Kirkstall Brewery

Kirkstall Brewery is a Grade II listed building housing beer production and a public taproom in Leeds. The facility features a restaurant serving stone-baked pizzas and glass sections where visitors can watch the brewing process.

The original brewery operation began in 1833 and continued for many decades as a significant local business. The site was later revived with new ownership and operations, transforming into the modern facility visible today.

The site carries forward traditions linked to Kirkstall Abbey and its monastic past, blending historical brewing heritage with contemporary methods visible throughout the complex.

The location is easily reached and offers guided visits where you can watch beer production firsthand. Visiting on a day when tours run allows you to see more of the operation while also sampling beers or eating in the taproom.

The complex also houses student accommodation alongside brewing operations, making it function as both a production facility and residential space. This dual-use arrangement reflects how historic industrial sites are being repurposed for mixed-use contemporary development.

Location: Leeds

GPS coordinates: 53.81492,-1.60903

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09