My favourite music venue in Leeds. Need I say more? As a hopefully esteemed Yelp scout, I guess I…read moreshould. The Brudenell is a small, intimate venue that has played host to some of the city, county and country's greatest bands. It was where Leeds favourites The Cribs chose to host Cribsmas, a special three-gig event where they played each of their albums in full with b-sides forming the encore. The support acts - Kaiser Chiefs, Franz Ferdinand and Kate Nash - sum up the attraction and character that the Headingley venue boasts. A number of bands - including the Kaisers - have lent their support to the Brudenell, which very nearly closed a few years ago. Thankfully it didn't and it remains one of the most charismatic concert halls that Leeds has to offer, hosting breaking acts including the likes of Girls (go listen) and Johnny Flynn (same again) in the next couple of months. For full listings, go to brudenellsocialclub.co.uk. In the meantime, just pop in for a pint. They always taste nice at the Brudenell.

The best sound system in Leeds. I love live music and constantly get frustrated by the poor sound…read morein almost every venue I go to. I saw Wooden Shjips here in April 2010 and it was fantastic. What's more, despite being sold out, it wasn't over-crowded, the bar staff were efficient and prices were reasonable. Plus there is another bar so you can get away from the loud music if you want to. There's also a cab firm close by so it's not too hard to get home. Highly recommended! Updated Just to add a few further words of praise. This venue consistently stands out as the best I know of in the UK. As other reviewers have said all the people who work here are really friendly and are a lot of fun. I've never seen any trouble inside and it made me realise that I've never seen a bouncer in there either although I'm sure they know how to cope if things do get heated. At the end of the headline band's set there is no hassle to leave like so many paces (O2 Academy, Cockpit). If you fancy another drink they are relaxed and that's cool. What a refreshing attitude. I've seen so many bands here and it's easily my favourite venue anywhere - so many great memories! The thing that says it all is that if I am hesitant about seeing a band but then discover they are playing at the Brudenell my mind is immediately made up and I go. Wish it was within walking distance of my house!

I'll try to order this review in an appropriate fashion, since this place has various guises -all…read moreof which I love. The Outlaws cafe: By day, this artfully decorated space defines relaxed. It's light and airy, given the huge windows, and the tables are spaciously laid out for groups, solo coffee drinkers, and couplets to arrange themselves. There are 60s style tables and chairs, low standing long wooden blocks, comfy cushioned benching, and groovy bar stools. Top tip: if you've a laptop, there are electric outlets abound to plug in, and naturally, free wifi. The back wall displays plentiful curious prints and paintings, there's wallpaper with pineapples on it, and even a tiled bit of wall that kids are welcomed to deface - Outlaws will even supply the pens. Delightful phrases such as 'Darwin Rules' and 'it's really hot today!' currently decorate the wall. To eat and drink, you have an array of hot drinks (the usual suspects) and a curious menu, offering up toasted sandwiches, home made stew, sushi (from Sushiboy) and salads. If you're more into cake, the bar has a myriad of gooey goodness. My personal recommendation is the spongy raspberry offering, whose name I do not know. Get involved in a bit of that, with an Americano on the side, and you'll be a happy chap. Bored? No probs. They've all the board games you could want to while away a few hours. And don't even get me started on how cool the music is - these guys know their chill out. (I realise it's not to everyone's taste, but I'm a fan!) Also, try the home made stew, it's warming and awesome. One last thing - ask about the magic till, if you've a small child with you. They'll love it. The Outlaws bar: By night, this place transforms into a cosy hub of creativity, music and cool. They've a range of regular events that are most worth checking out, more notably, their DJ nights. Their Baleraric social is something to put in the diary, with world famous DJs performing fantastic sets, and of course -you can enjoy regular evenings of excellent music from Joe's Bakery and co. The monthly performance poetry night, Sticks And Stones, is another awesome event to get booked in. Expect a host of wordly musings from the open mic-ers, waxing lyrical in hip-hop style, thoughtful abandon, and hilarious commentary. Every month features a highly regarded poet, and now I've been lucky enough to have seen Mark Grist in the flesh. The drinks are ultra cool, with a select few cocktails and spirits on offer, alongside Brooklyn Lager and Estrella on draft, Brewdog, Anchor Steam, Belle Rose and more in bottles, and a varied amount of guest beers appearing depending on the season. Prices, of course, are a little higher with such premium offerings - but, this isn't a complaint as such. I like good beer, if possible, excellent beer. I don't expect to get that for £2.50. In the evening, when the place is full, there's an interesting effect where the windows steam up - even that is cool, as it feels like you're enveloped in a secret blanket of awesome. So, there you have it. Most of the things I love, rolled into one great big hug of a hang out. Wifi and power, check. Good coffee and lush cake, check. A range of good food for lunch, check. High end beers, check. Interesting and artful events, check. Quirky vintage décor, check. Amazing music, check. Good people? Don't even doubt it for a second.

I've only ever been to Outlaws during the evening so I can't possibly comment on daytime…read moreactivities, but what a cool little place this is! The bar is small but spacious, mirrors complimenting the decor along with disco balls and bottle-storage globes dotted about the room. The seating is comfy to lounge upon, and the windows make the most of the limited light stolen by the NCP car park opposite. The Yacht Club has an extensive selection of drinks, ranging from fruity teas to more spirits I've ever seen crammed on a shelf; apart from one snag. As a whisky drinker, I asked if they had Jack Daniels Honey Whisky in, and the bartender was puzzled, offering a cheeky quip of, "we have Jack Daniels, and honey?". The bartenders are charming lads who keep the place clean and tidy while retaining the laid-back atmosphere - one of them had Facebook open on his laptop behind the bar! The drinks are kind of pricey, but you would expect it from bars of the type. The food is great too - I had a sandwich and it was the best I've had in Leeds; soft bread and great quality cheese resting on a crisp salad. The only bad thing about the place is the bartender from next door's Rebel Pin-Up who storms through the bar from time to time with a look of pure anger on his face, and I promised that I wouldn't bring the Society of Young Publishers into this review! Great place!

The Jubilee Social club is mainly inhabited by people who have been going there for a long time…read more Expect to be stared at when you walk in, especially if you don't order a pint of bitter. I think it's more for the locals, this one. Other social clubs such as the Brudenell and Hyde Park have more life swarming around. But then you may just fancy a quiet one! Drinks are cheap as chips.

I'll echo much of what others say about this excellent little club…read more It's unassuming and small, but is efficiently run with really nice people - both punters and staff alike - filling the place. A well priced bar with one quality draught ale available - it was the superb Roosters Yankee when I went but is likely to change at any given point - and a relaxed room in which to meet friends, chat and catch up. Connected by a small corridor is the venue itself. Not too large again but comfortable and with a half decent sound system too. I've seen 2 shows here and both both were very enjoyable with a casual approach on the door and enough space to move about. One thing - if you see something heavy in here it'll be pretty intense as people are very close to the stage. I saw local Leeds heroes Hookworms here and 2 of the guitarists had to stand in the audience as the stage simply wasn't large enough! But no matter - it just felt more cosy and laid back! Very conveniently sited by the bus station it's dead easy to get home after too. As others have said this is a members club, but membership is a quid or something so fantastic value. Just make sure you are a member before turning up and expecting to get in!

So much good has already been written about this place (and well deserved i feel). But still i'll…read moreadd my penny's worth. I think its rare to find this kind of place in a city. An almost town hall vibe (if that makes sense to the country folk). You know the place. The bars bussed in from some friend of a farmers, the seating's all handed down and its manned by the local PTA. Basically what i'm trying to say, in the same way any village without a pub manages to put together a sort of community bar, the chambers manages to fashion a real atmosphere of here but for the grace of good people. You feel like everything is built on goodwill and i think the vibe tells. As soon as i entered on my first visit i was asked what i wanted to drink, on uming and ahhring i was suggested a beverage (tick the box for effort). I clocked the table football in the corner (tick the box for free to all fun) and then i was charged a pound for my drink and 20p for space raiders (tick the box for affordable and tick the box for space raiders - yes there's a space raiders box, every bar in Leeds knows it and that's why they all fail!). They were friendly, it was cheap, it was nice space just to be, not overcrowded, not full of people who "just love the cultural aspects that are soo..." (whatever hipsters these days say). It might feel a little out of the way but i can quickly see it being first stop before the calls if i ever have to show my face at parties with less "local savy". A proper little find i feel and well worth dropping in!

We had a birthday party here and it was decorated lovely. The staff are really nice and the drinks…read morewere reasonably priced although that is usually the normal for working mens clubs. Quite a spacious club.

have fond memories of this place, i started going out with my partner here, on the wall outside the…read moredoor to be exact, 14 years ago! haven't been there for a few years but is a good size place, with a dance floor, stage, function room, pool hall etc. resonable priced drinks & snacks & clean cosy building.

Once a bit of a grim park, with vandelism and very few amenities, Cross Flatts Park has had a lot…read moreof input from the local community in recent years. It now boasts modernised play areas and basketball courts. There is a summer programme of bands in the park, held every Sunday throughout the summer months that provide free music for the community, from brass bands to steel pans. It also hosts the now annual Cross Flatts Park Festival, where there are country style competitions, stalls, art, entertainment and a variety of food available and community initiatives attending. Also in the summer months is the ever popular dog show, which caters for the traditional categories, as well as the funny 'waggiest' tail category. There are also many opportunities to be involved in planting in the park, as well as regular clean ups, which will often end in tea and cakes!

Go there every morning for a walk and it's always calm and filled with friendly people. There's…read moreoften events going on which liven the area and get people together like beeston festival! I often go there with my friends and family during the day to just chill and hang out at the parks there and play tennis with my dad there quite often too! An amazing place especially if you live in beeston!

Although in crazy colours, Roundhay Parochial Hall has a lot to offer the community…read more There is a snooker club upstairs, a fitness room downstairs that there is a pilates class in on a wednesday ( I only popped my head in and it looked quite a nice room) and the main large hall that we play Badminton in on a Wednesday, hence why I know about the pilates! I know that my mum did a chinese brush painting course here, so i think there are a lot of courses that go on during the week. The problem appears to be that there is no central point to find out about the many varied classes that are on here, as they don't have a website. there is a notice board that is filled with pieces of paper showing what is on though :-/ I'll try to write them all down as places like this are fantastic and a great way to support local people sticking their necks out to run classes or organise free badminton or have a club of some sort.

This centre has been a community and social centre for the Irish in Leeds for decades. Inside there…read moreis a beautifully refurbished building, with a bar and huge seating area, and upstairs are the conference rooms including the O'Meara lounge (also with a bar) where many events are held. Whilst most cities now have their own Irish centers, none could boast quite as much community involvement as the one in Leeds. As well as working together with many of the Leeds Irish cultural groups, such as the Leeds Comhaltas and the Irish Arts Foundation, they also hold ceilis, musical events and the Tuesday Club - a special event for over 55s with activities, refreshments and irish entertainment. Although their website might look like it hails from the beginning of the 90s, there is certainly plenty going on in this buzzing community resource. From room hire to Sunday carvery, it's worth checking out! (And I shall resist the urge to write 'for the craic' or some other naff Irish themed joke!)

Been to many a gig at the irish centre and must say what a great place it is. The stage is low and…read moreyou get a great view from were ever you are stood or sat.Which makes for a good atmosphere. Seen some great up and comming bands, prices very good and pleny of bars so you dont have to queue to much for a drink.