Indie bar announces closure after 16 years

A city centre venue has announced that it is closing with immediate effect after 16 years due to a "downturn of footfall".

The Shed Bar in Leeds said its lease had expired and due to "conditions that were not appealing" the owners decided not to renew it.

A statement on social media thanked customers for their support.

It said: "Although the closure is tinged with some sadness, we want to view these 16 years as a celebration of something special, a place that holds so many beautiful memories for us."

The bar on Trevelyan Square was established in 2008 and specialised in rock and indie music.

The owners said: "We want to thank everyone who has supported us through these years; from the fabulous managers and bar staff to our friends, families and everyone that stepped foot into the bar as our much loved customers.

"We appreciate all of you so very deeply."

The business, located in a railway arch under the approach to Leeds Station, was founded by schoolfriends Matthew Jones and Richard Hawley and was their first venture in Leeds.

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