FOR THE CUSTOMER
Nightrain opened in May 2019 and has developed a reputation for top quality live music events. With a wide range of quality drinks, awesome staff and a friendly environment, Nightrain delivers a great night out for live music and late night entertainment.
Popular drinks include our exclusive Nightrain pilsner and Nightrain bitter alongside a range range of bottled beers and ciders. In addition we have Brewdog Punk IPA and Guinness on tap.
Nightrain also offers a number of rocking cocktails with a range of popular spirits. Why not call down and check out our special offers. For those who maybe driving, we also have a range of non-alcoholic beer, cider and soft drinks.


If you are planning on driving to and from a gig, Nightrain offers free car parking in association with the Broadway, whereby you can park there after 5pm weekdays and all day Saturday/Sunday for free. Just ask our barstaff before leaving for validation. Note that the Broadway car park closes at 1am.
Got the munchies? Why not try our warm(!) pork scratchings from Beerpig.
A rock jukebox containing a wide selection of hits from across the years is available during open hours whilst there is no live music or DJ
We have a fantastic games room with a custom English pool table, darts board and table football. A number of screens show selected sporting events when possible
Checkout our new merchandise on offer in the bar including items also available to order for direct delivery, on our website.
Live music!! – the heart and soul of Nightrain – will be available on most if not all weekends as well as select weekdays throughout the year.
This will include Grassroots bands to international touring artists, as well as the best tribute bands. Check out our Upcoming Events page to see who we have already scheduled.
We are proud to be supported by Arts Council England for our regular New Bands Night, showcasing the best in local talent. Keep an eye out on our social media pages for announcements.
DJ’s playing all the best music to rock out to will be available to take your requests on selected evenings and Fridays and Saturdays, into the early hours.


Disability access:
Nightrain’s main floor and bar area is on a level surface and wheelchair accessible directly from the main entrance. A disabled toilet is provided on the main floor near the bar. For those who require a carer to attend any of our gigs, carers tickets are available. Please contact us via info@nightrain.co.uk prior to purchasing tickets.
Nightrain is free entry except for ticketed events.
Our opening hours are as follows:
Monday – closed
Tue – Thu: 4pm – 11pm
Fri – 1pm – 3am
Sat – 12pm – 3am
Sun – 12pm – 8pm
The above hours are subject to change as per government guidelines
Note that special opening hours may exist for booked live events during the week Sunday – Thursday.
FOR BANDS AND PROMOTERS

Capacity: 400
In-house sound and light engineering available.
Contact keith.tempest@nightrain.co.uk regarding any requirements for scheduling or technical specs for the venue.
Stage dimensions:
8.5m x 7.5m stage area
4.2m x 4.2m x 0.3m (W x D x H) drum riser
Secure band room with direct stage access
Rear storage room
VENUE INFO
Address
9-19 Queensgate, Bradford. BD1 1RB
Parking
There are a number of multi-storey car parks near the venue these include
• The Broadway – 3 minutes walk
• Kirkgate Shopping centre– 1 minute walk
• NCP Hall Ings – 4 minutes walk
Transport connections
There are several options for transport to/from Bradford city centre and a short walk to the venue. These are:
• Bradford Forster Square train station – trains to Shipley / Leeds: 5 minutes walk
• Bradford Interchange train station – trains to Halifax / Huddersfield: 6 minutes walk
• Bradford Interchange bus station – buses throughout West Yorkshire: 6 minutes walk
Accommodation
A number of nearby hotels provide a range of accommodation options and prices. These include:
• Jurys Inn: 6 minutes walk
• Midland Hotel: 4 minutes walk
• Bradford Hotel: 4 minutes walk