Long week at work capped by lying in the sun with a cold beer in beautiful surroundings, it sounds like bliss doesn’t it? Well lucky for you Leeds has a number of stunning spots to kick back, relax and take in the good weather.
The Met Office has predicted that the UK will get “a warm plume of air being drawn in from the south” this weekend that will bring hotter and more unsettled conditions, and will lead to the first heat-health alert of the year.
In Leeds it is expected that temperatures in some areas could reach as high as 25°C on Saturday and Sunday so with that in mind here 11 of the best sunbathing spots in Leeds as chosen by you – the Yorkshire Evening Post readers...
7. Bramley Park
Bramley Park is a large community park, 4 miles west of the city centre, set on a hillside with a lovely views of the surrounding countryside. Photo: Gary Longbottom
8. Park Square
Park Square is a well known spot and became a sunbathing location of choice during last July's record-breaking heatwave. Photo: Simon Hulme
9. River Aire
Another ideal spot for sunbathing is along the picturesque River Aire. Photo: Tony Johnson
10. Granary Wharf
Located right outside Leeds station, many readers opted for the choice of bars at Granary Wharf. Photo: Simon Hulme
11. Elland Road Stadium
Following Leeds United's relegation, many readers quipped that the away goal at Elland Road would be the perfect quiet spot in which to sunbathe. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe