Top events @ Academy Events
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Kids Christmas Party 2025
(from £11.00
Sun, 21st Dec 2025 @ 18:00 - 19:30 |
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Forever George: A George Michael tribute
(from £16.50
Fri, 30th Jan 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:00 |
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Based in Barry, Academy Espresso Bar is situated in a wonderful grade II listed building formerly a working pumphouse that powered the Barry Dock gates at the once thriving dock yard.
As well as serving outstanding coffee, food and cocktails, Academy Espresso Bar hosts a variety of events with live music sessions, craft workshops and venue hire at the exclusive Underground basement bar.
Situated in the basement of Academy Espresso Bar, Underground is the perfect venue to hold your special event. Whether it's a birthday, an anniversary, an engagement or a corporate event, Underground is definitely 'the place'. An intimate and relaxed atmosphere that incorporates many of the Academy industrial design features with a 'jazz club basement' feel.
297 is a rooftop cocktail bar located on the top floor of Goodsheds. Table reservations are available online and the venue can be privately hired for special occasions.
Sun, 21st Dec 2025 @ 18:00 - 19:30
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Fri, 23rd Jan 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:00
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Fri, 30th Jan 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:00
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Sat, 14th Feb 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:00
Buy Your Ticket| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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| Monday | 9:00 | 22:00 | 297 closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 | 22:00 | 297 closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 | 23:00 | 297 from 4pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 | 23:00 | 297 from 4pm |
| Friday | 9:00 | 23:00 | 297 from 2pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 | 23:00 | 297 from midday |
| Sunday | 9:00 | 18:00 | 297 from midday |
Address
Academy Events, Academy Espresso Bar/297, Hood Road, CF62 5BE
Area
Wales
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
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| Underground function room | Private Room | 35 | 60 | £250.00 | - | - | |
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Situated in the basement of Academy Espresso Bar, Barry, Underground is the perfect venue to hold your special event. Whether it's a birthday, an anniversary, an engagement or a corporate event, Underground is definitely 'the place'. An intimate and relaxed atmosphere that incorporates many of the Academy industrial design features with a 'jazz club basement' feel. |
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| 297 Cocktail Bar | Rooftop | 60 | 60 | £250.00 | - | 2000-3000 | |
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Barry’s only rooftop bar, serving the finest cocktails, wines, beers and a small plates menu. You can find Academy 297 on the rooftop of the Goodsheds. Experience relaxed vibes, sunsets with a drink in hand, maybe the occasional roof top party, all whilst taking in fantastic views. 297 can be exclusively hired 7 days a week for your event. You'll get full use of the entire venue for up to 60 guests, a fully stocked bar and food available to order. Minimum spend applies. Really wow your guests and book your special occasion at 297. Enquire now for availability and pricing. |
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
