There's no shortage of bars offering panoramic views of the city - and, if you can bag a spot, Headrow House, Angelica, and Green Room are some of the best on warm summer evenings. My favourite is at Roland's, on Call Lane. The terrace is the ideal place to soak in the sun with a large, cold vino blanco, listening to the city buzz.placeholder image
There's no shortage of bars offering panoramic views of the city - and, if you can bag a spot, Headrow House, Angelica, and Green Room are some of the best on warm summer evenings. My favourite is at Roland's, on Call Lane. The terrace is the ideal place to soak in the sun with a large, cold vino blanco, listening to the city buzz. | Jonathan Gawthorpe

Why Leeds is the best place in the UK when it's summer time - from rooftop bars to West Indian Carnival

When summer arrived, there is no better place to enjoy the sun than in Leeds.

This vibrant northern city knows how to turn up the heat and make the most of those long, sunny days.

Whether it's at a rooftop bar with a crisp glass of wine, or at one of the city's many exciting events, Leeds is the ultimate summer playground.

Here are seven reasons why I think Leeds is the best place in the UK when it's summer time -

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