The Location
Readers & Rebels will take place at ICC Wales, Newport, a world-class convention centre set against beautiful woodland and just off Junction 24 of the M4.
Newport is one of South Wales’ best-connected cities, making it easy for readers, authors, publishers, and bookish businesses to join us from across Wales, England, and beyond. ICC Wales is around 12 minutes from Newport Train Station, 95 minutes from London Paddington by train, and less than an hour from both Cardiff and Bristol airports.
Why Newport?
Newport is a city rich with history, creativity, and Welsh culture. Visitors can explore Tredegar House, Newport Market, Caerleon Roman Fortress, Newport Transporter Bridge, and the beautiful Newport Wetlands Reserve.
For us, Newport is the perfect home for Readers & Rebels: accessible, full of character, and rooted in the kind of community spirit this event is built on.
ICC Wales has over 2,000 on-site parking spaces, with parking available to pre-book or pay for on the day. The venue is also easy to reach by taxi or public transport from Newport city centre and Newport Train Station.
Venue:
ICC Wales, The Coldra, Newport, South Wales, NP18 1HQ.
Getting Here
Making a weekend of it? Readers & Rebels attendees will have plenty of accommodation options, from the luxury of Celtic Manor Resort right next door to budget-friendly hotels in Newport city centre. We have some discounted hotels available for the stay, and will send out more information soon.
Accommodation
Readers & Rebels is committed to creating an inclusive event experience. ICC Wales offers accessible facilities throughout, and we’ll also be providing dedicated quiet spaces and essential companion support.
There are 20 underground car parking spaces available for disabled visitors to ICC Wales. These spaces are strictly for blue badge holders only and are subject to availability.
Fully accessible toilets for men and women are located on every level. There is also a Changing Places toilet located on the ground floor with a height adjustable adult-sized changing bench and a tracking hoist system. There is adequate space in the changing area for the person who needs it and up to two carers and a centrally placed toilet with room either side.
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Please let us know your requirements when booking tickets, and we’ll make sure everything is arranged for you.
Accessibility
Food & Drink
A range of food and drink options will be available on-site throughout the day, with further details to come.