The 10 best beer gardens in Leeds
When the sun starts shining, we all just wanna get into that beer garden don't we? Well, Leeds has you covered there. But, with all that choice, we thought we'd narrow it down for you, so scroll down and check it out!
Date published: 13th Jul 2022
Leeds is a city with drinking at its heart, not only is it the home of Tetleys but it's got an overwhelming amount of beer gardens to sup a crisp sun-soaked pint in. But with all that choice, where do you go? Don't worry, we're here to be your helping hand (until you get too drunk then it's on your mates to carry you) and show you all the best beer gardens in Leeds to spend your time.
We've got the fancy terraces of cocktail bars, wooden benches on the back fields, the perfect boozy rooftop adventure, and a cool little back alley. Whatever your wants and desires Yorkshire's largest city has you covered, so check it out down below and get planning that session with your pals.
Image: Brudenell Social Club on Facebook
When: 12pm - 11pm Sunday to Thursday, Open until 12am Friday and Saturday
Where: 33 Queen's Rd, Burley, Leeds LS6 1NY
Every gig-goer in Leeds knows what the Brudenell is about, with barely a night a week without a gig, it's one of the most prolific venues in the city. But, what many don't know is that you can come and enjoy its big new beer garden at any time. Now kitted out with its own pizza truck the social club's garden is a great spot to enjoy the sun in Burley, and an even better spot to chill before one of their diverse range of gigs.
This may not be the fanciest Leeds beer garden, but the amenities and old-school, laid-back vibe of the place really sets it apart.
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Image: Chow Down on Facebook
When: Opening times vary, check the website for details
Where: Temple Arches, Leeds LS11 5QG
Residing at Temple Arches, Leeds’ ultimate outdoor booze, scran and live entertainment experience is back for 2022. With a modern summery vibe and just a short walk from Leeds train station, Chow Down is one of THE places to go in the summer for a top day out. This year brings some great new delights, these include new resident food kitchens, a three-tier sun terrace, a nine-hole alfresco crazy golf course called Palm Swings, the return of the Tipple cocktail bar, and a new themed bar called Tanqueray Terrace.
not only this, but Chow Down are also bringing a whole host of Live Music acts, including Greg Wilson, Norman Jay, DJ Paulette and The Cuban Brothers to name a few. So get your tickets booked asap, and don't miss out on all the top nights at Chow Down!
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Image: East 59th on Facebook
When: Opening times vary, check the website for details
Where: Victoria Gate, 3rd Floor Rooftop, George St, Leeds LS2 7AU
Bringing Manhattan to Yorkshire, East 59th is an American-style restaurant by day and a swanky rooftop terrace by night. While the food in the day is unapologetically yank, with huge slabs of meat followed by heaps of ice cream, it's when the sun set that this place comes alive. As the night goes on and drinks come thick and fast, you wouldn't be blamed for thinking you'd been transported across the Atlantic.
So if you're after one of the best beer gardens in Leeds, but want to shake or stir some sophistication into your evening, then East 59th is the place to go.
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Image: Hyde Park Book Club Cafe
When: 9am - 12am every day
Where: 27-29 Headingley Ln., Headingley, Leeds LS6 1BL
This quaint space is one of the coolest spots in the Hyde Park area. Housed in an old, disused petrol station adjoined to a fancy dress shop, Hyde Park Book Club started life as a cafe in 2015 before transforming into a live music and arts space across two floors, with food, drink, books, and records all on offer today, its incredible what they've done with the space.
Now, fit with an outdoor area, and a variety of locally brewed beers, it's a great stop off if your+'re around hyde park on a sunny day, so whilst not the most well-known Leeds beer garden, its character alone earns it a place o this list.
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Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen
Image: Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen on Facebook
When: Open 12pm every day, closing times vary, check website for details.
Where: Cross Belgrave St, Leeds LS2 8JP
Belgrave is another bar that needs no introduction if you are a resident of Leeds. You're unlikely to find more fun than what goes on around these three floors of boozy brilliance. The only thing that beats what's inside is what's on top; it's fantastic beer garden. The spacious rooftop terrace gets jam-packed the second the clouds subside so you'll have to get there early to get a seat, but when you do the atmosphere is thriving. With a primarily younger crowd, everyone is just there for a good time, and the setting and vibes combined make it one of the best beer gardens in Leeds.
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Image: Headrow House on Facebook
When: 12pm - 12am Sunday to Thursday, 12pm - 2am Friday and Saturday
Where: 19a The Headrow, Leeds LS1 6PU
Another rooftop bonanza here, brought to you by Headrow House. But, unlike those on this list, Headrows rooftop is incredibly unique. You'll feel like a free runner as run up the stairs to all the different sections of the rooftop terrace, there are multiple different levels to the roof alone!
Breathing new life into the textile mill it was built in, Headrow has quickly become a cult favourite in the city, and this is undoubtedly down to its rooftop beer garden, so, go and check what all the hype is about, we promise its worth it.
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Image: NORTHERN MONK REFECTORY // LDS on Facebook
When: Opening times vary, check the website for details
Where: Marshalls Mill, The Old Flax Store, Marshall St, Leeds LS11 9YJ
There are a fair few breweries to be found around Leeds, but our favourite is definitely Northern Monk. The iconic industrial brewhouse has been serving up excellent crafts for years, and with their awesome new(ish) outdoor area to enjoy them in, why wouldn't you be running down here every time the sun rises to a clear sky?
Not only do you get an ever-transforming menu of beers, but you get to enjoy some quality scran from the bi-weekly rotation of street food vendors, you'll just wanna keep on coming back, so get yourself down to one of the best beer gardens in Liverpool for the thing that matters, THE BEER!
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Image: Whitelocks on Facebook
When: 11am - 11pm Sunday to Wednesday, 11am - 12am Thursday to Saturday
Where: Turk's Head Yard, Leeds LS1 6HB
Now this quirky little back alley is home to a veteran of the city, Whitelocks, and those lucky punters who manage to get a seat will be treated to a proper unique boozing experience. The Whitelocks beer garden ain't only quirky, but it's also older than America! clocking in at over 300 years old, and it's still going strong. Offering up the finest ale selection in the city as well as unbeatable pub grub, it's a must-visit even if you cant get an alleyway table.
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Image: Nation of Shopkeepers on Facebook
When: Open 12pm every day, closing times vary, check the website for details.
Where: 26-27 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AG
This city centre establishment has made a name for itself being a cultural home for art, music, beer and food... especially the food. You can be treated to a variety of street food vendors that includes the Chicken Society, Ruby Jean’s Burgers, The Marvellous Pub Grub Co., and a Veg Heads menu full of vegan and veggie treats.
Once you've finished scanning, there are few better places to spend a summer's eve than the Nation of Shop Keepers' incredible beer garden. Encased in exposed brick buildings, the garden is a massive suntrap and will guarantee you get sunkissed skin (or let's be honest, burnt skin) and a premise of a welcoming atmosphere full of drunken shenanigans with your mates. It's a Leeds beer garden you've got to try, so get yourself down!
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Image: The Original Oak on Facebook
When: 10am - 11pm every day
Where: 2 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2DG
Now, this one is a bit out of the city centre in Headingly, but, if you're after a place to watch all the biggest sporting events, then the backyard of The Original Oak is the place to be. With room for hundreds and one ginormous screen at the back, the atmosphere here is unrivalled come matchday, and despite its size, it still gives off classic northern pub energy. Many will feel right at home here and with an outdoor bar and plenty of beers to choose from, it definitely ranks as one of the best beer gardens in Leeds.
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