The Old Red Bus Station

Sadie Pearson

If you want a venue which has it all, The Old Red Bus Station is it.

Far from its previous life as a Leeds Bus Station, Old Red boasts an eclectic resumé. This industrial-chic bar utilises its multiple dance floors as a live music venue, offers vegan comfort food from Cantina, as well as functioning as an artistic gallery space. It is no surprise that it has become a hipster hotspot.

If that isn’t enough, however, make sure to browse their shop for merch and prints – visible proof that you, too, know the local favourite.

102-104 Vicar LaneLeedsLS2 7NL View map
Telephone: 01133451661 Visit Now

Opening Hours

  • Wednesday4:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Thursday4:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Friday4:00pm - 4:00am
  • Saturday1:00pm - 4:00am

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

What's on near The Old Red Bus Station

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Sound Out Leeds 2024/25

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