14 Outdoor Bars and Terraces Across Yorkshire and the North East
Want to make the most of the sunshine? Here's where to sip this summer
BY THE RIVER BREW CO.
Under the iconic Tyne Bridge, this popular Gateshead location is perfect for drinking in the sunshine. The Brewery and Tap Terrace serve their own beers by keg and cask, alongside other well-known UK craft beers, wines and spirits. At weekends, sample the street food from the vendors at the street food market, or pick up a coffee from the Backyard Bikeshop.
Hillgate Quays, Gateshead NE8 2FD
bytheriverbrew.co
IF ROOFTOP
Serving delicious cocktails, cold pints and a beautiful view of Leeds’ city skyline, IF Rooftop bar is the place to go this summer. In the heart of Leeds, unwind after work or start your weekend off right, whatever the occasion, there’s room for you here.
10 Park Cross Street, Leeds LS1 2QH
ifupnorth.co.uk
THE OLDE SHIP INN
Perfect for a cooling spritzer as you come off the beach, this nautical-themed pub with rooms has a renovated beer garden overlooking Seahouses’ harbour. Enjoy a cold pint, glass of Pimms or summer cocktail alongside their delicious new summer menu.
Main Street, Seahouses NE68 7RD
01665 720200
theoldeship.co.uk
RIVERSIDE KELHAM ISLAND
Situated in the trendy Kelham Island, just outside Sheffield’s city centre, Riverside Kelham is open seven days a week for sun-soaked sipping. Whether it’s a gin and tonic or a pint of local beer, they have you covered – plus they have dog-treats behind the bar for your four-legged friends.
1 Mowbray Street, Sheffield S3 8EN
0114 272 4640
riversidesheffield.co.uk
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SOUTH CAUSEY INN
In the heart of the Beamish Valley, this quirky inn has a unique converted, state-of-the-art 1960s fire engine bar with heated private booths for cocktails, home-distilled gins and snacks from the chef’s menu. With a generous covered area, and outdoor space for catching the rays, this is possibly the quirkiest outdoor cocktail bar in County Durham.
Beamish Burn Road, Stanley DH9 0LS
01207 235555
southcausey.co.uk
ALEXANDER’S
Soak up the sun at Skipton’s award-winning grand café, bar and terrace, Alexander’s. From their signature cocktails and fizz to craft beers and gins, there’s plenty of choice here. Take a seat outside on the terrace or in the secret garden and soak up the sun as you sip on the Cherry Blossom, the Pretty in Pink or Alexander’s Royale cocktails. For those not drinking but still wanting to enjoy something refreshing, there are plenty of mocktails, with our personal favourite being the Sacha Summer.
4–6 High Street, Skipton BD23 1JZ
01756 228030
alexanders-skipton.com
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DYLS CAFÉ BAR
There’s a fully covered, heated terrace at this family-run, contemporary riverside bar and café. Set in the iconic Motor House on Skeldergate Bridge overlooking the River Ouse and Clifford’s Tower, they serve a delicious food from breakfasts through to late-night nibbles, plus there’s a superb choice of cold drinks, artisan gins and bespoke cocktails.
Skeldergate Bridge, York YO1 9WJ
dylsyork.co.uk
ROOF THIRTY NINE
Enjoy al fresco dining and terrace drinks on a whole new level at Roof Thirty Nine at Fenwick. Sit back and relax with bespoke cocktails created by Hepple Spirits’ Nick Strangeway, Newcastle’s award-winning bar Mother Mercy, or terrace specials – we love the Margarita Flight with a watermelon and jasmine twist. Cocktails not your thing? You can also toast with a glass of Prosecco or a chilled glass of wine and if you’re feeling peckish, order delicious food from their seasonal menus.
39 Northumberland Street, Newcastle NE1 7AS
fenwick.co.uk
BELGRAVE MUSIC HALL
This 1930s venue in Leeds’ vibrant Northern Quarter has three floors given up to art, film, food and, at the top, the city’s most spectacular roof terrace, where you can enjoy canteen-style food alongside cask ales, premium craft beers and frozen cocktails.
1–1a Cross Belgrave Street, Leeds LS2 8JP
0113 234 6160
belgravemusichall.com
THE SHIP’S CAT
Perfect for catching the sea breeze on a sweltering day, this busy bar, complete with fairy lights and plenty of outdoor tables, serves craft beer alongside a good range of wines and cocktails. There’s a popular food menu here too.
Union Road, Tanner’s Bank, North Shields NE30 1JH
0191 257 7507
theshipscat.com
GREEN ROOM
Nestled in the heart of city, Green Room is home to Leeds’ largest rooftop terrace bar and when the sun is shining there’s nowhere we’d rather be. Nothing short of a glorious oasis for sun worshippers, expect local beer, gin goblets and spritzers all night long.
36 Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 2DE
green-room.com
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THE SCRUFFY DUCK
A quintessentially British pub with heaps of character in the heart of Norton. Serving traditional locally-sourced food and an extensive wine list, The Scruffy Duck is a favourite amongst the locals. Their modern beer garden has plenty of outdoor heaters to keep you warm once the sun goes down.
3 High Street, Norton TS20 1AH
01642 551550
thescruffyduck.co.uk
COACH HOUSE AT MIDDLETON LODGE
Alongside delicious food from their ever-changing seasonal menus, Coach House at Middleton Lodge is the perfect base for al fresco dining and drinking. The outside area, complete with a stretch tent, will keep you shaded from the sun, so sit back and sip on a locally-sourced soft drink, sprit, ale or garden cocktail – there’s also handpicked wines from the estate’s very own sommelier.
Kneeton Lane, Middleton Tyas, Richmond DL10 6NJ
01325 377977
middletonlodge.co.uk
THE LEXINGTON ROOFTOP BAR
Head here for cocktails and a light bite, and stay on to savour the atmosphere at Hull’s chicest rooftop bar. When the sun sets you can stay a while longer as the outdoor terrace is heated (although you can still get the same panoramic city views from inside thanks to the the floor-to-ceiling windows).
24 Ferensway, Hull HU2 8NH
01482 947458
thelexingtonbar.co.uk
