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Full Venue at Canary

Bar
·
Whole venue
The Dockside, Leeds, LS10 1EG –
Cultural Quarter, Leeds
Up to 140
seats
Up to 240
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Canary is a compact bar converted from a shipping container, defined by its intimate, booth-oriented footprint.

Design: The interior combines corrugated metal walls and warm timber floors arranged around snug booth seating. The lighting is warm and pendant fixtures hang over wooden tables while large glazed openings admit natural light.

Features: The venue has a staffed bar serving cocktails, beer and wine alongside a kitchen producing small plates and mains. The venue provides a PA system and speakers, TVs, Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, and allows guests to play their own music or bring a DJ. The premises include outdoor seating, a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair-accessible layout and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Local social groups and small friend circles seeking a relaxed, informal evening of seated meals or standing drinks.

What sets it apart: A rooftop terrace provides an open-air extension for socialising and views.

What guests say: The space is cosy and comfortable. The space benefits from friendly, welcoming staff and a well-managed interior temperature.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £8500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £8500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 240
Dining
up to 140

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
European cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking is available on-site
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

External catering is not permitted
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(27 reviews and ratings - )

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JL
Jack L.
Verified review
Very poor communication
Didn't respond
1.0
ML
Marc L.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
GG
Gillian G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Canary

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