The Great Exhibition of Prize Ales returns to Leeds – now hosted at The Tetley, Aire Park.
Taking place from 29–31 May, this much‑loved festival from Kirkstall Brewery celebrates the rich heritage of British brewing. Expect an exceptional line‑up of specially brewed historic ales from breweries across the UK, alongside great street food and live music throughout the weekend.
Set within the iconic Tetley building, the festival brings together beer lovers, brewers and music fans for a unique celebration of flavour, craftsmanship and community.
Breweries:
Expect a range of breweries from across the country, pouring very special beers inspired by the past! This year’s exhibiting breweries include:
Allsopps / Amity / Anspach & Hobday / Anthology / Black Lodge / Boundary / Braybrooke / Burton Bridge / DEYA / DMC / Fell / Fierce / Five Points / Harvey’s / Horsforth / Kirkstall / Little Earth Project / Lost Cause / Lost & Grounded / Marble / Northern Monk / Roosters / Round Corner / St Mars of The Desert / Siren / Theakston / Timothy Taylors / Zapato
…and more to be announced!
Food & Refreshments:
Niko’s Comfort Kitchen
Flavour Fleet
Once Upon A Vine – Wine Bar
The Aire Fryer
The Pud Inn
Music:
Elsie Franklin
The Old Time Rags
Alligator Gumbo
Louis Louis Louis
Tickets
Each ticket gets you entry to the festival for the designated session, as well as a commemorative glass, festival programme and a beer token to get you started!
Tokens for sale on the day are priced at £2.50, and can be exchanged for a 1/2 pint of beer under 7% ABV, or a 1/3 pint of beer 7% and above.
Tickets have been priced to help cover the costs of running the festival, including staffing, equipment, entertainment, facilities, glassware, programmes, decorations, security and ensuring that all beer is stored and served in imacculate condition!
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After Party:
At the end of each event there will be an After Party at a Kirkstall Brewery venue with live music. Keep your programme handy for 20% your first round of drinks!
Important info:
Due to the change in venue this event is now DOG FRIENDLY!
– This event will take place in all areas of The Tetley, including outside.
– Attendees must present their tickets on arrival and a Challenge 25 Policy will be in effect.
– A Code of Conduct will be in place to ensure the safety of attendees, staff and guests.