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 -

7. Monopoly Leeds Takeover
This was an unexpected delight - and something that has never been done on such a huge scale anywhere else in the world. I challenged myself to complete the entire Monopoly Leeds Takeover this summer. The satisfaction I felt in having a fully completed map full - and knowing I’d explored my city in way I’d never normally have been able to - was incomparable. | Steve Riding


