Luckily there are plenty of places in Sheffield where visitors can book a table in advance, and enjoy drinks or food in the fresh air of a traditional beer garden.
Here are 10 city hostelries with outside seating that are taking reservations too.
1. The Old Horns, High Bradfield
The Old Horns' beer garden benefits from a truly outstanding view of the surrounding countryside. Bookings are being taken over the phone only on 01142851207. Photo: Jason Chadwick
2. The Nursery Tavern, Ecclesall Road
The Nursery Tavern is rated highly for its huge beer garden. Visit www.nurserytavernsheffield.co.uk/bookings to make a reservation. Photo: Google
3. Crookes Social Club
Crookes Social Club on Mulehouse Road has created what it claims is the city's biggest beer garden - on the bowling green. Bookings are required on Saturdays - call 0114 266 0114. Photo: Facebook/Crookes Social Club
4. The Castle Inn, Bradway
The Castle Inn has a south facing terrace for sunny days, and a beer garden to the rear, offering plenty of space for a drink or meal outside - and the bosses have added even more external seating post-lockdown. Call 01142362955 to book. Photo: Google