Locksley Distilling tour and tasting: 90 minutes of gin-making in Sheffield

Watch gin come together in a working distillery, then taste what the botanicals actually do.

A 90-minute guided distillery tour at Locksley Distilling in Sheffield includes a complimentary gin and tonic on arrival, a behind-the-scenes look at spirit production in a historic building, and a tasting session focused on the botanicals in their core range. The tour runs Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. You must be at least 18 to attend. A steep flight of stairs is part of the route.

Step-by-step itinerary

Distillery tour and tasting experience

• Enjoy complimentary gin and tonic
• Take guided distillery tour
• Participate in expert tasting session

The experience

Ninety minutes gets you through the full picture of how Locksley makes gin. You arrive with a refreshing gin and tonic already in hand, then a live guide walks you through the production process in the distillery itself: housed in a Grade 2* listed building that gives the whole operation a sense of place. The tour is intimate enough that you can ask questions as you go, and the guide covers both the history of the distillery and the thinking behind what they make.

The tasting wraps up the visit. Instead of just sampling spirits, you learn what each botanical actually contributes to the final drink, so you understand the choices behind the core range. This is the part that sticks with people who care about how their gin tastes the way it does.

What’s included

• A complimentary gin and tonic on arrival.
• a 90-minute guided tour led by a live English-speaking guide.
• an expert tasting session of the core range with botanical explanations.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday, Friday and SaturdayDepartures at 15:00 and 18:30

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Locksley Distilling Co. Ltd.

Is this one for you?The live guide speaks English and keeps the pace conversational, so anyone curious about how gin is actually made (whether you're a spirits enthusiast or just exploring) can follow comfortably and ask questions as you go.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the steep flight of stairs about during the Locksley tour?

The stairs are part of the route through the distillery building itself. They're a fixed part of the 90-minute experience. If stairs are a concern, contact the operator before booking to discuss the layout.

Can I do the Locksley distillery tour on a Monday or Tuesday?

The tour runs Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. Those are the three days Locksley offers the experience.

What do I actually taste during the tasting session?

You taste Locksley's core range of gins, with the guide explaining the botanicals in each one. The tasting is the final part of the 90-minute visit and focuses on understanding what makes each spirit distinct.

Is there a minimum age to join the tour?

Yes, you must be at least 18 years old. The tour includes alcoholic beverages, so age verification is required.

How do I get to Locksley Distilling in Sheffield?

Public transportation options are available near the distillery. The operator can provide specific directions and transit details when you book.