Rooftop bars

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1 Goodness Gracious, Liverpool

For unbeatable views of Liverpool’s Three Graces — the Royal Liver Building, the Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building — head to Goodness Gracious. This special spot is situated atop a former bank that was built in the 1920s, and is a great place to relax with a drink or two while looking out over the city. It’s open daily between April and September, weather permitting. ohmeohmyliverpool.co.uk/roof-garden

2 Kori Bar, Leeds

Head to this rooftop restaurant and bar for sushi and chicken yakitori, which you can pair with Japaneseinflected cocktails such as the Supamario (Roku gin, Akashi-Tai umeshu, Caleño Dark and Spicy, peach and plum bitters, and prosecco). There’s a wide selection of Japanese whiskies, beers and sakes on offer, too. But the main attraction is arguably the outdoor terrace, where you can enjoy excellent views over Leeds city centre. issho-restaurant.com/kori-bar

3Wagtail, London

There’s no shortage of rooftop bars with impressive views in London, but this fancy hotspot in the city’s Square Mile offers what must be some of the best in town. From here, you can gawp at the capital’s headline attractions — including the Shard, Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Gherkin — while sipping on cocktails su