71 Briggate · Grassroots

The Ship Inn

Q: What genres does The Ship Inn book?

The Ship Inn books Covers, Acoustic, Rock, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Leeds pub with live music.

Venue at a glance The Ship Inn · Leeds

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Capacity

standinggrassroots

2 nights

Live music

Tue · Satper week

19:30

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Covers

Books

originals+3 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

The Ship Inn — Quick Facts

Leeds pub with live music.

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The Details

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Capacity–

Live nightsTue, Sat

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

The Ship Inn Queens Arcade
71 Briggate
Leeds LS1 6LH

Genres

Covers Acoustic Rock Pop

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About The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn is a grassroots music venue in 71 Briggate, Leeds. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

The Ship Inn books Covers, Acoustic, Rock, Pop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Leeds venue directory.

The Ship Inn is a historic, traditional pub tucked away next to Queens Arcade off Briggate in central Leeds, with records dating back to the 1750s. Its cosy interior of dark wood panelling, brass fittings and nautical memorabilia pairs local ales (Black Sheep, Kirkstall) with classic British pub fare. It's a dependable grassroots music spot: live music every Saturday from 9pm and a weekly open-mic night on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm, showcasing local talent in an intimate, hidden-gem setting.

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Queens Arcade, 71 Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6LH

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What equipment does The Ship Inn provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Leeds venue directory.

What genres does The Ship Inn book?

The Ship Inn books Covers, Acoustic, Rock, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at The Ship Inn?

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What is the capacity of The Ship Inn?

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Does The Ship Inn have open mic nights?

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Where is The Ship Inn?

Queens Arcade, 71 Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6LH. See the map below for directions. Browse more Leeds venues nearby.

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