Leeds Town Hall to be transformed into incredible state-of-the-art live music venue

30th September 2024

New images show how Leeds Town Hall will look following multimillion-pound refurbishment.

And we have to say, it’s looking quite dashing.

The iconic Grade I listed building will be transformed into a concert venue featuring a sparkly new box office, new ground-floor bar and accessible entrance and lift.

Structural works will include the conservation and repair of some of the building’s unique features including stone masonry, intricate plasterwork and doors.

The scheme aims to protect the historic building whilst breathing new life into it by ensuring it can host bigger and better events generating more income for the local economy.

Opened in 1858 by Queen Victoria, Leeds Town Hall is one of the city’s most iconic buildings, designed by famed architect Cuthbert Brodrick.

Dan Doherty, regional director for Kier Construction North and Scotland, said: “We are proud to be working with Leeds City Council to refurbish the iconic Leeds Town Hall.

“Our highly skilled project teams have vast experience of regenerating listed buildings and we look forward to contributing to the preservation of this city centre landmark for generations to come.”

Councillor Salma Arif, Leeds City Council’s executive member for adult social care, active lifestyles and culture, said: “These impressive images show just how much of a difference this project will make to Leeds Town Hall and to the thousands of people who attend its eclectic programme of events each year.

“The town hall is not only a fundamental and cherished part our local history, it is also a hugely important venue for world class concerts, performances and competitions, which put the city on the international cultural stage each year and in turn generate crucial income and investment for Leeds.”

The Leeds Town Hall refurbishment is currently scheduled for completion in spring 2026.

Featured image – Leeds City Council