Described as a 'debauched cocktail bar', Behind Closed Doors is set to open in Leeds city centre.
Strap yourselves in Leeds, because our nights out on the tiles are about to get a whole lot naughtier.
Hidden away in Manchester's famous Northern Quarter is Behind Closed Doors, a speakeasy-style basement cocktail bar which is decked out head-to-toe with vintage erotica.
Images: Behind Closed Doors
After ringing a bell for entry and making your way through the secret door, you'll find walls covered in 1970s vintage pornography, retro neon signage and tables equipped with their own phone known as the 'BCD hotline' where fellow party goers can call one another to engage in naughty gossip.
Behind Closed Doors aims to bring ‘sex, rugs & funk ‘n’ soul’ to the people of Manchester, and now they're bringing it to us lot over in Leeds.
The risqué speakeasy bar will be opening up on Call Lane, and although we don't know the exact location yet we're sure it'll fit right in with this iconic street's late night party atmosphere.
And it's not just the decor that's cheeky, it's the cocktails too.
Image: Behind Closed Doors
Their list of signature cocktails include the The Chocstar Martini; loaded with lashings of whipped cream and chunks of chocolate, and the Kitten Mitten which features Bombay Bramble, Martini Rosso and of course comes with a condom pegged to the side of the glass.
Most definitely bringing a new meaning to the word cocktail.
The perfect place for late night drinks with friends, a cheeky date night spot, but perhaps not a bar to bring your mum and dad to.
No official opening date has been announced yet, but we can't wait for Behind Closed Doors to come to Leeds and we'll be listening intently for further news.
One of Leeds' longest-running pub will be closing.
The Cross Keys in Holbeck is a lovely little boozer.
And it's got a fair bit of history too. Dating back to the early 1800s, the pub has stood on Water Lane for more than two centuries, with its story closely tied to Holbeck's industrial past.
Back when the area was one of Leeds' major manufacturing hubs, the Cross Keys was a local drinking spot for workers from the surrounding foundries and engineering works.
The pub itself fell into disrepair and was abandoned in 1980s, before being brought back to life during a major restoration in the 2000s.
But now, The Cross Keys is closing once again.
Images: The Cross Keys
Announcing the sad news to Instagram, the pub said: "It's with a heavy heart that we share the Cross Key's will be closing its doors on the 3rd of October.
"The whole team thank you for your support during our time in business."
In classic Leeds fashion, the comments were flooded with support from fans of the pub alongside fellow local businesses.
One comment reads: "Absolutely gutted about this. I held my fiance (now husband’s) 30th at The Cross Keys and it was excellent and the team were so helpful and hospitable. So sad to hear this."
Whilst another said: "Gutted, the home of some great memories and significant pints in my life."
So, if you've had a significant pint in The Cross Keys and wish to bid it a proper farewell, you've got until Saturday 3 October to do so.
Brand-new ‘party pub’ to take over the old Revolution site on Call Lane after £600,000 investment
Clementine Hall
We hope you're ready to party Leeds, because a 'party pub' experience is coming to Call Lane.
Following a whopping £600,000 investment, Bonnie Rogues is preparing to open in the former Revolution site in Leeds city centre that will close this month.
After a major refurbishment, Leeds’ first Bonnie Rogues venue and the sixth site for the fast- growing UK brand will open in November 2026.
Designed as an all-day-to-night social destination, Bonnie Rogues combines live music, live sport, and late-night celebrations in one immersive venue.
From big nights out to spontaneous after-work drinks and even Sunday Roasts, Bonnie Rogues aims to offer something completely different from the traditional pub experience.
Expect live performances, crowd-involved entertainment and interactive moments in an atmosphere that flows seamlessly from day to night.
Russell Quelch, CEO of NEOS Hospitality, said, “Leeds has such a strong social scene and a real appetite for experience-led venues, so we think Bonnie Rogues will fit perfectly into the city.
"It’s a concept that brings together everything people love about going out - live music, sport, food, entertainment and great atmosphere, all in one place. We’re excited to bring something new to Leeds and can’t wait to welcome guests later this year.”
The Leeds opening forms part of a wider rollout of Bonnie Rogues venues across the UK, as NEOS Hospitality continues to expand its portfolio following its acquisition of multiple Revolution and Revolución de Cuba sites earlier this year.
We'll keep you updated with opening dates as and when we know more.
Clementine Hall -
25th June 2024 
