Leeds Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Leeds

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Leeds?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Leeds, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Q: Which Leeds venues provide full backline?

6 of 84 Leeds venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 43 provide at least a PA system. 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

84 grassroots music venues across Leeds. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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84 Venues in Leeds

84 Venues 43 With PA 6 Full Backline 6 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Leeds has 84 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 43 provide a PA system, 6 offer full backline, and 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Leeds

43 provide a PA system · 6 offer full backline
6 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Leeds Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 84 grassroots venues across Leeds. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Leeds

51%

PA Provided

43 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

6 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

6 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

38%

Medium

40%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

49%

PA Only

44%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Leeds? GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues across Leeds. 51% provide a PA system and 7% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Leeds venues provide equipment? 6 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Leeds venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Leeds venue directory, updated daily.

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Cross Belgrave Street rooftop and live room.

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Bramham Park

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Working country estate hosting major festivals.

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400

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Brudenell Social Club

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Rock and live music venue in Harrogate

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Big Farnley bingo club with live entertainment nights.

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Calder And Hops

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Wakefield pub on Northgate.

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Cardigan Arms

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Grade II-listed Victorian pub with weekly live music and open mic.

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City Varieties Music Hall

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Historic Victorian music hall since 1865.

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120

Counting House

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Converted bank building on Westgate with live music.

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Crossgates Recreation Hall

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Private members club with function room.

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Crowd of Favours

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Harper Street bar with craft beer and events.

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Devonshire Tap House

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Independent High Harrogate ale house with Wednesday live music.

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Leeds pub with live music calendar.

Leeds › New Craven GateBe first to review

Leeds rehearsal, recording and live-events studio.

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Elliotts Bar

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Wakefield bar with live music.

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Foundry Project

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Harrogate bar with live music.

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Hales Bar

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Harrogate bar with events and live music.

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Harewood House

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Yorkshire country house with outdoor concerts.

Leeds › Leeds city centreBe first to review

Multi-floor venue on The Headrow.

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Howard Assembly Room

Leeds › New BriggateBe first to review

Lovingly restored Victorian concert hall in central Leeds, run by Opera North

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Hyde Park's Tuesday-night free open mic at 27-29 Headingley Lane, LS6 1BL — café-bar / arts space, PA + guitar amp +

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Leeds Beckett Students' Union

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University union venue for rock and indie.

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Leeds Beckett University

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University campus with live events.

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Leeds Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Leeds?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Leeds, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Which Leeds venues provide full backline?

6 of 84 Leeds venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 43 provide at least a PA system. 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Leeds's grassroots venues?

Of the 50 Leeds venues with known capacity: 19 are small (under 150), 20 are medium (150–499), and 11 are large (500+). The majority of Leeds’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Leeds venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Leeds venue. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music, EPK, or social profiles. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.

Are there open mics in Leeds?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Leeds, which lists weekly open mic nights with backline, day, and fee filters. Open mics are the main pathway from bedroom to stage for most grassroots artists. See also our guide on getting gigs in the UK.

What genres do Leeds venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Leeds’s 84 grassroots venues are Rock, rock, acoustic, indie, Pop. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Leeds venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Leeds by band size and venue type. Door splits are common at smaller venues; flat fees are more typical at mid-size rooms. The Musicians’ Union publishes recommended minimums.

Can I list my Leeds venue for free?

Yes. Submissions are free, take 2 minutes, and are verified within 48 hours. Once approved, claim your listing to self-edit your profile and manage bookings. Venues with a PRS licence can also list their music policy.

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