Whitelock’s Ale House

Whitelock’s Ale House Legendary Leeds pub est. 1715. Described by John Betjeman as "the very heart of Leeds" Whitelock's is the oldest pub in Leeds.
(1824)

Originally opened as The Turk's Head in 1715, it was renamed in the 1880s by then owner John Lupton Whitelock as Whitelock's First City Luncheon Bar. Under new ownership since May 2012, we have preserved the rich history and charm that has always been the cornerstone of Whitelock’s, while infusing it with new life and and our passion for great service, food and drink. We serve a wide selection of

real ale and craft beers – many from Yorkshire breweries – alongside a menu of fresh, home-cooked and locally sourced food available seven days a week.

Day 3 of the Beer Festival incoming... The last two days have been everything we'd hoped for. Great beer, great people a...
20/06/2026

Day 3 of the Beer Festival incoming...

The last two days have been everything we'd hoped for. Great beer, great people and a yard full of sunshine.

Ready to do it all again today, with 27 lines of rotating local beer pouring across both bars and DJs in the yard from 1pm until late.

See you all soon ☀️

The pints are cold and our Beer Fest is off to a flying start!We have 27 lines of local beer pouring across the weekend,...
18/06/2026

The pints are cold and our Beer Fest is off to a flying start!

We have 27 lines of local beer pouring across the weekend, plus some of our favourite local DJs playing in the yard from 6pm tonight and tomorrow.

If you're finishing work, you know where we are! Come and celebrate the very best of our great city 🍻

Tomorrow, out annual Beer Festival begins! For four days, we'll be pouring beer brewed exclusively in Leeds and the surr...
17/06/2026

Tomorrow, out annual Beer Festival begins!

For four days, we'll be pouring beer brewed exclusively in Leeds and the surrounding area, with 27 lines on at any one time and our favourite local DJs joining us throughout the weekend.

The full beer list is now LIVE. Check it out using the link in our bio!

Thursday 18 - Sunday 21 June

16/06/2026

This week, we headed over to in Morley. Home to a cosy taproom and a brewery producing everything from easy drinking pale ales to rich, full bodied stouts.

We caught up with Simon to chat about the brewery, the beers they’ll be bringing to the festival, and what life looks like at Truth Hurts.

A big thank you to Simon and the team for showing us around and making us feel so welcome.

Just 2 days until our annual beer festival kicks off! We’ll be sharing the beer list tomorrow so keep your eyes peeled 👀

11/06/2026

This year, Father's Day falls right in the middle of our 2026 Beer Festival, so if your dad appreciates good beer and great food, we know just the place.

We're serving our Sunday Roasts as usual at both Whitelock's and The Turk's Head, and every Dad dining with us gets a free pint on the house!

Book now using the link in our bio.

10/06/2026

Ahead of Beer Fest, we’ve been getting out and meeting some of the people behind the beer!

First up, Marcos from Piglove Brewing Co.

What started as a Venezuelan expression became the name of a much loved Yorkshire brewery, with beers that blend a love of British brewing with flavours and ingredients from across Latin America.

Marcos was kind enough to show us around the brewery and talk us through the story behind Piglove, the wonderful beers you’ll find at the festival, and why there’s so much excitement about in the local beer scene right now.

Just over a week until the festival kicks off!

This year, we’re celebrating the city we’ve called home for more than 300 years!Leeds has always had a strong brewing cu...
05/06/2026

This year, we’re celebrating the city we’ve called home for more than 300 years!

Leeds has always had a strong brewing culture, and today, the city is home to a huge range of independent breweries, producing everything from traditional cask ales to some of the most exciting modern beer in the country.

For four days, every beer pouring at Whitelock’s and The Turk’s Head has been brewed right here in Leeds and the surrounding areas.

SWIPE ACROSS TO SEE THE LINEUP! 👉

📅 Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 June 2026.

This year, we're celebrating the city we've called home for more than 300 years!Leeds has always had a strong brewing cu...
05/06/2026

This year, we're celebrating the city we've called home for more than 300 years!

Leeds has always had a strong brewing culture, and today, the city is home to a huge range of independent breweries, producing everything from traditional cask ales to some of the most exciting modern beer in the country.

For four days, every beer pouring at Whitelock's and The Turk's Head has been brewed right here in Leeds and the surrounding areas.

SWIPE ACROSS TO SEE THE LINEUP! 👉

📅 Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 June 2026.

From Lebanon to Sicily, Whitelock’s very own Sous Chef Chef Igor Dolatkowski presents a six-course menu inspired by his ...
04/06/2026

From Lebanon to Sicily, Whitelock’s very own Sous Chef Chef Igor Dolatkowski presents a six-course menu inspired by his travels around the Mediterranean coast.

Expect everything from Greek spanakopita to slow-braised Turkish lamb, before finishing with a bright Sicilian lemon dessert.

Seats are limited. Book now via the link in our bio!

Address

Turk's Head Yard
Leeds
LS16HB

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 12am
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 11pm

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