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Eclectic rock-friendly venue that hosted early Stereophonics shows among others.

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  1. BBC News - Toucan Fire (news article)The Toucan Club has been destroyed by fire

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ADDRESS10 St Mary Street, Cardiff
YEARS ACTIVE1988 - 1999

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