“We’ve got all bases covered”: Inside the Woodseats food hall serving up food, drink and live music

The food and drink scene in Woodseats has been on the up for a while now, and nowhere reflects that growth better than Herd – a bustling food hall and live music space situated just off Chesterfield Road. 

Based in a former engineering works, Herd opened as an industrial-chic café at the start of the year, but as renovations have continued apace, they’ve added a number of food and drink artisans to the mix – and even a bespoke barbershop. 

Inside you can now count six independent vendors. No Forks Given serves up a selection of indulgent street food favourites, Baaa keeps the drinks flowing, Herd Cocktails are on-hand if you’re looking for a more sophisticated sup, and SHIGG Barbershop provide the high-quality trims upstairs. 

Two exciting new arrivals include wood-fired pizza on the recently finished outdoor terrace space from Tha Doughs and family-run Danish bakery, Kringle, taking over the café space. Another significant change has been the scheduling of live music every Friday and Saturday, where on a raised stage overlooking the venue a rotating selection of local acts play feelgood covers to get punters into the weekend spirit. 

Now fully up and running, Herd has something for everyone. During the daytime, it provides a family and pet-friendly setting for leisurely breakfast and lunches, while in the evenings, it transforms into a casual dining and late entertainment spot for friends and couples looking to let their hair down in a chilled setting. The open-plan space, specialty coffee and all-day food options also make it a go-to spot for people working remotely throughout the week.

Sunday music quizzes are another welcome addition to the events schedule, and we’re told that they’re working on some special celebratory events in the run-up to Halloween and Christmas. Watch this space, reader! 

“It’s all about showcasing the independent businesses and welcoming in the community,” a spokesman for Herd told Exposed. “This is a great open space, perfect for socialising, and it’s always a friendly, enjoyable atmosphere inside. The idea underpinning it all is to offer people a unique food and drink experience in the area, right from breakfast and brunch through to evening meals and nights out. Herd’s got all the bases covered.” 

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