The New Penny

Gay bar · Leeds Call Lane

Gay bar on Call Lane with a blue plaque as the UK’s longest-running gay bar. First the Hope and Anchor, the New Penny since 1982.

• ★ 3.7 on Google (486)
• Late licence

Address

57-59 Call Lane
LS1 7BT Leeds

Crowd

Mixed LGBTQ+ crowd

Facilities

Bar, drag stage, live music, late nights

Location

Call Lane, a few minutes’ walk from Lower Briggate

What makes The New Penny special

The New Penny is a piece of scene history and is open late every night. Guests praise the friendly staff, cheap drinks and club atmosphere. However, several reviews from late 2025 to mid-2026 describe aggressive behaviour by door staff.

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Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Travel Gay (updated 30 Apr 2026), GayOut (verified Sep 2026, reviews up to mid-2026), Leeds Pride venue list (as of Jul 2026), Google reviews (3.7 stars, 486 reviews). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before you go.