Canary

Bar

#2 of 86 Pub venues in Cultural Quarter
#2 of 198 Private Party venues in Leeds
  27 reviews  – 
The Dockside, Leeds, LS10 1EG
Cultural Quarter, Leeds
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Venue overview

Dockside bar in a converted shipping container at Leeds Dock, featuring rooftop seating and regular live performances. Ideal for private parties with its PA system, BYO DJ option, and waterside views.

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Spaces for hire at Canary

The Nest
Event Space
·
Private space
30 seats
60 standing
Planning a special event? Look no further than ‘The Nest,’ our exclusive first-floor space perfect for private parties and events. With options to add the upstairs terrace or take over the entire venue, we offer curated food, drink, and entertainment packages tailored for unforgettable Christmas parties, birthday celebrations, and more. Nested in ...

Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Full Venue
Bar
·
Whole venue
140 seats
240 standing
Nested in the heart of the iconic Leeds Dock, The Canary is the perfect spot for your next private event. Covering everything from corporate events right through to birthday parties and even weddings, this two storey venue provides a cosy yet large space with unparalleled views of the Dock. Designed with an industrial yet warm vibe, The Canary of...

Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Festive Buffet – The Nest

£30 per person

To be shared family style
Bhajis and pakoras platter with layered indian style dip (ve)
Deep-fried mozzarella, parsley crumb and cranberry sauce (v)
Deep fried buttermilk turkey tenderstrips, southern style
seasoning (ve available)
Roasted carrots and parsnips, sprouts, with garlic butter and
rosemary (v, ve available)
Deck the fries!
Skin on fries, gravy, parmesan, rosemary salt, crackling &
parsley
Mac and cheese, tray baked (v)
Made with four cheeses
Pigs in blankets, maple glaze (gf)
Bone gravy
(ve available on request)
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.5
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
8 recent guests rated this venue at 4.6
Amenities
4.5
Cleanliness
4.8
Location
4.6
Service quality
4.3
Value for money
4.4
Catering
4.2
Communication
4.5
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DS
David S.
Verified review
Pub · 30 guests · May 2026 · The Nest
Everything - staff were helpful, it was really relaxed, really good value, great service both before the event and during. We would love to come back and do an event here again.
5.0
JH
James H.
Verified review
Pub · 20 guests · October 2025 · The Nest
The location is great - by the water with lots of natural light. The staff were very friendly and helpful (managed to fix my tricky Spotify problems).
4.6
LA
Lauren A.
Verified review
Minimum Spend · 40 guests · September 2025 · The Nest
Great venue, food was also good and the staff were generally friendly.
The venue said they would provide decks but when we arrived they hadn't brought the right cables and so we had no music for the first hour, until our friend went home and got his cables!
4.1
GL
Geoff L.
Verified review
Outdoor Space · 35 guests · July 2025 · The Nest
We booked the Nest at Canary for a private work event. You have the upstairs bar and adjoining terrace. It was perfect for our number of 35 and it can accommodate more. The staff were great from start to finish, through booking to the end of the event. We had the large buffet menu, which was varied and catered for all tastes. A decent variety of drinks. The water taxi stops right outside. I recommend it wholeheartedly. It's also a regular bar for anyone and I will definitely now be including it in my Leeds bar rotation. Many thanks.
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Thursday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£4000 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £4000 min. spend
Friday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£8500 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £8500 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£10000 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £3000 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£5000 min. spend
The Nest
11:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 240
standing
Up to 140
seats
In-house catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Canary

Canary is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Canary Bar is a bar, kitchen and hidden gem situated on Leeds Dock. Boating impressive, picturesque waterfront views, Canary Bar offers a cosy, inviting and electric atmosphere that makes every visit a worthwhile experience.

Canary Bar’s drinks menu features a variety of options for everyone - if locally brewed beers, spirits and signature cocktails are your style, the bar has got you covered with only the best from like-minded local brands whilst our in-house kitchen serves up a wide variety of dishes.

If sports is more your thing, Canary has you covered. As the premier sports bar at Leeds Dock, Canary boasts three premium HD screens to bring you all the action from rugby, Formula 1, boxing and all the major football games.

Love Canary Bar so much that you want it all to yourself? We don’t blame you - with its industrial yet warm atmosphere, indoor and outdoor seating, heated terraces and dockside views, it’s got everything you want and need. The good news is, you can have it all to yourself, or part of it, with Canary’s private bookings options.

Planning a special event? Look no further than ‘The Nest,’ our exclusive first-floor space perfect for private parties and events. With options to add the upstairs terrace or take over the entire venue, we offer curated food, drink, and entertainment packages tailored for unforgettable Christmas parties, birthday celebrations, and more.

So, whether you’re booking a table, the entire venue, or just dropping by, Canary Bar promises an energetic, warm and welcoming experience every time. So come down, join the fun and discover Leeds Dock’s most vibrant bar and kitchen.

FAQ

No, you cannot bring any stock onto the site because the venue does not have a licence for external catering of any sort.

Yes, the venue has ample glassware available.

The chicken is halal; the other meat is not.

Yes, the space is fully accessible, and there is a lift to the second floor too!

Yes, you are welcome to bring your own decorations for the space.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Canary, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking is available on-site

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Canary:

  • The Nest hosting 35 guests: £1500
  • Full Venue hosting 180 guests: £8000

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Canary is located at The Dockside, in Cultural Quarter, Leeds.

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