first direct arena

Other banks have branches. We have a massive arena.

get 20% off all merch when you flash your first direct debit or credit card at the merchandise stands at selected shows T&Cs apply*
our customers get pre-sale ticket access for selected acts
regular prize draws to win tickets to your favourite acts
there’s a chance we’ll upgrade your seat and get you even closer to the action.

Our arena also has some of the UK’s best sound experiences, so you can watch all your favourite acts with high-quality acoustics wherever you're sat. Not that we’re bragging.

How to get to first direct arena

Sat at the top of Leeds city centre, it's easy to get here by feet or wheels.

You can find us at:
Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8BY

Travel by car

We’re next to Claypit Lane (A58), making it easy to get to and from the arena by car.

From the east, you can get into the city centre by the A64 York Road. From the south and west, you can get in via the M621 – these connect to the M62 and M1.

Travel by bus

The nearest stops to us are Clay Pit Lane, Wade Lane/Lovell Park Road, and Woodhouse Lane.

If you're coming from further afield, the closest stations are Leeds City Bus Station.

Travel by train

The closest train station is Leeds Station, which connects to national and local lines and is only a 15-minute walk from the arena.

We're hard to miss - look for a big, beautiful arena.

The arena doesn't have its own car park, but there are 7,500 parking spaces within a 15-minute walk, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding a spot.

Woodhouse Lane Car Park is just a short walk away, with easy access to the A58 part of the inner ring road. Merrion Centre Car Park is the closest, and is situated just across the road on Merrion Way. Both are open for 24 hours.

*Merch Perk Terms and Conditions

What is the first direct bank arena merch perk?

Who’s running the Discount?

Am I eligible for the Discount?

The Discount may only be used by an eligible customer. To be eligible you must:

live in the UK
be 18+
be a current first direct customer, and
hold a valid ticket to the show at the first direct arena for which the merchandise is sold.

an (“Eligible Customer”).

We may revoke your use of the Discount immediately without notice for any reason (unless otherwise required), including if you:

do not comply with the T&Cs, or
cease to be an eligible customer.

How do I redeem the Discount?

What else do I need to know?

We’re not responsible for any loss or damage you incur by using the Discount unless the loss or damage is caused by our negligence.

You may not use the Discount for commercial purposes, including the commercial re-sale of merchandise.

The Discount may not apply to certain shows and merchandise (and we are free to decide which shows it applies to). You should check at the first direct arena whether the discount is available at each show before purchasing.

The Discount can only be applied to one (1) transaction per eligible customer, per show.

All merchandise is subject to stock levels and availability cannot be guaranteed. The Discount cannot be transferred or used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.

The Discount cannot be applied retrospectively to a purchase.

The Discount is only available at the first direct arena, Claypit Lane, Arena Quarter, Leeds, England.

You’re responsible for complying with any terms and conditions issued by the first direct arena. Refunds and exchanges may be prohibited or limited and are subject to the terms and conditions of the first direct arena.

We can change these T&Cs or withdraw the Discount at any time at our discretion.

These T&Cs, their subject matter and formation, are governed by English law. We both agree that we will use the courts of England and Wales for these T&Cs, except that if you are a resident of Northern Ireland, you may also bring claims in Northern Ireland, and if you are a resident of Scotland, you may also bring claims in Scotland.

If you need to get in touch with us, visit our Contact us page below.

first direct is a division of HSBC UK Bank plc which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority under reference number 765112. Registered in England under number 09928412. Registered Office: 1 Centenary Square, Birmingham B1 1HQ.

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