Beer gardens in Leeds: 9 of the best beer gardens and pub courtyards near me from Headingley to the city centre
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Looking for somewhere to kick back under the summer sun this weekend?
These beer gardens in Leeds are ideal for soaking up the rays over an ice cold pint or two, with several venues soundtracking your weekend with some of Leeds' best selectors and DJs.
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Hide AdFrom vast beer gardens to intimate courtyards, here are nine of the best beer gardens in Leeds according to Google Reviews.
Kirkstall Bridge Inn
12 Bridge Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3BW
This riverside pub is part of Kirkstall Brewery, located on the Grade II Kirkstall bridge over the River Aire.
The pub is rated 4.6 stars out of five, with visitors saying: "Good garden with a flowing amber river of beer."
Seating in the beer garden operates on a first come, first served basis.
Northern Monk Refectory
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Refectory is a ten-minute walk from Leeds train station and features a large beer garden in front of The Old Flax Store building.
Visitors can drink beer brewed on the floor below from the 20 taps of fresh Northern Monk beer on site.
A Nation Of Shopkeepers
26-27 Cookridge Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 3AG
With an eclectic interior and a nice outside area, A Nation of Shopkeepers has been the go-to hub for creatives for nearly a decade.
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Hide AdEnjoy craft beer and cocktails in the courtyard located just off the bustling Cookridge Street in Leeds city centre, or take a seat indoors for a little shelter from the sun.
The Dry Dock
Woodhouse Ln., Leeds LS2 3AX
This shipwrecked boat located on Woodhouse Lane provides a bit of kitsch-style wonderment for beer garden lovers.
Sit back and soak up the sun on deck, or head inside for a home-cooked meal and some pub snacks.
Springwell: North Brewing Company
Springwell Works, Buslingthorpe Ln, Leeds LS7 2DF
This 21000 square foot brewery has food stalls and plenty of beer to enjoy in their expansive outdoor seating area.
DJs also perform vinyl sets at Springwell all weekend.
The Midnight Bell
101 Water Ln, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 5QN
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Hide AdThis local brewery-run gastropub serves a menu of British classics and its own brand cask ales, all with a sizable outdoor space.
Visitors said: "Good selection of local beer and ale, nice menu with good home-cooked food."
Water Lane Boathouse
Canal Wharf, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 5PS
Water Lane Boathouse is a bi-level pub by the water, offering seasonal fare in a relaxed environment with a roomy outdoor area.
With DJs every weekend and Neapolitan-style pizza cooked on site, visitors can make the most out of the sunshine here.
The Original Oak
2 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2DG
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The sizable beer garden on site at The Original Oak captures just enough rays to keep visitors warm, with plenty of shady spots too for much needed shelter from the heat.
SALT Granary Wharf
Candle House, Granary Wharf, Leeds LS1 4GJ
SALT is a craft-focused city centre bar located in the picturesque location of Granary Wharf.
With enough outdoor seating for regulars to kick back and bask in the sunshine, SALT is bound to attract shoppers as the days begin to warm up.
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