About us
Leeds Brewery was established in June 2007 and has since become the largest brewery in the city.
We have developed a reputation as one of the best and most consistent breweries in the north of England, and within our team we have a wealth of experience which ensures that every aspect of the brewing process comes up to our highest standards.
Our brewers use only the finest possible ingredients, including malted barley sourced entirely from the UK and our unique Yorkshire yeast, which means we are confident that our beers are some of the finest available. Coupled with our contemporary and instantly recognisable branding, we think they make a valuable and popular addition to any bar.
History
Sam Moss and Michael Brothwell met at university and after graduating, decided to open their own brewery. In June 2007 Leeds Brewery opened its doors as the only independent brewery in the city.
Initially the brewery produced only three cask ales, including what would become our flagship beer Leeds Pale, supplemented by occasional seasonal brews throughout the year. Today the brewery produces over 70,000 pints a week with a beer range which encompasses a vast array of styles and flavours which are available in cask, keg and bottles all across the country.
In 2008 Leeds Brewery opened its first pub; The Midnight Bell. Since then the brewery has opened another five sites. All are distinctly different, ranging from red bricks fired at the start of the industrial revolution at The Midnight Bell, to original etched and beveled glass work at The Garden Gate, to 13th century timber frames at The Duke of York. Each pub, however, is committed to offering the very best in local food and drink in comfortable and attractive surroundings.
Meet the team
Venks
Head Brewer
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Leodis
– Hobby: DIY Mechanic
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: The Smell of Hops
Will
Assistant Head Brewer
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Midnight Bell
– Hobby: Reading
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Counting yeast cells
Matt
Driver
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Leodis
– Hobby: Boxing
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Meeting new people
Tom
Brewer
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Vienna
– Hobby: Backgammon
– Best thing about work at Leeds Brewery: Seeing a whole batch through from start to finish
Josh
Regional Sales Manager
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Gathering Storm
– Hobby: Chilling in the pub
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Working with the team
Josh
Brewer
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Leeds Pale
– Hobby: Music
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Turning water into beer
Richard
Regional Sales Manager
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Leeds Best
– Hobby: Drinking Leeds Best
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Drinking Leeds Best
John
Driver
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Hellfire
– Hobby: Driving
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Taking in the Yorkshire scenery
Jenna
Sales Director
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Gathering Storm
– Hobby: Netball
– Best thing about working at Leeds Brewery: Working with the team
Tom
Brewer
– Favourite Leeds Brewery beer: Leeds Pale
– Hobby: Cooking
– Best thing about wokring at Leeds Brewery: The Smell of Hops
Summer Solstice
To complement the recently launched summer menus, we’re introducing a summer beer to match. Join The Midnight Bell for the official launch event of Solstice summer ale on Friday 5th May from 5pm for samples and food matches.
OPA
After two years in the making, Leeds Brewery’s zero percent ale is finally here. April sees the launch of our non-alcoholic beer Original 0PA, a 0% traditional English pale ale.
Summer Specials
With summer lurking just around the corner, we thought it was about time we launched our summer menus...so here they are!
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