Wensleydale Spirit Company

Wensleydale Spirit Company Ultra-premium small batch spirits from the heart of Yorkshire. Discover our range of London Dry Gins, Spiced Rum, Vodka and Liqueurs.

We also host regular live music here in the distillery and Gin Trains on the Wensleydale Railway.

Out and about in the Yorkshire Dales this weekend? Come along to our distillery in Leyburn for a sip at the bar and a lo...
05/09/2026

Out and about in the Yorkshire Dales this weekend? Come along to our distillery in Leyburn for a sip at the bar and a look around our shop. There's plenty of scenic walking routes, independent shops and places to stop for lunch if you feel like making a day of it. 😊🥃

We're open 11am-5pm Saturday and 11am-4pm Sunday.
📍DL8 5ET

04/09/2026

Take a sneak peak at our gin making process 👀

If you’ve visited our distillery, you will have noticed our beautiful copper pot stills, but they’re not just for show - it’s where we make our gin!

We distill with a single shot method, which means using an incredibly small cut of the overall output to ensure only the best quality spirit makes it to bottling.

It’s certainly not the most cost-effective way of making gin, but boy is it worth it for the quality and flavour. 😍

The Wensleydale Show is our local show and the one I look forward to the most on the show calendar. Even the rain in the...
31/08/2026

The Wensleydale Show is our local show and the one I look forward to the most on the show calendar. Even the rain in the late afternoon didn’t dampen the spirits! Today you’ll find us at another favourite- Reeth Show. We have some very tempting offers available for today only. The Wensleydale Show. Reeth Show

The distillery audience were treated to a stunning performance last Friday night when The Lyrical Mile made their long a...
30/08/2026

The distillery audience were treated to a stunning performance last Friday night when The Lyrical Mile made their long awaited return. Thanks to all who came down to enjoy the music, drinks and atmosphere. We are having a break next weekend but will be back on Friday 11th September with our next night of live music when the super talented “Evergreen” will be making their debut. More details to follow.

Photos courtesy of Travelling Fatman Photography

What are your plans over the bank holiday weekend?We'll be at Wensleydale Agricultural Show on Saturday 29th, and Reeth ...
28/08/2026

What are your plans over the bank holiday weekend?

We'll be at Wensleydale Agricultural Show on Saturday 29th, and Reeth Show on Monday 31st August - we'd love to see lots of you there! Come and find our stall to sample some of Yorkshire's finest spirits. 🥃☀️

The Lyrical Mile will be returning to the distillery on Friday 28th August for an evening of live music! 🎤🎸🎹Come along f...
26/08/2026

The Lyrical Mile will be returning to the distillery on Friday 28th August for an evening of live music! 🎤🎸🎹

Come along for pop hits and soulful ballads from the likes of Adele, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Fleetwood Mac and Amy Winehouse.

As always, we'll be providing the finest of Yorkshire spirits and a brilliant Friday night atmosphere. 🕺🪩🍸

Free entry - doors open at 6pm - live music begins at 8pm - all welcome.
📍 Wensleydale Spirit Co. Distillery, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5ET

📸 The Lyrical Mile - Functions, Events & Gigs

Another awesome night at the distillery with The Invented. Two sets crammed full with floor fillers and 90’s classics! T...
25/08/2026

Another awesome night at the distillery with The Invented. Two sets crammed full with floor fillers and 90’s classics! Thanks to everyone who came down to dance and enjoy the atmosphere. Let’s do it all again on Friday! Get your bank holiday weekend off to a flyer when The Lyrical Mile return to the stage. More details to follow 🎶🍸🍺.

23/08/2026

We’ve all heard of someone getting ‘blind drunk’, but did you know that phrase originally came from the over-consumption of gin?🍸

Back in the 1700s, Britain was in the midst of a Gin craze - it was cheap, widely available and consumed to excess. ‘Blind drunk’ became a way of describing someone who was so intoxicated that their vision was seriously affected.

There are even historical references to gin being advertised as a way to get ‘blind drunk’ for just a few pennies! Thankfully, our approach to gin is a bit more refined. 😉

If you love live music and a drink or two, grab your pals and come along to our distillery this Friday night! 🍸🪩The Inve...
19/08/2026

If you love live music and a drink or two, grab your pals and come along to our distillery this Friday night! 🍸🪩

The Invented (the most energetic and entertaining band around!) will be performing from 8pm. Dance the night away with new wave, indie, rock and pop hits. From Wet Leg to Stevie Wonder, Amy Winehouse to The Killers, Tina Turner to The Black Eyed Peas. You’re in for a good night.🎶

🗓️ Friday 21st August - doors open 6pm, live music from 8pm
🎟️ Free entry
📍 DL8 5ET

It’s only Monday but we’ve got the Friday feeling already. 💃🪩The Invented will be here at the distillery this Friday eve...
17/08/2026

It’s only Monday but we’ve got the Friday feeling already. 💃🪩

The Invented will be here at the distillery this Friday evening for a night of live music and top-notch drinks. Think energetic indie rock, pop, dance and nostalgic floor fillers. 🎷🎵

As always, entry is free. Our doors open at 6pm, and the tunes begin at 8pm. All welcome!

🗓️ Friday 21st August
📍 Wensleydale Spirit Co. Distillery, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5ET

Address

Harmby Road
Leyburn
DL85ET

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441969624607

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