With its grand Palladian front and magnificent parkland surrounds, Llanrumney Hall couldn’t look more out of place among the post-war council houses that shelter in its shadow. To the uninitiated, it looks as if the man who built the estate decided to give himself the lion’s share of the land and materials but the hall's story goes back long before the houses that surround it today, including a link to one of history's most famous pirate legends.
For those who grew up in the Cardiff suburb, the historic building no doubt has a special place in their hearts, particularly for those who work in the Llanrumney Hall Community Trust. Since spring 2019, the hall has been open for business as a multi-purpose community hub helping those from across the area.
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