There is sometimes nothing more pleasurable than a good old-fashioned picnic.
It’s a chance to get outdoors with your friends and family and relax while munching on great food.
And as the UK experiences an ongoing hot spell, now is the perfect time to soak up the sunshine.
We asked you to tell us the perfect places for a picnic across Leeds, and you came up with some fantastic suggestions.
From Roundhay Park to Temple Newsam, these are some of the top picnic spots in our city.

7. Pudsey Park
With a skate park, playground, bowling green, and café, Pudsey Park is filled with things to do. Simply sitting in the park's sunshine is also pretty enjoyable.
8. Temple Newsam
The Temple Newsam estate, including its parkland, playground, and gardens, is completely free to explore. After a picnic, you may be tempted to check out the historic house where admission prices start at £4.50. | Gerard Binks

9. Yeadon Tarn
Yeadon Tarn is a great picnic spot for activity lovers. Alongside enjoying the serene scenery, here you can find a BMX track, fishing pond, and water sports opportunities. | Local Library
10. Otley Chevin
Otley Chevin may be the highest picnic spot in Leeds, offering you views across the Otley suburb. While it is gorgeous to explore all year round, the hiking area is particularly popular in the summer months. | Jonathan Gawthorpe

11. RSPB St Aidan's
RSPB St Aidan's used to be an open cast mine but now it is a vibrant nature reserve. If you're a keen birdwatcher, add this space to your picnic list. | Google

12. Woodhouse Moor
Just a few minutes away from Leeds' universities, Woodhouse Moor is a popular student picnic spot. Here you can find an expansive grassland area alongside sports pitches and a playground. | Iconic Media Group

