About Wharf Chambers
- Bar/
Cafe - Live music
Wharf Chambers in Leeds stands out as a bar and café run by a workers’ co-operative, housed in a Victorian-era former pork pie factory on the edge of The Calls. This members-only club fosters an inclusive, laid-back vibe where diversity thrives under a strict 'no bullies, no fascists' policy. Membership is open to nearly everyone, with a 48-hour wait after applying to ensure a welcoming space free from gatecrashers.
Affordable drinks flow at the bar amid simple stools and sofas, creating an unpretentious haven. Highlights include live music gigs, club nights, art events, film screenings, workshops, and queer-focused parties like Dirt Dykes. As a multi-use venue, it hosts eclectic happenings from spoken word to fundraisers, drawing a mix of left-leaning locals and visitors. Wheelchair accessible via the back door, Wharf Chambers embodies authentic community spirit and cultural vibrancy in central Leeds.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 17:00 – 00:00
- Tuesday
- 17:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 01:00
- Thursday · today
- 17:00 – 01:00
- Friday
- 17:00 – 02:00
- Saturday
- 15:00 – 02:00
- Sunday
- 15:00 – 22:00
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