed up by local businessman Ammar Alabtah, who also owns Imperial Desserts in Swansea’s High Street.
“KoKoDoo Korean Fried Chicken is an award-winning franchise launched in London in 2006, offering a range of fresh, Korean-inspired fried chicken dishes and sides. It will be led by Graham Baister, who is also director of Swansea-based Sweet Footwear Ltd and Oak & Hyde Boots.”
There are of course, countless culinary options in close proximity to the arena, along the Marina and Wind Street areas. And you might get some inspiration from our guide to the best restaurants in Swansea.
How much do drinks cost?
Pints
Budweiser, Bud Light or Magners - £5 (half pint £3.50)
Shipwreck - £5.50 (half pint £4)
Bottles
Doom Bar - £5
Magners Dark Fruit - £5
Gower Gold - £5
Gower Light - £3
Stella Artois 0% - £3
Wine
White (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc) - 175ml between £7 and £10, 250ml between £8 and £11, bottle between £17 and £19
Rose (Zinfandel, Pinot Blush) - 175ml between £7 and £8, 250ml between £8 and £9, bottle between £17 and £19.
Red: (Merlot, Malbec) - 175ml between £7 and £8, 250ml between £8 and £9, bottle between £17 and £19
A 125ml glass is also available, on request.
Champagne
Vitelli Prosecco - £7 for a 125ml glass, or £27 for the bottle.
Vitelli Rose Prosecco - £8 for a 125ml glass, or £30 for the bottle.
Moet Chandon - £60 (bottle).
Spirits
Absolut, Beefeater, Aviation Gin, Barcardi, Jack Daniel's and Penderyn are all available.
These range from £5.50 to £6.50 for a 25ml serving, between £7 and £8 for a 50ml serving, and between £8 and £9 for a 50ml serving with mixer.
Mixers available included Britvic Orange Juice 200ml and Britvic Ginger Ale 200ml, for £2 each, Pepsi Max for £1.29, 7-Up Free for £1.20, Tonic for £1.20 or Fever-Tree Tonic for £2.
Soft drinks
Pepsi, Pepsi Max, Lemonade and Tango Orange sugar-free - pint (£2.80 - £2.90) half pint (£2.20 to £2.30)
Bottled water, J2O orange and passionfruit - between £2.50 and £3.20.
The seating plan
Depending on which event you go to, seating is split up into various different sections at the arena.
To the back is the rear circle, and then as you head towards the stage, there is the front circle, then the rear stalls, then the front stalls. There's also corporate hospitality packages and spaces designated for wheelchair users and carers.
How to book tickets
The Swansea Arena website has full listings of all of the upcoming shows, which can be accessed by clicking here.
Once you select the show you want to go and watch, you will be directed to the ATG ticketing website, which will then instruct you to pick your seat, and complete payment for your purchase.
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