The 13 much-loved bars and restaurants that Leeds has lost over the last year

As trends, popularity and interests change, so does Leeds's night time economy.

Here, we take a look back at some of the establishments that closed their doors over the last 12 months. READ MORE: The long-gone Leeds nightclubs we haven't forgotten

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The Bierkeller Entertainment Complex on the corner of the Headrow and Park Row incorporates Shooters sports bar, Smokin' Bar and Kitchen and the German-themed beer cellar closed this month.placeholder image
The Bierkeller Entertainment Complex on the corner of the Headrow and Park Row incorporates Shooters sports bar, Smokin' Bar and Kitchen and the German-themed beer cellar closed this month.
53 Degrees North and Riccis Tapas and Cicchetti on Infirmary Street, ceased operating in early 2018.placeholder image
53 Degrees North and Riccis Tapas and Cicchetti on Infirmary Street, ceased operating in early 2018.
Much-loved wine bar, restaurant and deli Ham & Friends in the Grand Arcade, off Merrion Street, ceased trading back in March 2018.placeholder image
Much-loved wine bar, restaurant and deli Ham & Friends in the Grand Arcade, off Merrion Street, ceased trading back in March 2018.
This smart but casual bar served drinks from 21 different Champagne houses at candlelit tables.It closed in August 2018.placeholder image
This smart but casual bar served drinks from 21 different Champagne houses at candlelit tables.It closed in August 2018.
This casual, Basque-inspired tapas restaurant boasted bare brick, tiles and booths, as well as a basement gin bar. Closed at Trinity Leeds in October 2018.placeholder image
This casual, Basque-inspired tapas restaurant boasted bare brick, tiles and booths, as well as a basement gin bar. Closed at Trinity Leeds in October 2018.
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