Each of the 28 independent pubs have been chosen for their great atmosphere and drinks on offer.
The 2021 guide features 409 pubs across the Yorkshire region, with 33 newly listed, plus 195 breweries.
It is the 49th edition of CAMRA's best-selling The Good Beer Guide, with contributors encouraging readers to support their local pubs and breweries in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Guide, which surveys 4,500 pubs across the UK, is considered the definitive beer drinker’s guide to the very best pints in the most picturesque and friendly pubs.
Despite being hampered by lockdowns and restrictions in the early part of this year, thousands of independent volunteers have worked together to compile this year’s entries, helping to identify significant trends and themes locally and nationally.
CAMRA National Chairman Nik Antona said: “After the struggles of the past 18 months for the industry, it is great that The Good Beer Guide figures are showing the resilience of pubs and brewers in the face of strife – a national increase in brewery numbers after they dipped last year for the first time, as well as over 500 new pub entries.
"This is great to see, especially coupled with the news from the Government’s latest Budget, including the announcement of a new, lower rate of duty for draught beer and cider.
“However, the industry is still vulnerable in the aftermath of COVID-19 lockdowns. Breweries still face issues around costs of goods, lack of business rate relief and silence from the Government on Small Brewers’ Relief reform. We are calling on the Government to make sure the new draught duty rate applies to containers 20L and up so that all our small and independent brewers can benefit.”
The Good Beer Guide 2022 is now available from the CAMRA shop at and there is an updated app version available for download on both iOS and Android device.
These are the Leeds pubs featured in the list:
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A total of 30 pubs have bagged a place in this year's prestigious CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide.
. Cardigan Arms
The Cardigan Arms in Kirkstall Road, Burley, has secured a place in this year's guide. The Kirkstall Brewery owned pub was particularly praised for the good work done renovating the Grade-II listed Victorian building, and its "fine woodwork, etched glass and ornamented ceilings" and "splendid brewery mirrors and antique chandeliers."
. Kirkstall Bridge Inn
Another Kirkstall Brewery owned pub also made the list. The Kirkstall Bridge in, in Bridge Road, Kirkstall, was noted for its range of cask ales and changing guest ales, as well as food, popular events and for being dog-friendly. The selection of board games was also mentioned too. Particular beers noted were the Kirkstall Pale Ale, Three Swords and Black Band Porter.
. Whitelock's
The historic Whitelock's Ale House also secured a spot on the list. Described by John Betjeman as the "very heart of Leeds", CAMRA praised it for its well-chosen mixture of local beers and "interesting ales from quality brewers further afield."
. The Fleece, Pudsey
Pudsey's The Fleece, in Fartown, Pudsey, is described as a "community focused pub". A regular winner of CAMRA awards, the guide praised its good selection of beers and locally sourced changing beer selection.
. The Brunswick
The Brunswick in North Street, Leeds city centre, was praised for its "eyecatching exterior mural" and "modern vibe". Critics noted its good selection of five changing beers and "mega" Sunday lunches.
. The Brudenell
Gig venue Brudenell Social Club has been included in the guide with the authors' highlighting how the bars "community-centred, family-friendly local with a lively atmosphere." The guide notes that an annual beer festival is held January.
. Further North
Micropub Further North, in Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, also bagged a spot in the Good Beer Guide. The "quirky retro" feel of the bar and the "welcoming, family-friendly" atmosphere were praised, with particular note there being no TVs. Alongside cask ale, the guide states that there are seven UK and continental beers and a "fridge stocked with quality world beers".
. The Old Cock
The Old Cock in Crossgate, Otley, has been included in the guide again. The guide stated: "An award-winning and genuine free house which has been cleverly converted from a former cafe ́ in such a way that you would think it had been a pub for many years."
1. Cardigan Arms
The Cardigan Arms in Kirkstall Road, Burley, has secured a place in this year's guide. The Kirkstall Brewery owned pub was particularly praised for the good work done renovating the Grade-II listed Victorian building, and its "fine woodwork, etched glass and ornamented ceilings" and "splendid brewery mirrors and antique chandeliers."
2. Kirkstall Bridge Inn
Another Kirkstall Brewery owned pub also made the list. The Kirkstall Bridge in, in Bridge Road, Kirkstall, was noted for its range of cask ales and changing guest ales, as well as food, popular events and for being dog-friendly. The selection of board games was also mentioned too. Particular beers noted were the Kirkstall Pale Ale, Three Swords and Black Band Porter.
3. Whitelock's
The historic Whitelock's Ale House also secured a spot on the list. Described by John Betjeman as the "very heart of Leeds", CAMRA praised it for its well-chosen mixture of local beers and "interesting ales from quality brewers further afield."
4. The Fleece, Pudsey
Pudsey's The Fleece, in Fartown, Pudsey, is described as a "community focused pub". A regular winner of CAMRA awards, the guide praised its good selection of beers and locally sourced changing beer selection.
5. The Brunswick
The Brunswick in North Street, Leeds city centre, was praised for its "eyecatching exterior mural" and "modern vibe". Critics noted its good selection of five changing beers and "mega" Sunday lunches.
6. The Brudenell
Gig venue Brudenell Social Club has been included in the guide with the authors' highlighting how the bars "community-centred, family-friendly local with a lively atmosphere." The guide notes that an annual beer festival is held January.