And what better place to spend the day in Leeds than a lovely sun-trap beer gardens or rooftop terrace.
Luckily for us, there’s no shortage of bars and pubs in Leeds with the perfect outdoor seating to enjoy a pint and the sun.
Here are 17 of the best sun-trap beer gardens and rooftop terraces across Leeds as the weather improves - and what customers have to say.
7. Belgrave Music Hall
Belgrave Music Hall, in Cross Belgrave Street, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 3,796 Google reviews. A customer at Belgrave Music Hall said: “One of our favourite places to visit in Leeds. Good selection of beers, the best chips you'll ever eat and a roof garden that's the best around.” | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
8. Lamb and Flag
Lamb & Flag, in Church Row, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 2,001 Google reviews. A customer at Lamb & Flag said: “Nice chilled out pub on the edge of Leeds city centre. Beer garden is a great place for a drink in the summer. Tasty food, will definitely try to visit again!” | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
9. Parkside Tavern
Parkside Tavern, in Merrion Street, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 825 Google reviews. A customer at Parkside Tavern said: “Great place for cheap drinks, especially when the sun is out! They have 3 beer gardens so a perfect spot for sunny afternoons!” | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
10. The Woods
The Woods, in Stainbeck Corner, has a rating of 4.3 stars from 747 Google reviews. A customer at the Woods said: “Lovely rooftop bar in the middle of Chapel Allerton, only had drinks there and watched the sun go down. Will be back.” | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
11. The Chevin Inn
Chevin Inn, in Chevin Road, has a rating of 4.2 stars from 579 Google reviews. A customer at Chevin Inn said: “Great little local pub! The beer garden view is amazing, so can't wait to spend more time out there this summer! Good selection of beers, they had Timothy Taylor Landlord which is a favourite! Dog friendly too inside and out.” | Google Photo: Google
12. The Mustard Pot
Mustard Pot, in Stainbeck Lane, has a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,387 Google reviews. A customer at Mustard Pot said: “A splendid beer garden. Comfortable inside. Toilets far left. Bar front right. Good food. A family pub used by children. Concert tent in the beer garden.” | Jonathan Gawthorpe Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe