‘Huge space, amazing beers’: 11 of the best beer gardens to enjoy an outdoor pint in Leeds, according to you

It is going to be perfect weather for a pint in the sun ☀️🍻

Leeds is set to enjoy some glorious sunshiLeeds is set to enjoy some glorious sunshine and extremely warm weather over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Temperatures are expected to reach 30 degrees in the coming days as many residents of the city enjoy another long weekend. The UK Health Safety Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow heat health warning for the coming days.

Parkside Tavern has a hidden gem of a beer garden upstairs.placeholder image
Parkside Tavern has a hidden gem of a beer garden upstairs. | Iconic Media Group

Nothing quite beats going for a refreshing drink in a beer garden on a sunny day. Fortunately, the good weather has arrived at the perfect time.

We asked the Yorkshire Evening Post’s readers which are their favourites in the city. Here are the spots that were recommended:

Duck and Drake

One reader wrote: “I really like the Duck and Drake beer garden & they look after their beers.”

The Original Oak

A reader recommended this pub in Headingley because: “ Huge space, amazing beer.”

The New Conservatory

One of our readers explained: “New con has the advantage of the outdoor bar.”

The Wand and Tankard

The beer garden for the Hole in Wand offers an extra bit of magic. One of our readers explained: “Magical themed beer Garden with different themed huts, fantasy cocktails and wizards!”

Cafe 212

One reader said: “Cafe 212 is pretty mint currently…”

Parkside Tavern

A reader wrote: “Parkside Tavern has 4 of the best outdoor areas!”

Other pubs that were recommended by those on the Yorkshire Evening Post Facebook page include Queens Court & Pride, Three Legs, Lamb and Flag, The Two Pointers and The Bridge Inn in Kirkstall. The beer garden at the Wetherspoons next to the Civic Hall in Leeds also got a shout out from our readers.

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