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%

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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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LEEDS CARIBBEAN And AFRICAN CENTRE

Leeds › ChapeltownBe first to review

Caribbean and African cultural centre.

Leeds › BurmantoftsBe first to review

Irish centre with pop, DJ, world music tributes.

Leeds › Burley / Hyde ParkBe first to review

Progressive space for creativity and culture.

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5,904

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Millennium Square Leeds

Leeds › Leeds city centreBe first to review

Leeds outdoor square for rock and pop events.

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Morley Rugby Club

Leeds › MorleyBe first to review

Rugby club with function room hire.

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150

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Nation of Shopkeepers

Leeds › City CentreBe first to review

indie and live music venue in Leeds

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Northern Guitars Bar

Leeds › City CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

City Centre's monday-night free open mic at **Northern Guitars Bar** — full backline, in-house sound engineer, walk-

Leeds › Call LaneBe first to review

Leeds live music and club venue.

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Prince of Wales

OssettBe first to review

Huddersfield pub with live entertainment.

Leeds › ArmleyBe first to review

Leeds venue for DJ and electronic events.

Leeds › RoundhayBe first to review

700-acre park with outdoor pop concerts.

Leeds › Hyde ParkBe first to review

Cellar bar beneath Royal Park Hotel.

Leeds › City CentreBe first to review

indie and live music venue in Leeds

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Six Poor Folk

KnaresboroughBe first to review

Knaresborough gallery bar with events.

Leeds › Leeds University Union, WoodhouseBe first to review

Leeds University Union live events venue.

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Temple Newsam

Leeds › Halton / East LeedsBe first to review

Tudor house for multi-genre festivals.

Leeds › Hunslet & RiversideBe first to review

Sheaf Street attic venue for rock and pop.

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The Backroom

Leeds › City CentreBe first to review

Leeds backroom for rock, alt and pop.

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The Black Horse Wakefield

WakefieldBe first to review

Award-winning Westgate pub (Est. 1818) in Wakefield's Civic Quarter — live vocalists every Saturday and a country &#

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The Chemic Tavern

Leeds › Woodhouse, LeedsBe first to review

Historic Woodhouse community pub in Leeds with folk sessions, open mic and live music seven nights a week.

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The Chemic Tavern

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The Chemic Tavern

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The Cherry Tree Horbury

Wakefield › HorburyBe first to review

Horbury pub with open mic, live bands and acoustic sessions four nights a week.

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The Counting House

WakefieldBe first to review

Wakefield venue with live music and 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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