With Leeds currently experiencing another spell of hot weather with temperatures expected to climb above 30°C, many people will be looking for somewhere to enjoy a cold drink outdoors.
From canalside terraces and hidden courtyards to large suburban gardens and city-centre sun traps, Leeds is home to plenty of pubs and bars with excellent outdoor spaces.
Whether you're after a pint beside the water, a rooftop view or a traditional beer garden, there are plenty of options across the city.
Here are 10 great beer gardens in Leeds to visit during the warm weather.
1. Beck and Call - 4.4⭐
Perhaps home to one of Leeds' largest suburban beer gardens, the Beck and Call has become a popular destination due to its all-day sun and family-friendly atmosphere. 📍Stainbeck Rd, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2NP | Iconic Media Group Photo: Simon Hulme
2. Water Lane Boathouse - 4.3⭐
The canalside Water Lane Boathouse is one of Leeds' best-known outdoor drinking spots, with large waterside terraces overlooking the canal close to Leeds station. 📍Canal Wharf, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 5PS
3. Midnight Bell - 4.4⭐
Hidden away in Holbeck Urban Village, The Midnight Bell's enclosed courtyard beer garden has become a favourite for summer drinks and pub food. 📍101 Water Ln, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 5QN
4. Whitelock's Ale House - 4.6⭐
Whitelock's courtyard in Turk's Head Yard fills quickly on sunny afternoons and remains one of the city's classic outdoor drinking spots. 📍Turk's Head Yard, Leeds LS1 6HB | Iconic Media Group Photo: James Hardisty
5. Pack Horse - 4.4⭐
Tucked away in Packhorse Yard, this city-centre pub offers a hidden courtyard just off Briggate. 📍Pack Horse Yard, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6AT | Google Street View
6. The Original Oak - 4.4⭐
The Original Oak's huge Headingley beer garden is legendary among Leeds students and sports fans, with plenty of outdoor seating and large screens. 📍2 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2DG | Iconic Media Group Photo: James Hardisty