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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The Cricketers Arms

Wakefield › HorburyBe first to review

Wakefield pub with live entertainment.

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the den

HarrogateBe first to review

Intimate live music bar on Cambridge Road.

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The Domino Club

LeedsBe first to review

Hidden 1920s speakeasy in Leeds' Grand Arcade with live jazz, blues, funk and soul every night.

Leeds › UniversityBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Leeds's Monday-night free open mic at 161 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 3ED — student-area pub, full backline, in-house engine

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The Fenton

HuddersfieldBe first to review

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

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The Fox And Newt

Leeds › 9 Burley StreetBe first to review

Pub with ambient and world music.

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The Grove Inn

Leeds › HolbeckBe first to review

PA Backline

Traditional multi-room layout with live music.

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The Grove Inn

HuddersfieldBe first to review

Independent Huddersfield free house with a weekly traditional Irish session

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The Grove Inn

Doncaster › HolbeckBe first to review

Historic Holbeck pub with a folk club running since the 1960s

Leeds › City CentreBe first to review

Award-winning Leeds basement club for soul, funk, jazz, indie and live music

Leeds › Neville StBe first to review

Leeds pub with live entertainment.

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The Hop

WakefieldBe first to review

Wakefield pub with live music.

HarrogateBe first to review

Harrogate cocktail bar, lounge and club with live music

WakefieldBe first to review

Wakefield live music lounge.

Leeds › Merrion Street, city centreBe first to review

450-cap alternative venue and nightclub.

Harrogate › BiltonBe first to review

Family-friendly Harrogate pub with live music.

Leeds › WoodhouseBe first to review

PA Engineer

Leeds venue with grunge and tribute acts.

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The New Conservatory

LeedsBe first to review

Leeds restaurant and bar with live events.

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The Pack Horse

Leeds › WoodhouseBe first to review

Hyde Park's thursday-night free open mic at **The Pack Horse** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-min

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The Red Shed - Wakefield Labour Club

WakefieldBe first to review

Wakefield Labour Club with live music.

Leeds › Hyde Park, LeedsBe first to review

Leeds pub with live music events.

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The Ship Inn

Leeds › 71 BriggateBe first to review

Leeds pub with live music.

Harrogate › City CentreBe first to review

indie and live music venue in Harrogate

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The Terrace, Dewsbury

DewsburyBe first to review

Intimate 100-cap live music and club venue in Dewsbury

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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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