Armadilo is a bold new addition to Cardiff Bay – a beautifully curated lifestyle store on Wales Millennium Centre’s ground floor.
Affectionately nicknamed “the Armadillo” thanks to its distinctive curved, golden exterior, Wales Millennium Centre now celebrates that identity in style. This new retail space takes its name from the building itself, and if you look closely, you’ll spot playful nods to the Armadillo throughout the store design, even suspended from the ceiling.
But Armadilo is more than just a destination store. Every purchase helps fund the future. All profits go directly back into Wales Millennium Centre’s work, supporting young people, nurturing creative talent and ensuring the building remains a welcoming home for everyone in the community.
Designed to surprise and delight, this is not your typical gift shop. With pops of colour, tongue-in-cheek touches and an effortlessly stylish interior, Armadilo brings something truly fresh to the waterfront.
We went along to the official opening to take a look around the new store and meet up with the WMC Chief Commercial Officer LIZ MUNDAY. We also bumped into enthusiastic shoppers COLIN JACKSON, a true Welsh Olympic Hero, and his Casualty star sister SUZANNE PACKER.
From elevated homeware to contemporary jewellery, indulgent treats to unique gifts, every item in Armadilo has been carefully selected to inspire. The store features a diverse mix of premium brands and beautifully crafted pieces you won’t find on the high street – including a number of exclusive collaborations available only at Wales Millennium Centre:
- A bespoke-scented Armadilo candle, created by Florence Green
- Slate jewellery repurposed from the building’s own materials, by Tŷ Picl
- A striking risograph Cardiff print, featuring Wales Millennium Centre, by artist Charlotte Hepburn
Additional brands stocked include Hudson Blu, Earth and Elm, Ewemoo, The Pillow Drop, Abigail Ahern, Powder, Ask Mummy and Daddy, Melin Tregwnt, House of Marbles, Blue Iris Designs and many more, offering everything from interior accents to luxury pet accessories.
There’s nothing else like it on the waterfront. Visit Armadilo and experience the difference for yourself.
ARMADILLO is open daily from 10am – 5pm, with the exception of show days, where you can enjoy a bit of pre-show shopping until 7:30pm.
