Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court Listings

Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court Listings

View Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court listings, daily hearings, cases, address, contact details and opening hours at The Law Courts, Glebeland Place, CF47 8BH.

Court Listings for Today

Tuesday, 23rd June 2026

14 Cases Listed

Daily Listings Summary for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court

The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 14 cases listed for hearing at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court.

Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 11:30, 14:00, 15:00, 15:30.

Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.

Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.

Public court listings confirm that a hearing will take place at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court beginning at 11:30 in courtroom 7. The defendant scheduled to appear is *****, Jamie, bearing case reference number 620409726. Observers are reminded that they may be asked to leave if the court moves into closed session.
The court schedule confirms that Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court will hear a matter at 15:00 in courtroom 8. The person appearing as defendant is recorded as *******, Tydfil. Hot and cold beverages are available from the cafeteria on the ground floor.
The advertised schedule for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court shows a matter listed for hearing at 09:30 in court 6. According to official records, the defendant in this case is ******, Alan, bearing case reference number 620209826. Note-taking by members of the public gallery is generally permitted.
Based on official court lists and local court reporter observations, a case is scheduled at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court for 15:30 in court 2. The individual whose attendance has been required for this hearing is identified in the court records as ******, David, bearing case reference number 620430926. All visitors to the court building are subject to security checks upon entry.
A court sitting has been arranged at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court with the matter due to be called at 11:00 in courtroom 3. The defendant appearing in this matter is ******, Rhys, bearing case reference number 520246626. Members of the public attending court are requested to maintain silence during proceedings.
Court administration records indicate that Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court has listed a matter for 15:30 to be heard in court 8. The person due to appear before the bench is *******, Tudful. Solicitors and barristers should robe in the designated areas provided.
The court diary for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court includes a listing commencing at 11:30 which has been allocated to courtroom 5. Court records identify the individual due to appear as *****, William, bearing case reference number 620100326. Visitors to the court are reminded that photography and recording are strictly prohibited within court premises.
Court schedules published this morning confirm that a hearing will proceed at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court from 15:30 onwards in courtroom 4. The individual whose name appears on the official listing is ******, Chad, bearing case reference number 620905824. Appropriate dress is required for all persons entering the courtroom.
The published court schedule includes a matter listed for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court at 14:00 which will be heard in courtroom number 9. According to the court listing, the person expected to appear is ********, Harvey, bearing case reference number 630051326. Whilst court hearings are generally open to the public, the presiding judge retains the authority to restrict access if circumstances require.
The judiciary schedule for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court indicates a hearing at 09:00 which will be held in courtroom 8. The individual due to appear as defendant is *********, Tom, bearing case reference number 620081226. Legal practitioners should ensure all documentation is filed with the court prior to the hearing.
Documentation from the court listing office indicates that proceedings involving ******, Rhys will take place at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court, bearing case reference number 620269826. The hearing has been scheduled for 11:00 in Courtroom 5. Interpreters have been arranged where language assistance has been requested.
Her Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service records show that a hearing has been scheduled at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court for 14:00 today in courtroom 8. The defendant listed for this appearance is ******, Rhys, bearing case reference number 520189026. Court users are advised to arrive at least thirty minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.
Court records indicate that a legal matter is scheduled to be heard at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court with the session expected to begin at 10:00 and the proceedings will be conducted in court 4. The defendant who has been listed for this court appearance is recorded as ******, Macauley, bearing case reference number 610770825. Attendees should be aware that court schedules can sometimes be subject to last-minute alterations.
Information displayed on the court screens at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court shows a hearing listed for 15:00 in courtroom 6. The person named in the court records for this matter is ****, Eltayib, bearing case reference number 620984225. Security screening is in operation at all court building entrances.
⚠️ Important Notice: Court listings are subject to change at short notice. Hearing times may be amended by the court. Please verify all details with the court directly before attending.

Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court Listings

Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court sits within the Merthyr Tydfil Combined Court Centre at The Law Courts, Glebeland Place, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8BH. Built in 1977 in a modernist style, this venue combines Crown Court, County Court and Magistrates’ Court functions under one roof, serving the South Wales Valleys and the wider Cynon, Taff and Rhymney areas. Our daily cause list mirrors the official HMCTS publication, giving solicitors, barristers, defendants, witnesses, journalists and members of the public a fast way to check today’s and tomorrow’s hearings before attending court.

The Crown Court at Merthyr Tydfil hears indictable-only and either-way criminal cases committed for trial or sentence from local magistrates’ courts across Merthyr Tydfil, Aberdare, Pontypridd and the surrounding boroughs. Typical matters listed here include serious assault, drug supply, robbery, sexual offences, fraud, dangerous driving causing death, appeals against magistrates’ decisions and Proceeds of Crime Act confiscation hearings. Updated Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court listings are published the working day before each sitting, usually by 4pm.

Court Address & Contact Details

  • Address: The Law Courts, Glebeland Place, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8BH
  • Crown Court email: [email protected]
  • County Court email: [email protected]
  • Magistrates’ enquiries: 0330 808 4407 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm)
  • Welsh language helpline: 0300 303 5178
  • Pay a fine: 0300 123 9252

Opening Hours

  • Telephone enquiries: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
  • Public counter: 10:00am – 2:00pm (urgent applications by prior appointment)
  • Closed: Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays

Getting to Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court

The court is located in the centre of Merthyr Tydfil, a short walk from the main shopping area and key transport links, making it accessible from across Rhondda Cynon Taf, Caerphilly and Cardiff.

  • By train: Merthyr Tydfil railway station is approximately 5 minutes on foot from the court, with direct Transport for Wales services to Cardiff Central.
  • By bus: Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station is adjacent to the railway station and served by Stagecoach South Wales routes covering Aberdare, Brecon, Tredegar and the Heads of the Valleys.
  • By car: Easily reached via the A470 from Cardiff and the A465 Heads of the Valleys road. There is no on-site parking; the nearest public car park is Castle Street, around 400 metres from the building.
  • Accessibility: Step-free access throughout, a lift to first-floor courtrooms, a hearing loop system and lanyards available on request. Disabled parking is provided at Castle Street car park.

Cases Heard at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court

As a Combined Court Centre, the venue deals with a broad mix of jurisdictions, but the Crown Court list typically includes:

  • Plea and trial preparation hearings (PTPH)
  • Jury trials for indictable offences
  • Sentencing hearings committed from the magistrates’ court
  • Appeals against conviction and sentence
  • Confiscation and POCA hearings
  • Bail applications and case management hearings

Facilities at the Court

  • Hearing loop system for the hard of hearing
  • Lift access to first-floor courtrooms
  • Baby-changing facilities
  • Prayer and quiet room
  • Vending machines for hot and cold drinks and cold snacks
  • Witness Service support on 0300 332 1000

A Brief History of Merthyr Tydfil Law Courts

Before the present building opened in 1977, quarter sessions for Merthyr Tydfil were held in the council chamber at Merthyr Tydfil Town Hall from 1910 onwards. The reorganisation of the courts under the Courts Act 1971 saw quarter sessions abolished and replaced by the modern Crown Court, with the purpose-built Glebeland Place complex constructed to house Crown, County and Magistrates’ business together — a configuration that continues to serve the borough today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court listings for today or tomorrow?

You can view the latest Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court cases on this page. Daily cause lists are published by HMCTS the working day before each hearing, usually by 4pm, and updated here as soon as they are released.

Where is Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court located?

The court is at The Law Courts, Glebeland Place, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8BH, in the town centre and within walking distance of Merthyr Tydfil railway and bus stations.

What is the phone number for Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court?

For Crown Court enquiries, email [email protected]. General magistrates’ enquiries are handled on 0330 808 4407, and a Welsh language line is available on 0300 303 5178.

Is there parking at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court?

No, there is no on-site parking. The closest public car park is Castle Street, approximately 400 metres from the court building, which also offers disabled parking spaces.

What types of cases are heard at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court?

The Crown Court hears serious criminal cases including trials on indictment, sentencing committals from the magistrates’ court, appeals, and confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Can hearings be observed by the public?

Yes. Most Crown Court hearings are open to the public. You can simply attend on the day, or check the listings here in advance to find the courtroom and time.