Darkland Brewery Open Day, Halifax

About

Part of the Calderdale Festival of Food, this open day offers a behind-the-scenes look at Halifax’s only independent micro-brewery. Visitors can observe the brewing process firsthand and meet the brewers to discover how their cask and keg beers are crafted.

Date & Time

Friday 11th September 2026
1:00pm – 5:00pm

Location

Darkland Indie Brewery
Unit 4C, Ladyship Business Park
Halifax
HX3 6TA

Why Visit?

This event provides a rare opportunity for beer enthusiasts and curious locals to engage directly with independent craft brewers. Guests can explore the working site, learn about the technical stages of brewing, and relax in the taproom with a selection of freshly brewed beers.

Event Highlights

• Live demonstrations of the brewing process
• Opportunities to explore the micro-brewery site
• Conversations with brewers Ian and Pullmayra
• Freshly brewed cask and keg beers available in the taproom

Admission

Free entry

Plan Your Visit

The brewery is situated at Unit 4C, Ladyship Business Park in Halifax, located next to Halifax Diamonds Gymnastics. Visitors can drop in throughout the afternoon to tour the site, speak to the team, and purchase drinks in the taproom.