Join us at
York Distillery
Looking for things to do in York? York Distillery - a home of York Gin, in the heart of the city, is the perfect place to settle in and
try something new.
Whether you’re after a relaxed activity in York with friends, fancy learning something new afternoon, or want a warm, characterful space for a get-together, York Distillery is an inviting cosy venue in York.
York Distillery is all about personalised experiences and good company. Here are our special events at York Distillery - Champagne specials, wine & beer expert-led events, or organise your own!
£30 - Monthly event - Thursday 7pm
Wine Tasting Club
With expert Emma Moore - themes vary
Join us each month for a laid-back, social wine club with a new theme every time. It’s your chance to discover wines you might not usually choose, learn from an expert, and meet like-minded people.
£35 - Monthly event - Thursday 7pm
Beer, Crisps and Cheese Tasting
Variety of beer themes through year
Who doesn't serve crisps with beer? Wouldn't it be good to know what works?
Try 10 (yes ten!) delicious beers, some familiar styles and some a little off the beaten track, plus a variety of crisps that actually complement the beer.
Special event
Champagne Tasting
Next date - June 7th
A premium tasting experience with Champagne and nibbles.
Celebrate with an afternoon of elegance and indulgence as we take you on a journey through the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine.
You’ll explore a curated flight of exceptional Champagnes, each selected for its character, craftsmanship and story.
Special event
Sardinian Wine Tasting
Next date - July 23rd
Explore Sardinia through six glasses of rare, sustainable wines,
from sparkling to red, each paired with local cheeses and traditional Sardinian nibbles.
Hosted by our lovely friends at Terra Sarda Wines! This relaxed and sociable evening is all about discovery, taking you through 3,500 years of winemaking history on an island often overlooked by wine lovers.
Your own Special Event
Cocktail Making Party
To get you in the spirit and give you skills and ideas to make the delicious cocktails at home!
Private bookings available with your own music, slides and personal touches.
Book York Distillery for your private party
We have a beautiful space for up to 40 people with a full bar, brilliant staff and food options available.
Bespoke is our speciality.
Finding us
How to find York Distillery
York Distillery is located in the grounds of Middleton's Hotel on Skeldergate, in its own building next to the hotel gym. The entrance for visitors is on Skeldergate itself. We are right in the heart of York, a short walk from Clifford's Tower, the River Ouse and the city centre, which makes us easy to reach on foot from most parts of the city.
Address
Skeldergate
York
YO1 6DS
Nearest landmark
Clifford's Tower, 5 min walk
Getting here
We are very central. Walking is recommended from most of York.
Parking
Middleton's Hotel guests can park on site and receive a discount. Public car parks at St George's Field and Nunnery Lane are both around 5 min walk.
What our guests say
Reviews from TripAdvisor and Google
★★★★★
"After being presented with a gin and tonic on arrival, we spent an enjoyable couple of hours learning about the history of gin, the distilling process and sampled six different gins. The hosts made the whole experience fun and entertaining. We left the tasting with two bottles of our favourite gins."
★★★★★
"Interesting and humorous explanation of gin making and the history of gin. Two full G&Ts and six generous tasters with nibbles. Far exceeded expectations and would strongly recommend."