Palace Theatre, Swansea, Wales
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Mr Lego
N 51° 37.652 W 003° 56.499
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Swansea's Palace Theatre, is located on the North end of High street, & is easily recognisable by its odd Wedge Shape.
Waymark Code: WMCWNX
Location: South Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/19/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member tiki-4
Views: 11

The Palace Theatre is a building located between the junctions of High Street, Prince of Wales Road, & Bethesda Street, giving its distinctive Triangular shape.

To view its unique shape On Google Maps or Earth use the
Zip / Post Code SA1 1NE

Originally built in 1888 as a traditional music hall, the building's original name was 'The Pavilion'. During its lifetime, the building has been used as a bingo hall as well as a nightclub.

The 3 sided, protected, Grade II Listed building is one of just two purpose-built music halls left standing in the whole of the UK.


Iris Gowers book, 'Act of Love' began Chapter One outside Swansea’s Palace Theatre.


The Theatre is currently disused, as can be witnessed by the trees growing out of the roof.
In July 2007 the theatre was put up for sale & is still up for sale.
Building Address:
Palace Theatre
186 High Street
Swansea, Wales Swansea
SA1 1NE


Is it open to the general public?: no

When was it built? (Approximate if you must.): 01/01/1888

What is the name of this building?: Palace Theatre

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