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Carmel Smickersgill, Tours & Activities Editor
via Leeds Inspired

Kirkstall is one of the more exciting areas of Leeds at the moment, with an ever growing food and drinks scene. A stylish addition to this evolving area is Archive, a coffee house and events space right on Kirkstall Road. Offering a speciality coffee menu and a brunch any creative would be happy with, this thoughtfully designed light and open space hosts regular craft fairs, vintage pop ups and exhibitions. They also have a well stocked bar and stay serving well into the evening.

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Telephone: 07444710139 Visit Now

Opening Hours

  • Monday10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Tuesday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday10:00am - 9:00pm
  • Thursday10:00am - 9:00pm
  • Friday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Sunday10:00am - 5:00pm

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

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