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The Fenton

Independent Leeds pub with gigs and open mics in the upstairs room

Venue at a glance The Fenton · Huddersfield
~200
Capacity
standingmedium
Varies
Live music
flexibleper week
–
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Rock
Books
originals+3 more
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory
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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

The Fenton — Quick Facts

Independent Leeds pub with gigs and open mics in the upstairs room

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The Details

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Capacity~200 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew–
Sound limiter–
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes

Where

The Fenton 161-165 Woodhouse Lane
Huddersfield
Huddersfield LS2 3ED

Genres

Rock Indie Electronic Acoustic

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What's on Stage

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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Fenton

The Fenton is a grassroots music venue in Huddersfield, Huddersfield with a standing capacity of approximately 200. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Fenton books Rock, Indie, Electronic, Acoustic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Huddersfield venue directory.

The Fenton is an independently owned pub on Woodhouse Lane, sat between Leeds Beckett and the University of Leeds, with a long-standing reputation for grassroots gigs in its upstairs event room. Programming runs from open-mic nights and trivia during the week to occasional live bands spanning electronic to indie. It's a no-frills, craft-ale-led student favourite that's been a fixture of the Leeds live scene for years.

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161-165 Woodhouse Lane, Huddersfield, Huddersfield, LS2 3ED

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What's On at The Fenton

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Tue20:00
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Tue20:00
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Tue20:00
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
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Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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FreePA
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
Huddersfield
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Tue20:00
Open Mic — Tuesdays
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Common Questions

Seven things people ask about booking The Fenton.

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Huddersfield venues by backline.
The Fenton books Rock, Indie, Electronic, Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
Sign up free on GigXchange to view The Fenton’s booking contact, fee range, and submission process. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music or EPK. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.
The Fenton has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Huddersfield venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Fenton hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Huddersfield Open Mic Finder.
161-165 Woodhouse Lane, Huddersfield, Huddersfield, LS2 3ED. See the map below for directions. Browse more Huddersfield venues nearby.
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