Cafe in The Courthouse — Arts Centre in Leeds

Cafe in the Courthouse is a community arts centre housed in a Grade II Listed Victorian Gothic magistrates' court built in 1888. It sits on New Station Street in Otley, just outside the city, near York Street and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The venue serves fair trade coffee and tea with home-made cakes and snacks. You can find it for weekday work sessions thanks to power outlets and reliable wifi, or weekend events like music classes and art workshops. It’s also open for evening drinks during performances.

Cafe in the Courthouse was originally a magistrates' court built in 1888 and is now a repurposed Grade II Listed building with authentic Victorian Gothic features. The interior keeps key historical details like ornate coloured tiles, barrel-vaulted mosaic ceilings, and grand marble columns from its original civic use. Natural light floods the space through large arched windows. The decor follows a traditional historic style with minimalist wood accents creating an elegant yet casual feel. The atmosphere is low noise, ideal for focused work or quiet conversation during wellbeing events.

Cafe in the Courthouse operates as a community arts centre offering food and drink services within its historic setting, combining Leeds' heritage with everyday life. Locals visit weeknights for coffee and remote work thanks to power outlets; weekends for music classes or art workshops during events at Cafe in the Courthouse. It welcomes solo visitors and groups alike due to flexible booking and accessible features including toilets, cloakrooms, and a full menu. The barrel-vaulted mosaic ceiling is a standout feature that adds character to any visit.