Explore a vibrant community garden hub offering free access to green spaces, growing activities, workshops, and family-friendly events in the heart of Cardiff.

Railway Gardens is a green community hub and garden located in Splott, Cardiff, designed as a welcoming space for families, friends, and neighbours to learn, grow, play, and share together. The venue offers free entry and features a variety of outdoor activities including food and growing experiences, with the Boneyard Cafe on-site serving refreshments. Visitors can enjoy regular programmes and special events, volunteer opportunities to get involved in community gardening, and workshops that teach new skills related to food growing and sustainability. The gardens are suitable for all ages from 0+, making it an ideal destination for families with young children. The space is pushchair-friendly and dog-friendly, ensuring accessibility for visitors of all needs. Beyond traditional park activities, Railway Gardens functions as a community gathering space where visitors can simply pop in for tea with friends, attend wellbeing sessions, or explore the various community initiatives. The venue also available for hire for private events and parties, and features a community noticeboard for sharing local information. With its focus on community engagement, environmental education, and inclusive access, Railway Gardens offers families a meaningful outdoor experience that combines recreation with learning and social connection.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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oluwafemi Ibidunni

4 months ago

It is wonderful experience with people that I met very caring and lovely

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James Chudy

6 months ago

Railway Gardens is one of those places that just feels good to be in. It’s relaxed, welcoming and genuinely community-focused. Lentil curry and vegan brownie from the cafe are delicious and really cheap. A hidden gem in Cardiff.

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Ally

a year ago

-Great venue -Nice staff -Awesome talks

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Anita Cook

a year ago

Lovely and amazing community space. ❤️ Opening times and activities on webpage and fb. Monthly community market 😍

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David Richards

3 years ago

You have just got to go there. Really creative place lovely people and great choice of Toast and Toppings.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026