It’s set to be a warm bank holiday weekend in Sheffield - perfect for a few hours in the nearest beer garden.
From tucked away spots like the Riverside and the Gardener’s Rest in the city centre, to private back-of-the-pub seating like the Malin Bridge Inn, to all the way out to the countryside for breathtaking view like The Old Horns in High Bradfield, it’s a good time to retreat to the nearest picnic table and enjoy a rest.
Whether you're looking to soak up some sunshine, let the children burn off energy or find a quirky riverside pub in the city centre, there's something for everyone.
We've put together a list of some of the best pubs with beer gardens in Sheffield, based on recommendations by The Star’s readers.
It's not all about the views or the location, with the quality of the food, beer and atmosphere also in the mix for readers when choosing their favourite beer gardens.
How many of these beer gardens have you visited, and do you think there are any not on our list which we should have included?
9. The Three Merry Lads, Lodge Moor
The beer garden at The Three Merry Lads, on Redmires Road, overlooks Sheffield's picturesque Rivelin Valley. It was recommended by a number of readers. Photo: Chris Etchells
10. The Crown Inn, Heeley
The beer garden at The Crown Inn, on the corner of Chesterfield Road and Albert Road, in Heeley, got a number of votes. It's another quirky offering which is always colourfully decked out with flowers and is a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the busy street beyond. Photo: Google
11. The Wisewood Inn, Loxley
The Wisewood Inn, on Loxley Road, Sheffield, won both the best beer garden and best Sunday lunch categories of the Dog Friendly Sheffield annual poll in 2021. Janet Thornton recommended it for the award-winning real ale which is made on the premises, though she did warn people that the parking there is 'rubbish'. Photo: Submitted
12. The Norfolk Arms, Ringinglow Road
The Norfolk Arms pub, on Ringinglow Road, Sheffield, boasts beautiful countryside views across the west of the city. Photo: National World