North Bar

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor

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North Bar

24 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NU
01132424540
  • Monday11:00am - 1:00am
  • Tuesday11:00am - 1:00am
  • Wednesday11:00am - 2:00am
  • Thursday11:00am - 2:00am
  • Friday11:00am - 2:00am
  • Saturday11:00am - 2:00am
  • Sunday12:00pm - 12:00am

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

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North Bar is one of Leeds’ more intimate drinking dens, but what it lacks in square footage it makes up for in drinks, with a huge range of craft ales. With over twenty years in the business, they could well be the first craft beer bar in the UK.

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