Whitelock’s Ale House
opens at 11:00 today
Pub Bar Restaurant
Legendary Leeds pub est. 1715. Described by John Betjeman as "the very heart of Leeds", now a freeho Whitelock's is the oldest pub in Leeds. 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. Read more
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2018-06-12It’s a glorious proper old pub selling excellent beer and decent unpretentious pub food at a decent price - what’s not to like? As far as I could see...
2017-11-13Superb food in a gorgeous environment served by very friendly staff. The Yorkshire puds with gravy inside were amazing and lovely to have a roaring...
2018-11-19The best pub in Leeds
2018-09-17Went there for lunch today, wow very generous with the portions , I had the pie my son finished it off it had me beat. Will definitely go back ....
2018-08-22Very expensive real ale , toilets up winding stairs so not very practical , but staff really nice
2018-07-30The wife and I dropped in here Saturday afternoon after the theatre. Been here before many time for drinks but it was our first time eating here. The...
2018-07-29Special mention for the Sunday lunch today... Plenty of Roast Pork , Roast potato, carrot and parsnip ,Yorkshire pudding , spring cabbage and braised...
2018-07-29So cute and quirky, fabulous old hidden gem this! Good wine and plenty of beers on tap. Bustling and a great atmosphere with a lovely outside alleyway...
2018-07-09Friendly bar staff good atmosphere
2018-07-08Love this place as for price of a pint well it’s the same everywhere
2018-06-19Another fab meal in my fave pub with. See you next time.
2018-06-06Very friendly team... visited over 30 years to test!.. always the best.
2018-05-26Lovely authentic pub - haven’t been there since early 90’s - just love it
2018-05-22I was in there on sat with a few friends and ordered 3 vodkas and coke which definitely had no vodka in , so I took the drinks back and complained and...
2018-05-14Wonderful pub, great staff with great ale. Full marks, thank you very much (y)
2018-05-05Simply a great city centre pub. Great vibe, quick efficient service, good selection of local beers...including my all-time favourite, Mary Jane. So...
2018-05-05Amazing old traditional pub, architectural superb
2018-05-02Nice staff, love the place, well I’ve been a customer on & off for over 50 years, since the spinning disc days that used to be in the Victoria Quarter...
2018-04-16Fabulous pub, great food and friendly staff. Definitely calling in again on our next visit to Leeds.
2018-04-07When in Leeds visiting from Blackpool Whitelocks is always the 1st port of call This watering hole along with the others in the vicinity is a must...
Updates from Whitelock’s Ale House
2018-08-23
Behold our National Burger Day creation - the Whitelocks Big Double
Behold our National Burger Day creation - the Whitelocks Big Double
2018-08-21
We are still on the hunt! Pls retweet and send to pals.
We are still on the hunt! Pls retweet and send to pals.
2018-08-20
HERE’S THE BEERS!
HERE’S THE BEERS!
2018-08-16
Our little sis The Turk's Head Leeds is smashing out the start of Leeds Beer Week with a Cloudwater Brew Co double whammy. Starting with a tap takeover on Friday night, then sorting the hangovers out with vegan brunch & beer pairing on Saturday. Check out
Our little sis The Turk's Head Leeds is smashing out the start of Leeds Beer Week with a Cloudwater Brew Co double whammy. Starting with a tap takeover on Friday night, then sorting the hangovers out with vegan brunch & beer pairing on Saturday. Check out
2018-08-12
Feeling ruff on this gloomy Sunday?! Roast dinners served til 8, bring more dogs plz
Feeling ruff on this gloomy Sunday?! Roast dinners served til 8, bring more dogs plz
Popularity of Whitelock’s Ale House
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Whitelock’s Ale House has a total of 51429 visitors (checkins) and 6246 likes.
20 reviews of Whitelock’s Ale House.
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