Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Local Arts Space for Events and Caf in Leeds
Seven Arts Leeds CIC is an independent arts space in Chapel Allerton, Leeds, established in 2007. We provide a versatile venue for film, theatre, dance, music, and comedy alongside a welcoming caf bar. Our mission is to showcase local and regional talent while fostering community spirit through the arts. As a non-profit Community Interest Company, we maintain transparency in our social mission and rely on ticket sales and donations to sustain operations. Governed by a small board of directors, we pride ourselves on being a self-funded, community-driven hub that bridges cultural divides along the Leeds 7 corridor.Our venue has hosted acclaimed artists and events, with testimonials praising our professional staff, affordable pricing, and exceptional atmosphere. We rotate monthly art exhibitions, collaborate with local creatives, and offer Pay What You Feel events to support accessibility. With 18 years of experience, we remain committed to nurturing artistic expression and community engagement in Yorkshire.
Services
Event Venue Hire
Caf Bar
Art Exhibitions
Ticket Sales
Community Programs
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We are a non-profit arts hub with 18 years of community-focused experience
- Our venue hosts diverse cultural events from jazz to theatre in intimate settings
- Monthly rotating art exhibitions showcase local Yorkshire talent
- Pay What You Feel pricing ensures accessible live performances
- Award-winning technical specifications for professional event production
Associations and certifications
- Community Interest Company (CIC)
What people say
Top notch staff
Lovely venue
Great audience
Perfect evening
Reasonable drinks
Services
Event Venue Hire
Seven Arts Leeds CIC offers a versatile 100-seat venue for cultural events including theatre, film screenings, and live music. Our technical specifications meet professional standards while maintaining an intimate atmosphere. The space is available for hire with support from experienced technical staff.
Caf Bar
Our caf bar operates Wednesday-Sunday serving specialty coffees, homemade cakes, and locally sourced beverages. Patrons can enjoy meals from adjacent Canteen restaurant within our venue. The space doubles as an exhibition area for local artists.
Art Exhibitions
Monthly rotating exhibitions feature works from Yorkshire-based artists across multiple mediums including painting, photography, and digital art. The venue actively promotes emerging talent through curated showcases and community collaborations.
Ticket Sales
Advance tickets for cultural events are available through TicketSource with a 10% booking fee. Pay What You Feel options available for select performances. No physical tickets required with digital check-in system.
Community Programs
Seven Arts Leeds CIC hosts regular quizzes, science slams, and economic discussion forums. The venue supports emerging artists through exhibition opportunities and provides technical resources for local creative projects.
People
Simon Robertson
Photographer
Experienced Leeds-based photographer specialising in interiors, events, and food photography across Yorkshire. Former London-based professional with technical expertise and storytelling approach to visual projects.
Mirek Dobiecki
Photographer
Retired TV and radio mast construction industry professional with 37 years of global experience. Passionate photographer capturing authentic moments through uncropped images on fibre-based paper.
Bob McBurney
Painter
Oil painting enthusiast with lifelong dedication to traditional techniques. Studio painter influenced by modern masters, creating abstract works exploring colour, form, and texture relationships.
C.A. Sketcher
Visual Artist
Chapel Allerton-based urban sketching artist combining architectural interest with spontaneous watercolour techniques. Offers commissioned works across multiple print sizes.
Seren Oakley
Fine Artist
Welsh multi-disciplinary artist graduated from Leeds Arts University. Specialises in video, sound, and painting installations exploring curated spaces and digital aesthetics.
Questions
How do I purchase tickets for events at Seven Arts Leeds CIC?
Advance tickets are available through TicketSource with a 10% booking fee. No physical tickets required as we use digital check-in.
What types of events does Seven Arts Leeds CIC host?
Seven Arts Leeds CIC hosts diverse cultural events including live music, theatre performances, film screenings, comedy nights, and art exhibitions.
Can I hire Seven Arts Leeds CIC's venue for private events?
Yes, our 100-seat venue is available for hire with technical support. Contact us via email for availability and specifications.
Does Seven Arts Leeds CIC offer food and drink options?
Our café bar serves coffee, homemade cakes, and locally sourced beverages. Patrons can bring food from adjacent Canteen restaurant.
How does Seven Arts Leeds CIC support local artists?
We host monthly rotating art exhibitions, provide exhibition opportunities for emerging talent, and collaborate with Yorkshire-based creatives.
What are Seven Arts Leeds CIC's opening hours?
The café bar operates Wednesday-Sunday from 11am daily with event programming in the evenings.
