The second round, referred to as the "Judges' Auditions", are held the following year during January and February, within a select set of cities (these have commonly included Cardiff, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London). They take place within a theatre or convention hall, whose venue is chosen primarily for having the necessary facilities for handling large volumes of contestants.
The second round, referred to as the "Judges' Auditions", are held annually during January and February, within a limited number of cities (notably Cardiff, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, and London). These events occur in a theatre or convention hall, chosen for its capacity to accommodate large volumes of contestants.