The 17 best bars and restaurants with stunning panoramic views across the UK this summer – is one near you?
FROM the bright lights of Liverpool, to London landmarks and waterfront locations, these bars and restaurants have some of the best views in the country.
Whether a hearty meal is what you're after, or a summer cocktail,
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Here are the best places for UK views - like the Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
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Vicinity in London has unmatched views of Tower Bridge
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Cocktails taste better than if there's a view to
marvel
over, which is why The Alchemist is a popular spot in Leeds.
The bar is tucked away on the second floor of Leeds' Trinity shopping centre, and is considered an unorthodox cocktail bar.
Outside you can sip on an Espresso Martini and take in the city sights from the heated terrace.
There's also a winning pocket-friendly food menu inspired by worldwide cuisines if you get peckish.
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The Aviary Rooftop Bar and Restaurant is one of the most sought-after destinations in the heart of London.
It's described as the 'ultimate rooftop experience' where you can take in views over the London skyline.
Up on the 10th floor there's lots of comfy seating and even luxe igloos.
There are specially crafted cocktails as well as a huge list of spirits including 27 types of gin.
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For anyone who fancies the views and a meal, if you book a Sunday roast for 90 minutes, you can get bottomless red wine for £30pp.
In Newcastle, you'll find The Botanist, a rooftop haven for anyone who loves vintage interior and quirky cocktails.
The UK's best beach bar – with DJ sets, sunset views and signature cocktails
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The 20 Stories in Manchester is literally 20 storeys high
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The Wagtail Rooftop bar and restaurant stays open late for evenings with a DJ
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Head up to the rooftop that has a domed glass ceiling or outside on the terrace.
You can try The Plant Pot cocktail recommended by the bartender with bourbon, amaretto, kiwi puree and honey.
If that hasn't persuaded you yet, the Botanist offers Happy Hour from Monday to Friday 4pm - 7pm .
During this time you can get any 2 Cocktails for £15.95. All pints are £4.95 and get a bottle of house wine or fizz for £15.95.
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Over on the outskirts of Liverpool is the stunning Lakehouse.
Its location on Crosby Coastal Park means you get beautiful views over the water from the terrace.
Whether you head out after a long day at work, or meet up with friends, it's recommended you sit outside and take in the views at sunset.
They don't just offer tasty drinks, there's lots of dishes too like shakshuka and homemade American buttermilk pancakes.
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One very popular seaside location is the Palm Court Restaurant on
It's location on the promenade means it's suspended above the water and has panoramic seaside views.
Of course it offers champion fish, from cod and chips to a scampi basket, and you can head there after taking on the slots in the arcade.
The Chaophraya in Edinburgh has views of
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It's a contemporary Thai restaurant where you can enjoy a sharing set menu and cocktails like a Chiang Mai Old Fashioned and 1942 Martini.
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The Chaophraya in Edinburgh has views of the castle
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One visitor wrote on
Another added: "The view with the sunset was priceless! We will be back when we have another trip to Edinburgh!"
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Bristol is home to one of the top places to eat with a view in the UK - Riverstation
The restaurant sits on the waterfront and has a balcony and terrace that you can enjoy in the warm weather.
The inside is equally lovely with warm interior and huge windows so you can still enjoy the landscape from the inside.
Another riverfront location is in London at Vicinity.
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It's right across from Tower Bridge so you can see it in all its glory around a fire pit.
As one of the most affordable London restaurants with a view, it's got a menu starring stone-baked pizzas and burgers as well as an extensive cocktail menu.
You'll find the Windows Restaurant in the Carlton George Hotel in Glasgow, where you can enjoy some of the best views in Scotland.
It's in the heart of the city so you can stare out at the historic landmarks.
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The restaurant offers everything from breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea.
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Panoramic 34 in Liverpool and sights at every turn from the city to the River Mersey
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The Alchemist in Manchester also has incredible views and you can even get a cherry fog bubble cocktail to go with them.
Make sure to head out onto the terrace to take some great pictures of the city which lights up in the evenings.
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Liverpool's
It's one of the best Italian restaurants in the city and has a 360
Sky
Bar. If you go between 3-6pm on Sunday to Thursday, you'll hit Happy Hour.
A short drive from Bristol is what's been called 'punter's paradise', aka, The Windmill Inn, in
It dishes out homemade food and has incredible views of the coast whether you're inside or out.
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If you don't just want great views, but also want a party, Wagtail Rooftop Bar and Restaurant is for you.
Inside the art deco building is plush seating and fancy food that really feels like you're a VIP.
And thanks to its late-night license, it also has resident a DJ and evening parties.
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The high-style destination is at the top of Spinningfields and has sweeping views which you can take in on the large outdoor terrace that's covered in natural greenery.
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There are lots of dishes from Italian pasta to whole lobsters and as for drinks there's an extensive wine menu.
This bar is all in the name, which is Panoramic 34. It's in Liverpool and has incredible sights at every turn from the city to River Mersey.
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It offers indulgent afternoon tea, top-quality wine and has great food in the fine dining restaurant.
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These 17 restaurants and bars have the best views
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