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Head of Steam, Huddersfield
The Head of Steam opened at Huddersfield railway station in 1996 and sits on the opposite side of the station from the King’s Head, creating the well-known real ale “bookends”. It occupies the former ticket office and has entrances from St George’s Square and Platform 1. Inside, the pub is split into four areas around the central bar, with plenty of railway character throughout. One side concentrates on cask ale and cider, while the other carries a wider draught range. It makes an easy second Huddersfield pub without leaving the station.
Pub information
📍 Address
St George’s Square, Huddersfield, HD1 1JB
🕒 Opening hours
Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00; Fri–Sat 11:00–00:00; Sun 12:00–22:00
🍺 Beer
Up to 14 real ales, with regular and changing cask choices alongside real cider and a wider craft beer range.
🚶 From Huddersfield station
At Huddersfield station, with access from Platform 1 and St George’s Square.
About Huddersfield
Huddersfield is a major stop with two station pubs and Sportsman Beerhouse close by.
