7 of the best beer gardens in the Bradford district - fancy a pint or cocktail?

Molly Court

4 May 2024 at 0:00 am·3-min read

Where is your favourite beer garden in the Bradford district? <i>(Image: Getty)</i> — Where is your favourite beer garden in the Bradford district? *(Image: Getty)*

Although we aren’t exactly into the depths of summer just yet, beer garden weather in Bradford has started to creep in and before we know it, we will be able to finally leave our coats at home.

With this in mind, you might be wondering where you can make the most of the warm sunshine or let’s face it, any dry weather when it comes to catching up with friends and family.

Here is a selection of some of the best places to visit with a beer garden in the Bradford district according to their Google reviews - each rating has a minimum of 4.0.

Some of the best beer gardens in the Bradford district

The Corn Dolly

Location: 110 Bolton Road, Bradford, BD1 4DE

Rating: 4.6/5

Someone commented: “This is a gem of a place just a short walk out of the city centre. The beer garden is fantastic sat in the sun drinking some of the finest real ales around. The place is definitely worth a visit.”

Q Gardens

Location: Stadium Mills, 42 Pearson Road, Bradford, BD6 1BJ

Rating: 4.0

This customer wrote: “What can I say, if your into your sport, this venue will not disappoint at all, loads of tvs and a giant screen, I saw 2 x pool tables, ten snooker tables, bandits, pinball machine, tabletop video games, great choice of beer, restaurant, upstairs rooftop garden and its not expensive, what a find.”

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Stansfield Arms

Location: Stansfield Arms, Apperley Ln, Apperley Bridge, Bradford, BD10 0NP

Rating: 4.3/5

One user said: “What an excellent place. Location fantastic, beautiful building full of character. Staff very pleasant and efficient, food was absolutely fantastic. A lovely atmosphere I side and out (beer garden). Highly recommended.”

Chapel House

Location: Chapel House Buildings, Low Moor, Bradford, BD12 0HP

Rating: 4.4/5

This regular visitor left a review saying: “Absolutely love this place- my home from home! Amazing beer gardens to sit out in, foods gorgeous & spot on every time & the staff are fab.”

The Great Northern Brewhouse

Location: 538 Leeds Road, Thackley, Bradford, BD10 8JH

Rating: 4.7/5

“The atmosphere around is amazing everyone gets along so well the staff are lovely and the food is amazing, the drinks on tap are phenomenal cant ask for a better choice, there’s never a dull moment in the brewery,” shared one reviewer.

George & Dragon

Location: 1794 Apperley Road, Bradford, BD10 0PU

Rating: 4.3/5

A customer left this complement: “Had the vegan roast here and my partner had the vegan burger. Really enjoyed the food and the service was good. Nice to sit outside on a sunny day. They do a good range of options including vegetarian and vegan food.”

Another added: “Nice dog friendly pub woth water bowls and treats!, nice food menu, nice little beer garden. Very chilled cottage like feeling. Comfy chairs woth cushions. Friendly staff.”

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The Potting Shed Bar & Gardens

Location: 94 Main Street, Bingley, BD16 2JH

Rating: 4.1/5

One user said: “Great beer garden complete with garden sheds. A few real ales and good food selection. Good quirky pub.”

Also agreeing, this account wrote: “Lovely atmosphere, the beer garden really nice especially that it is split between smoking and no smoking areas. Food - the Yorkshire burrito real quircky and delicious idea. Staff - all very sociable and efficient. Had a great time.”

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