From 2pm – 11pm The largest outdoor comedy festival in the UK returns this summer! Kirkstall Abbey Comedy Festival tickets are on sale now! With Jason Manford, Dara Ó Briain, Lucy Beaumont, Sara Pascoe, Alan Davies and Geoff Norcott. Following on from 2024’s sell-out inaugural event, 2026’s festival boasts a lineup that includes comedian, presenter, […]
We're thrilled to announce the return of live music to Kirkstall Abbey, with The Sunshine Underground's big reunion show next year!Celebrating the 20th anniversary of their classic 2006 album 'Raise the Alarm', the Leeds legends will be joined by support including White Lies, The Futureheads and Hard-Fi.We can't wait to welcome music fans back to our beautiful 850-year-old abbey - […]
Announcing the next show of 2026's Live at Kirkstall Abbey concert series: The Streets on 24 July - 5pm.Inimitable frontman Mike Skinner and his band will be performing their seminal second album A Grand Don’t Come for Free in full for the first time ever, including some tracks that have never been played live before.One of […]
Enjoy a reflective walk around the Abbey grounds and as you walk, discover your qualities of kindness, strength, appreciation and stillness. Meet at the reception of the Kirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre/Cafe, Abbey Road, LS5 3EH (Please let reception know that you are there for the walk and the walk facilitator will then be able to […]
Enjoy a reflective walk around the Abbey grounds and as you walk, discover your qualities of kindness, strength, appreciation and stillness. Meet at the reception of the Kirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre/Cafe, Abbey Road, LS5 3EH (Please let reception know that you are there for the walk and the walk facilitator will then be able to […]
This years Festival is going to be on the 11th of July 2026 so pop it in your diary!Kirkstall festival is run entirely by volunteers and we really could use help on the run up and on the day! Let us know if you'd be able to join our wonderful volunteer team!More info about the […]
LIVE MUSIC. HISTORIC SETTING. SUMMER NIGHT MAGIC. Following huge demand, Weetwood Mac are returning to Kirkstall Abbey — now joined by The Ultimate ELO for a spectacular night celebrating two of the greatest bands of all time Set inside the breathtaking abbey church, this special fundraising event promises incredible music, amazing atmosphere, and a chance […]
Enjoy a reflective walk around the Abbey grounds and as you walk, discover your qualities of kindness, strength, appreciation and stillness. Meet at the reception of the Kirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre/Cafe, Abbey Road, LS5 3EH (Please let reception know that you are there for the walk and the walk facilitator will then be able to […]
Join us this July for an unforgettable evening of outdoor theatre in the stunning grounds of Kirkstall Abbey as The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet 7pm - 10pm. Whether you know the story by heart or are seeing it for the first time, this is a Romeo and […]
Join us this July for an unforgettable evening of outdoor theatre in the stunning grounds of Kirkstall Abbey as The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet 7pm - 10pm. Whether you know the story by heart or are seeing it for the first time, this is a Romeo and […]
Join us this July for an unforgettable evening of outdoor theatre in the stunning grounds of Kirkstall Abbey as The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet 7pm - 10pm. Whether you know the story by heart or are seeing it for the first time, this is a Romeo and […]
Enjoy a reflective walk around the Abbey grounds and as you walk, discover your qualities of kindness, strength, appreciation and stillness. Meet at the reception of the Kirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre/Cafe, Abbey Road, LS5 3EH (Please let reception know that you are there for the walk and the walk facilitator will then be able to […]
