Selwyn Samuel Centre & Lliedi Suite in Carmarthenshire

This place breaches defies the basic laws of hygiene. Cross contaminated cheese sandwich, had flakes of ham in it. The order being; a cheese sandwich for my vegetarian niece. In what universe is that acceptable? The staff, although very young, tried their best, but there was an older man who was constantly watching and fussing (but not helping) whilst talking to a couple of cronies. Furthermore, instead of making people nervous, why is he allowing his staff to wear long hair down and jewelry, when it is clearly stated against the basic hygiene rules. Where is the department of health and safety when you need them? The coffee, to put it bluntly is revolting, if I had the energy j would have complained, but, I felt sorry for the overworked and clearly underpaid and unhappy young staff. It's not their fault, it's the owners. He should be ashamed of himself, exploitation is alive and well. I strongly recommend he gets his act together because his lack of care, hygiene and substandard ingredients will be his downfall.

Stayed nearby for a few days to attend a function at this venue. There was food everywhere within the bar area. Cakes everywhere you turned, they were laid out on the bar to the point you couldn't put your drinks down while you ordered - we saw people dripping their alcohol over the cakes as they reached to grab the drinks. There was a stack of pot noodle on the bar - too much in your face. One of each flavour would be so much better. The staff hygiene was very poor while making sandwiches - my auntie specified she was looking for a vegetarian option - they said cheese, but continued to use the same gloves they'd been using to cut up the meats moments before. The food itself was cold - asked for wedges they were soggy and cold. The bacon was cold unless you made it first in line. A group of 6 of us tried the sunday roast - honestly it was the worst I've ever had. It was like care home food. Everything was clearly cheap and cheerful, all frozen foods, all was a mush and it was freezing!!! The gravy was the only thing keeping it warm. The other thing about the venue - posters everywhere, everywhere you turned there was a poster advertising food or some kind of deal. TOO MUCH! The whole place was tacky apart from the toilets- I'm not sure what that says. The staff were are very young but were all very capable, they didn't mess around, they were clearly trying their best to get things done. One man constantly followed all the other staff around telling them they were doing something wrong - which was enjoyment for us. I wouldn't go out of my way to attend this venue, unless there is a function on or an event within the impressive bowling hall. Also - was not very welsh, apart from a couple welsh cakes and local ales.

Was here for a xmas party. place was clean and tidy staff happy my only downside was not much choice of lager on tap that i liked would visit again.

Wow what a gem of a place! On Friday we were treated to an amazing tribute act at the monthly Tribute club. Neil Diamond performed hit after hit and 2 standing ovations were well deserved. On Saturday the Riverside was the perfect spot for a coffee and bacon roll after a coastal walk. The staff are so friendly. We returned on Sunday for the Carvery with 3 choices of Roast meats and an array of fresh vegetables and delicious gravy it was a real treat. The vegetarian in our party was very well catered for and a beautiful vegetable and cheese back was served and a separate serving of gravy accompanied the carvery veg and yorkshires. The Anyone Waiting team are always smart and polite and I will definatly be back.

We went here with friends and paid £10 each because the organiser did not realise that it was only £5 each until a certain date. However, this was fine, as it’s not a lot to pay for a night out.The tribute act were very good when they finally came on at about 9.30. We had been told the show was on from 7 - 10 pm, so were waiting a long time. We were told they had been caught in traffic. We all enjoyed ourselves, dancing to the music and said we would definitely go here again.

Fab well planned mothers day meal. The food was delicious.Excellent help from staff & great entertainment

Really tremendous day had at the Selwyn Samuel Centre today. For our Annual Dinner for Llanelli Blind Society, food was great, marvelous atmosphere well done to all involved

Attended an all day event for dance/drama. Venue altered the times of the booking and booked in another event. This caused no end of disruption to the majority. Arrived at venue to find a room which appeared as though it had never seen a hoover. Food and drinks being served in/on polystyrene and lack of staff. This all paled into significance when immediately as the show came to an end... some 30 minutes before we were due to vacate the room a staff member told the sound crew to cut the sound dead and tell all parents to wait outside for children as they needed to prepare for the next function. Immediately staff suddenly seemed to be in abundance and were wheeling tables and setting them up around people who had formed a que and were trying to leave the hall. Despite being asked twice to wait while the children were handed over to their parents the staff continued to bustle in trolleys of utensils, cutlery etc. What should have been a lovely ending to a show that children as young as 4 had worked so hard to produce it ended on a damp note as they were rushed out. Shame on you Selwyn centre.

This is a great place to hold an event. We attended an afternoon tea at the SSC yesterday and had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. The room had been decorated for the occasion and the food and entertainment were excellent. Well done to all the staff.

Attended for an event. Only one starter option with stale bed roll. One table was missed and recieved no starters until this was flagged up and the starters were recieved when every other table had finished theirs. Beef dinner was luke warm, flour still in the gravy and when asked for vinegar was told they had none on the premises. Two desert options, fudge cake or cheesecake. All cheesecakes were still so frozen they we're unedible and fudge cakes were cold. When asked if either were served with anything the server answered saying he didnt know! Just a complete waste of money.

Staff were good especially the tall boy but the owner is charging way too much! £10.50 for 3 jugs of squash for the kids is way too overpriced, 1 good member of staff that’s it.

Worked there myself while being touched up by management (male) very creepy asked me if I wanted to move in with him while being under 18! Do not go there

I have been to the Lliedi Suite for a Wedding Reception and also today went to the smaller function room for a gathering following a funeral.

I had a lovely evening out with my wife and children to the cafe. I was served by a lovely young and short blonde boy. We had coffee and a bacon roll. It was very nice and I highly recommend this place. Would indefinably visit again.

Habíamos hecho planes para alquilar el lugar para nuestra fiesta de bodas en la Suite Lliedi. Un número de semanas antes de la fiesta, el gerente nos informaron que iban a cambiarnos a una habitación más grande en el lugar, sin costo adicional, y sin suministro de un castillo hinchable y DJ gratis. Me dijeron que iban a establecer las tablas para que la habitación no parecía vacío, ya que sólo eran unos 100 clientes tener a la fiesta, y la sala puede albergar a 400. . . Habíamos hecho arreglos para usar 15 - 17 mesas. En el día había 40 mesas de juego, lo que significaba que cuando todos los huéspedes estaban allí, todos intentamos quedarnos juntos como el que creía que no iba a ser más los que lleguen. La planta no habían limpiado de la noche anterior, y los platos para el buffet estaban sucias, el DJ llegó tarde, el castillo hinchable sólo después de un gran número de personas se quejaron al director. El estado de los aseos eran deplorables, yo habría esperado más de un establecimiento, y que lo hizo peor era que había un letrero que decía que los inodoros estaban registramos cada hora, lo que es extremadamente dudosa.

The grandchildren had a birthday party at the venue, in a room at the back. Great location, nice big room for them to eat and play, entertainment bought in, and bouncy castle provided. certainly would use again

An excellent venue to hire a room for any occasion such as a Birthday/Engagement/Sporting evening. I attended a football celebration evening with guest speakers. The buffet food was excellent the bar staff and waitresses were great. Highly recommended

Organised a large meeting at the Selwyn Samuel for business. It was a nightmare from start to finish. The manager persistently called to demand full payment a month before the event even though this was not agreed. He apparently had 'Head Office in London' chasing him for full payment which was an outright lie as the business is registered in his name and based in Llanelli. He was rude, confrontational and threatening. Venue was filthy when we arrived and the food inedible. The waitress on shift was excellent and could not do enough. Will never, ever book this place again and have advised numerous organisations I work with to avoid at all costs!

It was awful from start to finish. The starter came it was like warm soup, the mains took an eternity to arrive when they did everyone had the wrong meat. Lots of meal where sent back cold mine was cold sent it back when we had it back it was still cold even the Yorkshire pudding was cold. The veg was cold and the gravy complained and was just told "sorry" . The desert came out eventually that was OK then the coffee which again was cold. It was a family meal for my nephew and his wife and children spoilt by the food. I felt so sorry for the waiter and waitress who were getting most of the complaints. When it came to paying the assistant manager came round and took our payment we said again about the food and she said she couldn't give us anything off our food as the manager wasn't there. We found out this was a lie as someone else complained and she went to speak to the manager and they didn't pay for their food. Disgusting would never go there again

Visited the centre last Saturday to see the Fortunes in concerts.Plenty of room despite the show being almost a sell out.Food available all evening and very little queing for drinks.A great night all round.

Top venue in Llanelli for entertainment and a great night out Paul and his staff are excellent food is available great acts I have seen there are the Valli boys Merseybeats It's a great venue for charity events

Went here for breakfast. It was the best we had ever had. Beats any other place in the area and the staff were very friendly too. Would highly recommend for anyone who wants a top class meal without having to take out a loan.

we were booked along with the marines band to sing at the center.we arrived to find the building almost hidden by the community center.inside was spacious with lots of room for the band choir and a large audience'altogeter a very nice place

I had a funeral service at the selwyn Samuel centre, the staff were all very helpful and were very kind and sincere for the families loss, they showed us where to go as we entered the door and ask what drinks we would like and checked on us every know and then to see if we were all okay and needed anything, they also provided tea, coffee and a variety of food for us all while we were there.

Went to two concerts here. The Searchers and Elkie Brookes. Wow. The staff couldn't do enough to make us feel relaxed and welcome. The food was amazing well presented and delicious. The atmosphere was electric and everyone had an awesome time. Thank you. Very very happy. Def

Had attended the selwyn to see the group marmalade. What a fantastic venue, all staff were so helpful, always smiling and polite. Atmosphere was great a great time was had by all our group. Because of these we decided to have our daughters christening there. Was brilliant and am so glad we did. Two members of staff on at the time they were so nice, the gentleman even ferried the men to local pub to watch the swans game as they had tried to get it on in the venue for us but couldn't. I'd definitely choose that location again. And also would attend the vets hosted by AW what lovely staff. Thank you all.

Me and a few friends went to the last show at the selwyn center and it was so good the staff were so helpfull they made everyone feel welcome and i cant wait for the next show thank you very much

Have attended both the foundations concert and the marmalade concert in recent months at the Selwyn Samuel Centre. Both concerts had a relaxed yet lively atmosphere as guests had the freedom to roam around while the performance was on. The arena itself was aesthetically appealing with the arrangement of the cabaret style tables. Both bars had a wide variety of products from pints to pimms and prosecco all of which were reasonably priced. The younger and older generations both enjoyed the night, the joes ice cream that was on offer and the variety of theatre favourites like hot dogs and popcorn. The staff throughout the night were pleasant, well presented, well mannered, friendly and professional. I was surprised t the fact that there were no dirty glasses or any rubbish on the tables the ought the night as staff had it covered removing it con hasn't with out being an interruption. I'm looking forward to returning to the venue for the searchers.

I came to the Selwyn as part of a group for a works do to watch the Marmalade show, and I must say My colleagues and I were extremely impressed, The drinks were cheap, The service was quick and very friendly. I enjoyed so much that we have all booked for The Searchers. The room looked very professional, I couldn't get over how big it was and I loved the screen in-front of which the band performed. It was really nice to see many others of a similar age able to have a really fun and safe night out. One member of staff even helped me to book a taxi. I would highly recommend the upcoming shows to anyone.

Had a thoroughly enjoyable evening with my friends watching 'The Marmalade' perform. The band and supporting acts were fantastic. The food and drink there was delightful, I particularly enjoyed a nice, refreshing glass of Pimms served by a very nice young man. All of the staff were polite and constantly smiling and the service was second to none. I would definitely recommend any of the Selwyn Samuel Centres future events.

A massive event and nothing went wrong. Was expecting. One or two moans . But was shocked with the level of service . Ten to a table and ten waiteresses .all food was delivered by the nod of the head and cleared the same way. Was told that this is the team that runs botanical gardens . A fantastic venue. Brilliantly trained staff and home made food . U can tell from the taste . Keep it up. Best decsion ever of the council to giv it to contractors .

I went to one of their concerts they were hosting and it was well organised! Me and my family were very impressed by the organisation of the arena, the staff was very helpful and professional by taking care of us and showing to where we were sitting. There were many things available for us and was easy to get. There was never a queue so that we could enjoy every bit of the concert. There was never a table that was full of rubbish there were groups of staff going around constantly asking if everything was good and they would collect any glasses or rubbish.

I have recently visited the Selwyn Samuel Centre to organise rooms for special events. Whilst organising, I could see through the windows on the doors which look into the kitchen where I could see food getting prepared homemade. Then, I could see that a delivery had arrived for the kitchen. Whilst the doors were opening and closing there was a lovely smell of beef that was cooking. I then decided to place an order for food after I done what I needed too. The food was superb and so tasty I enjoyed every bit of it. I highly recommend the Selwyn Samuel Centre.

I recently bought gold tickets to the selwyn Samuel centre to sit in the blue section to watch the fabulous entertaining band called the foundations. Everything about the night was superb for example the prices of drink, tickets and the general night was relatively cheap assuming they are a top band and served to the highest standard by the lovely well dressed bar staff. With this gold ticket I was able to dine in the highest quality hot buffet which was well presented and delicious( one of the best I've tasted). Our tables were spotless from inch to inch and we had waitress which were constantly asking if we needed anything but in a polite manner and how could you not give them a tip, they were fantastic. In the show we were fortunate to be entertaining for hours on end by the amazing tribute band and the foundations. Although the colossal band were around in the 1970s the people of the younger age category thoroughly enjoyed many songs which we performed especially the big track"buttercup". Around the centre,there were two bars which offered every drink on the planet, a pimms bar which was refreshing and joes ice cream which was delivered to us and the youngsters during the breaks. To conclude this event, I would highly recommend some of the later events coming up such as marmalade, Elkie brooks and the searchers. And if they are presented in the same way as the foundations I'm sure it will be packed and hopefully a regular thing in Llanelli town for us to have entertainment and enjoyment.

Went to this centre for a work event yesterday. Hard to find and to nowhere to park. OK inside and the view out of the window was lovely, but although the buffet food was acceptable, the only plates available were the size of saucers. It was as though they were worried about people being greedy and loading up too much - I found that quite insulting.Also most of the ladies toilets were blocked with water over the floor.

I visited the selwyn Samuel centre back in November after being recommended by my friend, the food was excellent value for money and from local suppliers and there was free wifi which made the experience even better. The staff were also very friendly and accommodating. However the choice of backing music could be improved to cater for all genres of music,

I visited the Selwyn Samuel Centre in December, just for a coffee, but feeling a bit peckish decided to stay for lunch,I must say the meal was excellent and staff warm and friendly, I have read some of the other reviews and have to say I strongly disagree with their comments, there are always teething problems when someone new takes over a business, but have to say they were not apparent to me

I had my wedding party at this venue and it was fantastic.everything was well organised.food was hot and delicious.all staff were very attentive.would definitely recommend.thanks to Paul and team

My daughter had returned from uni as a qualifide teacher so we had a little family get to gether to celebrate her return and success, the hot buffet was beautiful with lovely fresh salad and baked jacket potatoes. I couldnt fault the food one bit, even the grand kids ate it all! The staff were friendly and joined in with a laugh, really enjoyed, lovely place full of lovely people!

After hearing the Selwyn Samuel center had re-opened, I thought to give it a go. I was pleasantly suprised at the New cafe, opened next to the bowls hall. New funky style. Comfortable and welcoming. Flowers on every table. And the staff, well....so friendly. Always happy to help. Can hear them enjoying their jobs with laughter, not only between themselves, but with regular bowls players. Fresh coffee of all varieties, which I sip slowly watching the bowls matches as the blinds are pulled back. The food is lovely and freshly made. Large variety of sandwiches and cakes. As well as pub classics such at smothered chicken, cottage pie and faggots. I will be eating here for lunch as often as I can as I couldn't imagine anywhere as welcoming and relaxed.

We went back to the Selwyn Samuel Lliedi suite to enjoy a joint birthdaycelebration lunch for two older gentlemen who had invited over 40 guests. As we had been there before, and the food was always good, we were all looking forward to it.Oh dear. It has changed hands (i.e. the caterer is different) - and it was truly one of the worst meals we have eaten out anywhere. There was little if no choice of menu.First course was either juice (apple or orange) or tomato soup that was served in a mug...cup a soup???? My elderly relative commented that it was "disappointing". Little bread rolls were skewered on top of the mug. No side plates, just the mug's saucer. Salt & pepper were in the kind of packets you see on motorways or Wetherspoons. (Nothing against either of the latter, just didn't expect it here on such an occasion.)There were no serving spoons so when the vegetables eventually arrived for the main course, we used our useless soup spoons or dessert spoons.The main dish of roast beef was literally dumped on my place by a very unfriendly younger waitress who didn't offer it or utter a word; as I hadn't asked what the main course was, expecting a choice, this was a nasty surprise as I don't eat red meat - in any case, it was stone cold, on a cold plate and the roast potatoes were burned. When after a number of complaints we were eventually offered a choice of cold ham or chicken as swell as the beef, a number of guests who don't eat beef ordered the chicken. I asked if there was a sauce with the ham and the young waiter looked dumbfounded, as if I had asked for something unheard of. I ended up choosing chicken. The meal was due to begin at 1.30 and our main course of chicken eventually arrived at 2.45. What a pity it was inedible. The outside was cooked hard and the inside wasn't, with a touch of pink.....cooked too quickly...microwave job? Offering this to anyone, let alone elderly people, is dangerous and just isn't acceptable. The waitresses served extra vegetables - sadly all these were cold too.Some guests who had the beef said it was quite good, but that the roast potatoes were often burnt and cold.Sweets were a choice of cheesecake or Joe's ice cream which was served in cardboard cups.Were we at the cinema? Friends who ate the cheesecake found it very nice - indeed if it wasn't for the taste of Joe's ice cream (the best in the world as far as I am concerned) I would have tried to give my overall rating a half.Drinks from the bar were warm and flat. The white wine was warm and the red acceptable.It was most embarrassing for the gentleman who had booked the lunch to say the least. I hope that the caterer is honest enough to refund him in recognition of the shocking service provided.We most certainly would not return here unless dragged by wild horses - and they could be on the menu - if there was one on offer.It was a lovely event but a truly awful lunchtime experience. Please bring back the other caterers!

We visited the Lliedi Suite in the Selwyn Samuel centre on the recommendation of friends and they were not wrong. We were greeted by very friendly, smiling staff and shown to our table which was generously sized for the three of us. The choice of starters and mains were more than adequate and the vegetables that accompanied the main meal were numerous and cooked to perfection. There was also homemade gravy. The friendly waitress offered us more vegetables and gravy if needed. I counted 14 desserts on the sweet table a variety to suit all tastes followed by tea or coffee if having the three courses. If you are not local finding the Centre can be a bit of an outing but well worth the effort so much so that we made another booking on leaving

Super Welsh lunch, great welcome and good service.

It is the hub of the town part of the leisure centre complx with restraunt and holds exhibitions and special events

I've actually visited the Lliedi Suite (rear of Selwyn Samuel Centre behind the Leisure Centre - not an obvious find!) for many functions, and didn't realise that they did Sunday lunches on a walk-in basis until recently. Sunday lunches are served by friendly attentive young waiting staff, and it's nice to just sit down and have something brought to you, on a table with a white tablecloth, without having to have a table number....... the Lliedi Suite has a pleasant location with large windows looking over the adjacent parkland, so very nice and bright for lunch. For £8.95 you get three courses with a good range of choices for all. This last time I had Garlic Mushrooms for a starter, and OH had a good-old fashioned Prawn Cocktail. All very retro, which is fun. However, I was not madly keen on my mushrooms, and think the soup (which I have had several occasions) is probably the best bet. There are bread rolls provided. Main course was traditional with a choice of meats. While the portion of meat is not huge, the choice of vegetables is vast and well cooked. We had enough for 4 people, and were offered more of everything, which makes a change! There are also home-made sauces and condiments (eg apple mint etc) provided separately, along with a gravy boat brought to the table. It's very much in the old-fashioned style.Desserts are good and an excellent choice, with various pies, fruit crumbles, trifle and gateau offered. Most of the desserts are home-made, and they finish off your lunch nicely.All in all, the lunch deal here is a bit of a hidden gem, and it's a shame more people don't take advantage on a Sunday.