The Best Beer Gardens and Rooftop Terraces in Yorkshire
From secret beer gardens to elegant terraces, everything is always better al fresco
Shibden Mill Inn
This Michelin-recommended inn is a step above your standard country hideaway. The seating in the gated courtyard is a real sun trap and you can regularly catch live musicians playing here, making the perfect backdrop for a crisp pint of something delicious.
Halifax HX3 7UL
01422 365840
shibdenmillinn.com
The Drovers Arms
This award-winning country pub in the tiny village of Skipwith is rightly popular for its hearty food and expansive gin menu. The pub garden is pleasantly simple, in keeping with the laidback and welcoming atmosphere of the pub.
York Road, Selby YO8 5SF
01175 7288088
thedroversarmsskipwith.com
The Fairfax Arms
Enjoy a pint by the gentle waters of the stream which runs past the pub in this pretty corner of Yorkshire. The terrace area is elegant, with parasols for each table should the weather turn or should you need a reprieve from the sun. The well-stocked bar with local cask ales and artisan wines is a favourite with locals and visitors alike.
11 Main Street, Gilling East, Helmsley, York YO62 4JH
01439 788212
thefairfaxarms.co.uk
The Alice Hawthorn
For a tipple in the sun, the grassy courtyard here is where to head – a neatly-kept space perfect for a quiet drink. Alongside the range of beers, take time to peruse their carefully-curated wine list.
The Green, Nun Monkton, York YO26 8EW
01423 330303
thealicehawthorn.com
The Hart Inn
A coastal gem in the quaint village of Sandsend, we love the rustic pub garden tacked on the side here. A proper Yorkshire pub, there’s a good choice of drinks at the bar and the menu features all your favourite, home-cooked classics.
Sandsend Road, Sandsend YO21 3SU
01947 893304
thehartinn-sandsend.foodndrink.uk
The Lister Arms
A classic country inn tucked under Malham Cove, The Lister Arms is a haven for foodies and holds an AA Rosette for its efforts, but you’ll find plenty of space to enjoy a pint overlooking the green to the front, or on the outdoor terrace behind the inn.
Malham, Skipton BD23 4DB
01729 830444
listerarms.co.uk
Pipe and Glass
This Michelin-starred former coaching inn is an oasis of greenery, with lots of pretty nooks and crannies to explore in the cleverly designed garden which provides produce for the kitchen, and there’s plenty of seating outside for drinking and dining, on the informal picnic-style benches at the front, or on the terrace at the rear of the inn.
West End, South Dalton, Beverley HU17 7PN
01430 810246
pipeandglass.co.uk
Whitelock’s Ale House
Stop by Leeds’s oldest public house for a pint in the sunshine. The space given over to al fresco tipples is narrow and long, lit up by stringed lights and flanked by floral hanging baskets and shrubs. At the bar you’ll find an appreciation for classic and contemporary beers, all sourced locally.
Turks Head Yard, Leeds LS1 6HB
01132 453950
whitelocksleeds.com
The Fat Badger
A warren of cosy nooks and crannies found in the heart of York, head out to the back to the Secret Garden for one of our favourite hidden al fresco experiences in the city, with the Minster perfectly framed in the background.
2–4 High Petergate, York YO1 7EH
01904 654112
thefatbadgeryork.com
The White House Inn
Overlooking the golf course, if this charming spot was any closer to the sea it would be on the sand. As it is, the inn has uninterrupted views of the coast from its garden to the rear. Meals here are hearty, and expect a good range of ales and wine from the bar.
Upgang Lane, Whitby YO21 3JJ
01947 600469
whitehouse-whitby.com
Water Lane Boathouse
Bring your four-legged friendly to this conveniently central location right by the water in Leeds. The garden is a proper sun trap and open year-round (protected by a tent in colder weather). As well as classic beer options, there’s a good variety of cocktails here too.
Canal Wharf, Leeds LS11 5PS
0113 246 0985
waterlaneboathouse.com
The Inn at South Stainley
Tucked between Harrogate and Ripon, and with one of the biggest and best beer gardens in the area, this outdoor space is perfect for a peaceful pint or al fresco dining. The popular pub has a great selection of local ales, wines and cocktails and serves good seasonal pub grub.
Ripon Road, South Stainley, Harrogate HG3 3ND
01423 779060
theinnsouthstainley.com
The Fauconberg
You’ll find this cosy 17th century pub perched on the edge of the Howardian Hills. There are seats to catch the sun to the front of the pub, and a relaxed garden with expansive views to the rear, plus a lively bar and popular restaurant inside.
Coxwold, North Yorkshire YO61 4AD
01347 868214
fauconbergarms.com
The Pine Marten
A classic hotel with playful, contemporary touches, we love how eclectic The Pine Marten is. With a great garden to the rear, you’ll find plenty of seating surrounding a water feature in the neatly formal outdoor space.
Otley Road, Harrogate HG3 1UE
01423 709999
thepinemarten.com
Tan Hill Inn
Higher than any other pub in Britain, to say Tan Hill Inn has great views and plenty of outdoor space is an understatement. This location dates back to the 17th century and the pub has a commitment to serving quality ale – enjoy a pint of the best in the stunning surroundings of Swaledale.
Reeth, Richmond, Swaledale DL11 6ED
01833 533007
tanhillinn.com
Horseshoe Hotel
With a vast amount of green space, this is the ideal pit stop when you are exploring the North York Moors. Traditional and fuss-free, give the menu of pub classics a glance as you enjoy a pint in the sun.
Egton Bridge, Whitby YO21 1XE
01947 895245
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Lamb & Flag
Enjoy a full range of Leeds Brewery beers from the bar at this city centre location which is within site of Leeds Minster. The outdoor area is spread across two levels, with dainty fairy lights strung across the lower courtyard, whilst the upper level has views across the city.
1 Church Row, Leeds LS2 7HD
0113 243 1255
lambandflagleeds.co.uk
Kirkstall Bridge Inn
You’ll find this spot on a gentle stretch of the River Aire. This is Kirkstall Brewery’s original pub, and unsurprisingly features their full range of tipples as well as plenty besides, plus a menu of pub classics. Fair warning, the beer garden can get waterlogged in wetter weather.
12 Bridge Road, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3BW
01132 784044
kirkstallbridge.co.uk
The Carpenters Arms
We love how peaceful this award-winning boutique country inn in the quiet village of Felixkirk is. Outside, the spacious and sprawling garden and terrace area, dotted with box trees and lavender beds, overlooks the Vale of Mowbray, an it’s the perfect place for a quiet pint or something from the award-winning seasonal menu.
Felixkirk, Thirsk YO7 2DP
01845 537369
provenance-collection.co.uk
