DISTILLERY TOUR experience
Forged Spirits Distillery Tour Experience
Discover Wakefield’s Handcrafted Gin, Rum & Vodka
A Unique Distillery Tour Experience in West Yorkshire
The Forged Spirits Distillery Tour offers a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of a working small-batch gin, rum and vodka distillery in the heart of Wakefield. Designed for those who appreciate craftsmanship, flavour, and the art of spirit-making, our tour provides an authentic and engaging experience unlike any other.
Located within the creative surroundings of Tileyard North, our distillery tour is personal, hands-on, and rich in detail. Whether you’re a gin enthusiast, a curious newcomer, or someone searching for a memorable gift experience, our distillery tour experience delivers insight, inspiration, and exceptional spirits.
What You Can Expect from Our Distillery Tour Experience
Each Forged Spirits distillery tour experience lasts approximately two and a half to three hours and is hosted by founder and head distiller Gary Ford. You’ll be welcomed into our intimate production space and introduced to the full journey of spirit creation — from selecting botanicals to bottling.
The tour includes:
Guided tour of the distillery
Gain insight into our history, values, and production methods. See the stills up close, learn how our gin and vodka are developed, and explore the ingredients and processes that shape our spirits.
Tasting session
Enjoy at least three full samples (double measures) of our spirits, including gin, vodka and rum from our core range and seasonal specials. All tastings are served with premium mixers and a discussion of flavour profiles and pairings.
Q&A with the distiller
Ask questions, explore curiosities, and deepen your understanding of craft distillation in a relaxed, conversational setting.
Exclusive discount
As part of your visit, receive 15% off any bottles or merchandise purchased on the day.
Location and Accessibility
Our distillery is located at:
Forged Spirits Distillery
Tileyard North
Wakefield, WF1 5FY
The location is fully wheelchair accessible, and has parking nearby. We’re situated next to The Hepworth Wakefield, making the tour an ideal part of a full day out in the city.
Booking Options
The distillery tour experience is priced at £25 per person and is open to individuals, couples, and small groups. Tours are typically held on weekends, and advance booking is required due to limited capacity.
You can Book a specific date via our distillery tour product page
Purchase a gift voucher for flexible scheduling — ideal for birthdays, holidays, or thank-you gifts
Tours are suitable for guests aged 18 and over.
Ideal For
Gin and vodka lovers
Yorkshire day trips
Couples and friends
Corporate team building
Unique gift experiences
Visitors to Wakefield and West
Yorkshire
What Sets Us Apart
Forged Spirits is an independent, family-run distillery dedicated to producing high-quality, small-batch spirits using traditional methods and modern thinking. We distil everything in-house, by hand, and with full attention to flavour, balance, and integrity. Our distillery tour is an extension of our ethos — transparent, engaging, and refreshingly unpretentious.
This is not a tourist attraction built for mass groups. It’s a working distillery, opened up for people who genuinely want to understand what goes into a bottle of gin or vodka. We make the experience personal, and we welcome you as we would a guest in our own space.
We are proud to be featured on the Experience Wakefield website
Visitor Feedback
“Our distillery tour with Forged Spirits was a highlight of our weekend in Wakefield. It was educational without being overwhelming, and the tasting was superb. We left with a bottle of something we’d never tried before — and loved.”
“I’ve done a few gin experiences across the UK, and this one stands out because of how close you get to the real process. It’s informal but really informative, and the host clearly knows his stuff.”