Need new study spots? Here are a few places to try!
While the SU building does provide the ultimate, completely free space to study, sometimes you just want to spice it up a bit with a new place, and possibly get a steaming cup of coffee while you’re at it. If you are looking for new, cute corners in Cardiff for your next study session- this one’s for you!
BIG MOOSE COFFEE CO.
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9.30-4.30 pm; Sun 10-3.30 pm.
Tucked in the corner of the alley next to Boots, this cute coffee shop offers you a quiet place in the city centre to study, with loads of options for a light meal or a drink.
Big Moose Coffee Co. also works with the Big Moose Charity organization which aids people suffering from poor mental health and works to prevent suicide and homelessness- definitely a worthy cause to support.
ATMA LOUNGE
If you’re looking for new cute corners in Cardiff for your next study session — this one’s for you.”
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11-5 pm.
If you want a super chill spot, Atma Lounge might be the perfect fit! With loads of sofas to sit on, calm music and mouth-watering, cheap, completely vegan food- it is definitely worth a visit. Whether you are looking for a full meal, such as their delicious Thali platter, a sweet treat, or a nice cup of chai - Atma Lounge has it all. Atma Lounge is also a charity, working to fight against hunger by providing free meals to those in need.
BLWM
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 pm; Sat-Sun 9:00-4:00 pm.
If you want to get slightly away from the student masses and don’t mind the small walk, Blwm, situated along the way from Cathays towards Roath, is a cosy little gem with amazing drinks such as their incredible rose hot chocolate, as well as delicious treats.
MEC COFFEE
Mon-Fri 8-3 pm; Sat-Sun 9-4 pm; Bank holidays 9-4 pm
If you are a big coffee person, Mec coffee offers steaming cups full of the good stuff - for those who really have the sense for it. While the place is quite small, it has some seats right by the window which with the natural light gives off a great vibe. If you stick for more than an hour, you may request another item, but it is definitely a good location for a study session.