Best Beer Gardens London

• Where: 360 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, E9 7BT
• Key features: outdoor bar, pop-ups, heated outdoor space, and hacienda-style garden
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: BBQ food and great Sunday roasts in a prime location 

With an enormous beer garden that stretches out to meet the tip of Victoria Park, this is one of the best open-air drinking and dining spaces in East London. We'd heartily recommend popping over to this Hackney spot as soon as that sun pokes through the clouds, and in winter? Book a heated booth and tuck into blue cheese buffalo wings, crispy falafel balls or juicy burgers. 

• Where: 108 Forest Hill Road, Dulwich, SE22 0RS
• Key features: palm trees, covered areas, sports showings, and firepits in the winter
• What to expect: live music, pub quizzes, and two for £13 margaritas on Thursdays

Reasons for visiting the Watosons General Telegraph beer garden are three-fold. For starters, it's huge - so there's no need to worry about whether you'll get a spot. Secondly, it's a suntrap in summer with its own bar, so you can sun yourself without having to traipse back to queue for your next round inside. The third? Craft beer aplenty, complete with pub grub mains and plenty for the kids to eat if you're bringing some along.

• Where: 39 Balham High Road, Balham, SW12 9AN
• Key features: outside bar, burger shack, fairy lights, and covered areas 
• What to expect: a lively space with music, cocktails, beers and more, showing sports too 

Been searching for 'beer garden near me' lately? The Devonshire's alfresco garden is spot on for summertime basking. Get yourself set up with something from their extensive range of ales, craft beers, spirits and wines then get out into the great outdoors as they fire up the barbecue.

• Where: 39 Sydenham Hill, Sydenham, SE26 6RS
• Key features: half-covered, heated areas, flowers, and ping pong tables
• What to expect: a relaxed atmosphere, and a mix of families and groups of friends 
  

Elegantly decorated and bursting full of colour, the beer garden at The Wood House offers Dulwich's residents a cosy spot to unwind and take in all that the summer (and winter, with heaters) has to offer. Complete with ping pong tables and beautifully crafted garden furniture, this place is perfect for enjoying award-winning ales and continental beers.

• Where: 1 The Green, Southgate, N21 1BB
• Key features: huts, fairy lights, covered seating, and space for outside private hire 
• What to expect: chilling out in the decked beer garden and fresh ales 

A trusty gastropub that's a huge hit with Winchmore Hill locals, The Kings Head also features a gem of a decked beer garden. Pick up anything from a good range of ales, fine wines and refreshing beers from inside and make straight for the tranquil outside space that's surrounded by pretty plants.

• Where: 46-48 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch, E2 8DA
• Key features: pergola, covered areas, heated, and pool tables 
• What to expect: live music, a busy atmosphere and a cool location within the heart of Shoreditch

As fitting as its space on the Shoreditch scene, it's no wonder that Rolling Stock is a wonderland of art and debauchery. Not only boasting its own art gallery and a neat rotation of top DJ names, but its beer garden is also a corker of urban art, industrial offsets and cutesy tables.

• Where: 51 Lavender Gardens, Battersea, SW11 1DJ
• Key features: gin yard, fast WiFi, foliage adorned, and fairy lights 
• What to expect: quiz nights, karaoke and arcade games galore, as well as delicious pizza 

The Four Thieves is a wonderful social hub and a glorious place to spend lazy evenings, sipping craft beers or artisan gins and munching on pizzas. Let your group filter outside even on chilly winter nights, as charming covered areas, heaters and squishy seating make the garden a very laid-back environment.

• Where: 45 Woodfield Road, Notting Hill, W9 2BA
• Key features: waterside location, partly covered and fairy lights 
• What to expect: craft beers and watching canal boats bob by 

A restored Victorian pub situated in Notting Hill, The Union Tavern sure does spoil us Londoners with a beautiful canal-side garden. Watch the boats drift down the river on a sunny day while you choose from a wide selection of craft beers and wines, as well as devour sticky Korean chicken wings, loaded nachos or juicy cheeseburgers. 

• Where: 38 Tooting High Street, Tooting, SW17 0RG
• Key features: Big Bakes, partially covered, heated, fairy lights, grassy and a burger shack 
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun, one hour of part sun 
• What to expect: a bustling lawn of spritz drinkers and a cracking menu 

While you may never have thought it, Tooting harbours one of the best places to drink outside in London. Head on down to The Castle (with status as one of the oldest pubs in Tooting since 1832) as their big garden not only provides a quaint British experience, but there's real ale, bookable huts with heaters come winter and classic pub grub like burgers or pies to boot. 

• Where: 123 Acre Lane, Brixton, SW2 5UA
• Key features: tiki huts, fire pits, partly covered, and live sports 
  
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full fun, one hour of part sun
• What to expect: lively atmosphere and large groups catching the football or enjoying cocktails in the sun or wine by the fire pit in the winter 

With quirky wooden tiki huts, fire pits and fabulous menus, this Brixton pub easily boasts one of the best beer gardens in the area. A real sun trap, this gorgeous garden is perfect for soaking up some summer rays, or snuggling up by a fire in the colder months.

• Where: 96 Wandsworth High Street, Wandsworth, SW18 4LB
• Key features: outdoor gin bar, partly covered, wooden tiki huts, heated, and fairy lights 
• What to expect: pretty surroundings, perfect for meet-ups, and a cool atmosphere

With a truly amazing outdoor seating area, this fun Wandsworth pub is certainly in the running for having one of the best beer gardens in the area. Guests can sit in tiki-inspired huts that get the sun in the summer months, and are shielded from the wind and rain during the winter.

• Where: 25 Westow Hill, Crystal Palace, SE19 1TQ
• Key features: views of London, covered, decking and live sports 
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, three hours of part sun
• What to expect: a great classic pub menu and a neighbourhood feel 

Noted for its neighbourhood charm and intimate beer garden, this friendly local boozer in Crystal Palace is a perfect spot for sunny afternoons and warm evenings, thanks to a sports-friendly atmosphere and light, summer gins. What's more, you can grab brunch, Sunday roasts and tasty sharing boards at this laid-back spot.

• Where: 64 Fulham Palace Road, Hammersmith, W6 9PH
• Key features: partly covered, BBQ area, and an outdoor bar 
• What to expect: a wide range of beers and ales, and a casual, laid-back environment

If you're looking for a cosy beer garden in West London, get down to Distillers in Hammersmith where you'll find attentive service, a delicious British menu, a barbecue area and an impressive selection of craft beer; both bottled and on draught. There's even live bands most evenings.

• Where: 41 Jews Row, Wandsworth, SW18 1TB
• Key features: riverside, fairly lights, benches, and an outside bar 
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun, one hour of part sun
• What to expect: this spot gets busy in the summer, thanks to its prime waterside location 

There are beer gardens, and then there's The Ship. A family-friendly and locals favourite, The Ship not only has bars in the garden and British cuisine in the kitchen, this beer garden is set right by the water for summer vibes, winters curled up in covered spaces and more.

• Where: 124 Kentish Town Road, Camden, NW1 9QB
• Key features: split level, partly covered, live sports, and plenty of bunting 
• Sunlight in peak summer: three hours of full sun, five hours of part sun
• What to expect: a spacious area and food courtesy of Jerk Valley

One of the best pubs with outdoor seating in London, this unique boozer in Kentish Town is an excellent spot for soaking up the sun in the summer months. Alongside screening big sports games and offering a lovely area for chilling out, it's also got in-house kitchen that serves jerk chicken, halloumi wraps, bean burgers and more.

• Where: Duke of Edinburgh, 204 Ferndale Road, Brixton, SW9 8AG
• Key features: benches, parasoles, fairy lights, a big screen for live sports and an outdoor bar
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun 
• What to expect: an expansive beer garden that gets busy during warmer months, especially on match days

With a huge garden space that's filled with glowing lights and bustling crowds, The Duke of Edinburgh is a great place if you're after alfresco drinks in Brixton. Join the South London favourite for cocktails, beer and food from Bando Belly - including Buffalo chicken burgers, crispy cauliflower wings and mushroom cheese steak sandwiches.

• Where: 538 Garratt Lane, Earlsfield, SW17 0NY
• Key features: fairy lights, wooden huts, and an outdoor bar
• Sunlight in peak summer: six hours of full sun, three hours of part sun
• What to expect: varied outdoor drinking spots, from large tables for groups of friends to cute cabins, available to book

If you've found yourself in the leafy suburbs of Earlsfield, then mosey on over to The Leather Bottle, a traditional boozer with one heck of a beer garden. The huge outdoor space has got plenty of room to roam, from the covered seating in winter through to the bookable cabins.

• Where: Vinegar Yard, 72-82 St Thomas Street, London Bridge, SE1 3QU
• Key features: partly covered, astro turf, heated, picnic benches, live sport, and food vendors
• What to expect: a bustling environment perfect for browsing a range of street food 

If you're looking for beer gardens near London Bridge, then Vinegar Yard has you sorted - whether you're soaking up the sun or chilling under heated covers in the winter. They've got all kinds of street food vendors serving everything from pizza to curries and burgers, alongside multiple bars whipping up anything you could ask for. Even better? You can watch live sport here too.

• Where: 1 Priestley Way, Walthamstow, E17 6AL
• Key features: parasols, bunting, and home to Walthamstow on Sea 
• Sunlight in peak summer: six hours of full sun, three hours of part sun
• What to expect: local food and drink, DJs and fun pop-ups 

Truman's Social Club is a drinking destination in Walthamstow. Starting off as a large beer garden serving local drinks and street food, the venue hopes to expand into an on-site brewery, taproom, market, music space and artist studios with Truman's beer at the heart of it all. 

• Where: 6A S Lambeth Place, Vauxhall, SW8 1SP
• Key features: live sports outside, food stalls, table ordering app, outdoor bar and parasols
• What to expect: a range of street food from Greek to Mexican, brunches and more 

Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden is set to be your new go-to summer hangout spot, complete with crate-style tables and astro turf flooring. Munch on tasty street food from all over the world whilst sipping on fruity cocktails and enjoying sports screenings and other live events.

• Where: Mercato Metropolitano, 42 Newington Causeway, Elephant and Castle, SE1 6DR
• Key features: German craft brewery, outdoor bar, benches and parasols 
• What to expect: beer produced and poured onsite, as well as tastings and tours too

Located within Mercato Metropolitano in Elephant and Castle, this gorgeous London beer garden is also home to one of the best German breweries in the country. Get stuck into refreshing steins of Kraft or their signature lager Heidi this summer, alongside delicious street food and much, much more.

• Where: 215 Askew Road, Hammersmith, W12 9AZ
• Key features: parasols, fairy lights, partly covered and cabins 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun 
• What to expect: a large alfresco space, great classic pub food and private hut hire options 

Head to Hammersmith where The Eagle is offering you a stunning beer garden surrounded by trees and covered with pretty fairy lights. Along with a load of outdoor tables and garden huts, it's also got its own burger shack and is serving up a range of craft beer.

• Where: 7 Church Road, Barnes, SW13 9HE
• Key features: partly covered, outside screens showing live sports, heaters, and outdoor dining 
• What to expect: a gorgeous Barnes pub with a pretty alfresco garden and a great menu 

Home to one of the best beer gardens in West London, The Sun Inn is the Barnes pub helping you to make the most of the spring and summer seasons. Head over to their picturesque haunt for fresh pints, sharing boards, meat or plant-based burgers, Sunday roasts and plenty of vitamin D.

• Where: 120-124 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, EC2A 3SQ
• Key features: outdoor bar, heaters, partly covered, and home to where the Spice Girls recorded (check out the blue plaque)
• What to expect: a sprawling beer garden filled with friends, and a range of beers including pours from Signature Brew

Recognised as the largest beer garden in Shoreditch, Strongroom Bar and Kitchen is one of the best places to drink outdoors in East London. Head to the legendary recording studio for a relaxing escape from bustling city life, where craft beer and light bites like halloumi fries or nachos await.

• Where: 91 Brick Lane, Shoreditch, E1 6QL
• Key features: courtyard setting, potted plants, fairy lights and Brick Lane setting 
• What to expect: delicious plant-based grub and a spot of live music 

Looking for one of the best beer gardens on the iconic Brick Lane? Ninety One Living Room is bringing together delicious food, which happens to all be plant-based, and fresh pints in their gorgeous alfresco courtyard. Gather the gang and head over for an evening of drinking and chatting under the stars.

• Where: 98 White Post Lane, Hackney, E9 5EN
• Key features: increased coverage and heaters in winter, waterside location, plants and outdoor bar 
• What to expect: a picturesque location, amazing seasonal dishes, and refreshing tipples

If you're looking for the best beer gardens in East London, then it's well worth checking out the sprawling outdoor space at Barge East. Boasting a pretty terrace with lush foliage and views of the riverside, this is one stunning place for alfresco drinking and dining on fried chicken, beef or mushroom burgers.

• Where: 155 Homerton High Street, Hackney, E9 6AS
• Key features: Greek food from Essi, outdoor bar, and fairy lights
  
• What to expect: a cool beer garden with Sunday cookout sessions 

Fancy a bit of alfresco sipping? The Adam & Eve over in Homerton boasts a gorgeous garden with plenty of seating, verdant plants, sports screens and colourful bunting.

They've also got a scrumptious menu of Greek food available, courtesy of kitchen residents Essi - think smoked aubergine, crispy potato skins and whole mackerel with burnt butter.

• Where: Stoneleigh Road, Tottenham, N17 9BQ
• Key features: outdoor screens for live sports, partly covered, fairly lights, outdoor bar and heaters 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a busy atmosphere on match days and an expansive alfresco space 

Searching for the top beer gardens in London? A hidden gem up north, The Beehive has got an extensive and gorgeous outdoor area at its Tottenham digs. Along with twinkly fairy lights and local craft brews, the pub is also screening regular matches across TVs both inside and outside. 

• Where: 2 Greyhound Lane, Streatham, SW16 5SD
• Key features: partly covered, dangling foliage, heated and very picturesque 
• What to expect: craft beers galore, scrumptious pub food and happy hours

With a spacious outdoor garden in the heart of Streatham, a cosy tea room and airy pub serving seasonal dishes, this southwest watering hole is a top destination all year round (but especially when the sun is shining). From Sunday roasts to after-work drinks and everything in between, stick around for the pub quiz, try their worldly wines or just soak up the rays.

• Where: 1 Blackfriar's Bridge, Southwark, SE1 9UD
• Key features: views of the Thames, partly covered, and the garden terrace is available to hire 
• What to expect: a cool riverside spot with indoor and outdoor areas and a classic menu

Boasting amazing views of the River Thames from its pretty terrace, Doggett's Coat & Badge is home to one of the city's best beer gardens. Enjoy drinks and dinner while overlooking Central London, with seasonal British fare like hearty pies, buttermilk chicken burgers and baked macaroni cheese making up the menu.

• Where: 272 New Cross Road, Lewisham, SE14 6AA
• Key features: an outdoor bar, heaters, picnic benches and parasols
• What to expect: wood-fired pizzas and a mix of small plates in a quaint, pretty beer garden 

On the hunt for a little alfresco boozin'? The Rose Pub and Kitchen in South East London boasts a beaut fairy light-strewn beer garden that's also covered and heated in the winter months. Grab yourself a seat at one of the benches to tuck into wood-fired slices and sip tasty cocktails.

• Where: 21 Canonbury Place, Canonbury, N1 2NS
• Key features: patio chairs, heaters, and parasols
• What to expect: a minimalist yet pretty garden where you can enjoy hand-crafted cocktails 

Come rain or shine, us Brits know a thing or two about a good ol' beer garden. That's where The Canonbury comes in with their gorgeous outdoor space, in which you can enjoy some delicious food like seared scallops, baked camembert and roast venison, alongside a selection of hand-crafted cocktails.

• Where: 116 High Road, Leyton, E15 2BX
• Key features: two outdoor spaces, both can be covered, wooden booths and candles 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, around two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a lively venue with karaoke and delicious burgers 

To enjoy pints in the sun and plenty of mouthwatering grub while you're at it, look no further than The Leyton Star's beer garden, complete with simple wooden furnishings and leafy touches. They're serving up your favourite beers, ales and more, alongside a lineup of dripping burgers and loaded sides.

• Where: 198 High Street, Colliers Wood, SW19 2BH
• Key features: outdoor screens showing live sports, and a large space with picnic benches and flower beds 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a traditional pub serving the likes of fish and chips, showing sports 

Situated just opposite Collier's Wood station, The Holden is giving you all you could want from a traditional English pub, perfect for afternoon drinks or a cosy date night. Along with slinging out top-notch pints, the spot showcases delicious pub grub including ale-battered haddock with chips and sirloin steaks coated in peppercorn sauce.

• Where: 26 E Bay Lane, Hackney, E15 2GW
• Key features: live sports, outdoor bar, canal-side location, and parasols
• What to expect: darts, local beers and a menu featuring burgers and wood-fired pizzas 

For one of the best beer gardens around, look no further than The Lock Inn in Hackney. Their outdoor space is overlooking the canal in the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, for a friendly and relaxed community feel. Better yet, they've got live sport, darts, music and food to boot, boasting independent pub status, big burgers and that all-important chilled-out vibe.

• Where: Acton Lane, Acton, NW10 7AD
• Key features: partly covered, wooden huts available to rent, a balcony, and fairy lights 
• What to expect: various outdoor spaces for relaxing with your mates, as well as live sports showings and a great pub menu 

Nothing is better than sipping on a fresh pint of beer in a fabulous beer garden. And the Grand Junction Arms knows this all too well. Fronting a gorgeous balcony and garden space, this is the perfect spot for alfresco dining and drinks in the sun - with a seriously impressive selection of small plates and sharing platters on the menu.

• Where: 101 Upper Ground, Southwark, SE1 9PP
• Key features: 200-seated garden, timber-framed pavilion, heaters, outdoor dining and parasols 
• What to expect: a pretty fairy-lit garden and food from ethical British producers 

Found just behind the National Theatre, The Green Room's sprawling outdoor area is the ultimate spot for alfresco drinking and dining, just moments away from the Thames. Chow down on scrumptious pizzas, brunches or Sunday roasts and guzzle down a couple of Aperol spritzes, all the while topping up your tan.

• Where: 277-279 Richmond Road, Richmond, TW1 2NP
• Key features: split-level terrace, proximity to Twickenham Stadium, potted plants and vines, and picnic benches
• What to expect: a busy pub with rustic furnishings, that shows the rugby on large screens

Located in the heart of Richmond is one of the best beer gardens in the city, decked out with trees and rustic wooden furniture. The Rising Sun also happens to sling out amazing burgers, cracking pints and a wide variety of vino - perfect if you're also a sports fan looking for the perfect plot to catch the game.

• Where: 271 Green Lanes, Finsbury Park, N4 2EX
• Key features: heaters, picnic benches and parasols 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a friendly beer garden within walking distance of Clissold Park

If you're after a beer garden in Finsbury Park, then The Brownswood has an absolute beauty for you. This Victorian pub has been lovingly restored, with no expense spared on the outdoor space either, so you can sip pints or eat your Sunday roast in style, following up your antics with a walk in nearby Clissold Park.

• Where: 441 Battersea Park Road, Battersea, SW11 4lR
• Key features: outdoor bar, bright furnishings, heaters, and foliage-adorned
• What to expect: a classic British pub with a south-facing beer garden 
  

While a gastropub by honest nature, The Lighthouse is also primed for those who want a top dose of British dining in South London. A humble restaurant made up of cosy interiors and classic charm, tuck into everything from hefty burgers to saucy katsu curries or battered fish and chips, with a pint in hand of course. 

• Where: 21 Chestnut Grove, Balham, SW12 8JB
• Key features: partly covered, fairy lights, grassy and big screens showing live sports 
• What to expect: spritzes galore, and a great menu offering sharing boards to be enjoyed in the garden, as well as two for £15 cocktails

Whether you're there for an Aperol spritz bottomless brunch or a sports screening of the latest game, The Regent also boasts a stunning beer garden, with its postcode firmly set in Balham. Ideal for catch-ups with friends and cute date nights, its hidden terrace is fab for the warmer months and has plenty to do in nearby South London when you're done.

• Where: 247-249 New King's Road, Fulham, SW6 4XG
• Key features: partly covered, foliage-adorned, wooden seating and heated 
• What to expect: a dog-friendly, leafy garden in the heart of Parsons Green, boasting a great wine list 

Boasting a sprawling suntrap garden covered head to toe in pretty plants, Aragon House in Fulham is the place to go for alfresco drinking and dining. The menu is absolutely stellar, showcasing a range of small plates, elevated British classics and Sunday roasts, while the booze list showcases cocktails and beers.

• Where: 17 Bohemia Place, Hackney, E8 1DU
• Key features: food from Lagom, two outside spaces, wooden benches, streetside seating and cosy garden 
• What to expect: a busy, spacious venue with droolworthy sharing plates and on-site brewed beer

Featuring a beaut beer garden, Hackney Church Brew Co is a top spot for those after the freshest tipples around. The venue showcases a list of six signature brews created on site, alongside scrumptious food from Lagom, as well as sumptuous roasts every Sunday.

• Where: Tileyard Road, King's Cross, N7 9AH
• Key features: firepit, partly covered, heaters, private hire balcony and DJ sets 
• What to expect: delicous wood-fired food, and a wide selection of beers brewed on-site

When it comes to beer gardens located in King's Cross, Two Tribes Brewery & Campfire Taproom is a top choice. Not only does this crackin' venue have a fully heated and covered outdoor space for those cosy evenings, but there's also fire-cooked food, live entertainment and fresh beer from their nearby brewery up for grabs. 

• Where: 20-22 Peckham Rye, Peckham, SE15 4JR
• Key features: Caribbean food from Orignial Flava Kitchen, leafy surrounds, fairy lights, and picnic tables
• What to expect: a boozer with kitchen residencies, as well as pool and darts 

Been searching for 'the best pub gardens near me' lately? Then make your way to Peckham Rye's The White Horse. Nab a table in the plant-adorned garden, where you'll be able to soak up some rays, all with a glass of the good stuff in hand. What's more, the fantastic menu here includes international eats from Original Flava Kitchen.

• Where: Windmill Drive, Clapham Common South Side, Clapham, SW4 9DE
• Key features: a pub dog called Max, more than 35 gins, steaks from the Ginger Pig, a partly covered garden, huts, heaters and cushions 
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun
• What to expect: two outdoor spaces, one with cosy huts and the other out front and a cracking menu

One of the best restaurants with beer gardens in London, The Windmill is a must-visit for any alfresco action. There are beautiful covered huts in the garden, more than 35 kinds of gin and a beaut pub grub too - think ploughman's sharing boards, locally sourced steaks and plant-based burgers or shepherd's pie.

• Where: Unit 15, Uplands Business Park, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 5QJ
• Key features: split-level terrace, casual seating arrangement and live music 
• What to expect: a bustling alfresco area with benches, DJ sets and Signature Brew's iconic pours

With DJ sets and live music throughout the week, the beer garden at Signature Brew Blackhorse Road is a great place to spend a balmy evening. Sip on ales at this buzzing spot, or its Haggerston taproom, where 12 lines of beer are available - from IPAs and sours to lager.

• Where: 21 Bartholomew Street, Elephant and Castle, SE1 4AL
• Key features: heaters, fairy lights, foliage-adorned, and £2.50 tacos on Wednesdays
• What to expect: a gorgeous green space perfect for devouring affordable tacos, washed down with a craft pint

Located in Elephant and Castle, Spit & Sawdust has a beautiful pub garden complete with fairy lights and gorgeous greenery. While soaking up the sun, you can enjoy pulled jackfruit tacos, quesadillas and freshly pulled pints. And if you fancy pairing your drinks with some cracking views, then check out their rooftop terrace as well.

• Where: Canbury Gardens, Lower Ham Road, Kingston, KT2 5AU
• Key features: riverside location, fairy lights, covered and heated 
• What to expect: a pretty wooden terrace with views of boats bobbing along the Thames 

With swoon-worthy riverside scenes, Boaters has one of Kingston's best beer gardens. Step outside and nab a water-facing table, where you'll get to clink glasses before exploring the mouthwatering gastro menu. Think soft shell crab burgers, chicken liver pate and salmon ceviche.

• Where: 295 West End Lane, West Hampstead, NW6 1RD
• Key features: outdoor bar, fairy lights and pergola 
• What to expect: a colourful space to enjoy a pint and a juicy burger

Our guide to beer gardens wouldn't be complete without The Black Lion in West Hampstead, a lovely boozer where the outside space is plentiful. Not only that, but they also offer a lunch menu, burgers and more alongside affordable cocktails and happy hour drinks.

• Where: 692 High Road, Leytonstone, E11 3AA
• Key features: fairy lights, astro turf, benches, and partly covered
• What to expect: comedy nights and a great selection of beers 

Head East to find a quirky, laid-back and traditional boozer with bags of charm. The Birds in Leytonstone is a stylish spot that is inspired by Alfred Hitchcock; find craft beers, mismatched furniture and a quaint beer garden at this destination.

• Where: 89 Effra Road, Brixton, SW2 1DF
• Key features: pergola, partially covered, cushioned seats and heated 
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, four hours of part sun
• What to expect: busy with large groups, quiz nights and great food and drink offers

Set in a Georgian manor, Effra Social is a spacious and lively venue perfect for when you're looking to drink a pint outside. Head to their beer garden for craft beer and European small plates, or get inside to listen to live music or take part in quiz nights.

• Where: 84 Upper Clapton Road, Clapton, E5 9JP
• Key features: ping pong table, wooden booths, partly covered, outdoor bar and private areas available to hire 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a lively beer garden with two different areas, and plenty of outdoor seating 

Found in the heart of Clapton, The Crooked Billet is certainly a picturesque place for a pint. With both locally brewed pints and the most popular global beers available, alongside refreshing cocktails, you'll have plenty to sip on in the sun. And if you're hungry? Expect an extensive pizza menu, as well as burgers, steaks and Sunday roasts.

• Where: 83 St Paul's Road, Islington, N1 2LY
• Key features: partly covered, parasols, urban decor and outdoor bar 
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, three hours of part sun
• What to expect: a spacious beer garden in North London serving craft beer and a wide range of spirits 

Boasting a prime spot in Highbury, The Alwyne Castle offers outdoor seating both under a cover and out in the sun, wrapping around the entire building. This spacious garden combines urban vibes and wooden furniture with pretty foliage, the ideal setting for sinking pints of craft beer or a selection of artisan spirits.

• Where: 2 The Avenue, Ealing, W13 8PH
• Key features: outdoor screen showing live sports, covered area, heaters, fairly lights and wooden benches 
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, four hours of part sun
• What to expect: a beer garden that's open all year round, with a traditional pub menu and boutique rooms for overnight stays

Boasting the largest beer garden in West London, Ealing's Drayton Court Hotel is a winner all year round, thanks to covered areas for the winter. Chill out at picnic tables on the lawn or sit at the sun-soaked terrace, munching on crispy chicken wings, fish tacos or nachos and sipping refreshing pints courtesy of Fuller's.

• Where: Spaniards Road, Hampstead, NW3 7JJ
• Key features: dog-friendly, partly covered, wooden booths, heaters, and lovely greenery 
• Sunlight in peak summer: four hours of full sun, four hours of part sun
• What to expect: a large garden perfect for families, friends and pooches 

With views of Hampstead Heath, The Spaniards Inn is housed in a Grade II-listed building that's been around since 1585. What's more, their 400-seater garden fronts huts decorated with fairy lights and greenery-covered walls. This spot is dog-friendly too, so expect to see some cute pups as you knock back craft beers, ale and cocktails.

• Where: 14 South End Road, Hampstead, NW3 2QE
• Key features: picnic tables, fairy lights, BBQ area, partly covered, and heaters 
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun, one hour of part sun
• What to expect: a fariy-lit alfresco space ideal for chowing down on some good food 

As their name suggests, The Garden Gate features a spacious outdoor area, complete with picnic tables, a heated patio and a barbecue area for summer feasting. There's also a selection of unique craft beers on offer, as well as draught lagers or ciders and artisan spirits, to pair with succulent steaks, loaded burgers and seafood linguine.

• Where: 67 Fleet Road, Hampstead, NW3 2QU
• Key features: £4 pints on Mondays, a roof terrace, a large beer garden that's partly covered, featuring bunting
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a large, popular boozer that boasts 24 taps and live music 

Situated in the Hampstead area, The Stag is a traditional pub with a stunning beer garden. A real sun trap, you can enjoy a cracking lineup of craft beers here, with 24 different taps of the stuff on offer. What's more, these guys host regular live music and you can grab seasonal pub grub like truffle macaroni cheese, fish 'n' chips and crispy chicken or plant-based burgers.

• Where: Tamesis, Albert Embankment, Vauxhall, SE1 7TP
• Key features: aboard a 1930s Dutch barge, live music and parties, as well as views of the London Eye and Parliament 
• What to expect: a pint of beer on a floating boat - perfection, if you ask us 

The Tamesis Dock in Vauxhall offers a different kind of beer garden - one that's on a boat. This floating bar flaunts excellent views of the Thames, as well as the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye, ideal for scenic sips or enjoying the regular live music on offer. And whether you're drinking by the pint of the pitcher, there's a great range of beers and ciders to choose from.

• Where: 85 Albert Bridge Road, Battersea, SW11 4PF
• Key features: pergola, fairy lights, and sofas with cushions
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a warm welcome into a sun-soaked garden where you can enjoy a crisp glass of wine 

Situated opposite the gorgeous Battersea Park and a stone's throw from the river, The Prince Albert not only provides stunning views, but also an urban beer garden decked out in fairy lights and foliage. Their extensive wine list offers everything from a crisp sauvignon blanc to fruity rosés, and the Sunday roasts here are pretty special too, especially as you can nab beef, pork and chicken all on one plate.

• Where: 117 Rotherhithe High Street, Rotherhithe, SE16 4NF
• Key features: pergola, riverside views, picnic benches and parasols
• What to expect: a great spot near the water for drinking and dining outside 

Tucked away along the river in Rotherhithe, The Mayflower is a peaceful spot for alfresco drinking and dining. Their decking area overlooks the Thames, while the pub itself has been around since 1620, with a menu almost as extensive as the venue's history - think ale, craft beer, local gin and fine wine.

• Where: Bootyard, Abbot Street, Dalston, E8 3DP
• Key features: covered areas, outdoor bar, fairy lights, picnic benches and booths 
• What to expect: a craft beer-lover's den adjacent to BBQ restaurant Acme Fire Cult 

This Dalston spot is a haven for beer lovers, and their spacious garden area is filled with plants, relaxed wooden tables to drink at and all-round great vibes. You can get your hands on all sorts of unique craft brews here, from affordable session beers to specialised small-batch releases, with a focus on sustainability through the locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods used.

• Where: 57 Mornington Terrace, Camden, NW1 7RU
• Key features: booths, heaters, picnic benches and an outdoor bar 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a lively garden in Camden near Regent's Park, with a menu perfect for sharing 

Camden boozer The Edinboro Castle has an enviable pub garden that comes complete with both covered booths and bar seating in full sun, so you can choose based on your group's preference. This sprawling space is found between the town's markets and Regent's Park, making it the ideal stop-off after your strolls in the outdoor space or a spot of shopping. Topping it off? Cold pints washing down the likes of chicken schnitzel, seafood linguine and more.

• Where: 19 Martello Street, Hackney, E8 3PE
• Key features: live sports, fairy lights, heaters, picnic benches and parasols 
• Sunlight in peak summer: nine hours of full sun
• What to expect: a busy pub next to London Fields, serving spirits, beers and cocktails

You can find the Pub On The Park right on the edge of London Fields, come rain or shine (thanks to their massive brollies). You can grab a table boasting fantastic views across the park whilst diving into a menu full of dishes made using the freshest ingredients, so there's lots to sink your teeth into. Plus, they've got a variety of beers, wines, and spirits to accompany your dinner if you're feeling peckish.

• Where: 96 Snowfields, London Bridge, SE1 3SS
• Key features: picnic benches, partly covered, heaters, plants, streetside view and locally brewed beers from Brockley Brewery and Pressure Drop.
• What to expect: a bustling pub near London Bridge station that hosts comedy nights 

Flaunting a spacious outdoor seating area that allows you to soak up the sun, The Miller is a welcoming pub close to London Bridge station. Take a seat on the picnic tables to enjoy locally brewed craft beer and cider, from producers like Brockley Brewery and Pressure Drop.

• Where: 316a - 316 Lewisham High Street, Lewisham, SE13 6JZ
• Key features: a 1950s train carriage, picnic benches, bunting and heaters 
• What to expect: a quirky beer garden and own-brand beers 

A lively boozer in Lewisham, The Fox & Firkin is a great choice for outdoor drinking. Their sizeable beer garden features an outdoor bar and stage, where live musicians and DJs regularly perform. It's pretty too, complete with lots of trees and even a repurposed 1950s train carriage that's used as seating.

Soak up the sun and the atmosphere on their wooden benches, while sipping own-brand beers that are crafted at the Firkin Brewery. Freewheelin' Pizza have also got a van here, so you can devour tasty slices while you're at it.

• Where: Unit 6, Dovedale Business Centre, Peckham, SE15 4QN
• Key features: retractable roof, 2-4-1 cocktails, 200 capacity outdoor terrace, plants, covered and heaters
• What to expect: a trendy spot to enjoy cocktail deals and tacos, as well as beer from Bird House Brewery

A beer garden that can cater to all weathers, Peckham Arches is a vibrant spot in South London that's both heated and covered all year round - but with a retractable roof for when we actually get some good weather. Their 200-capacity outdoor terrace promises lots of seating space and pretty plants, and there's always a buzzing atmosphere.

They're serving up cracking cocktails and fresh tank beer from Bird House Brewery, paired with delicious LA-inspired tacos. What's more, they host regular events, supper clubs and DJ sets on weekends.

• Where: Arch 1127, Bath Factory Estate, 41 Norwood Road, Herne Hill, SE24 9AJ
• Key features: on-site brewed beer, heaters, fairy lights and DJs
• What to expect: a bustling space that's great for a casual pint or two 

Looking for a beer garden with character? Bird House Brewery delivers. Set under the arches in Herne Hill, their large, heated garden is a go-to for relaxed afternoons and buzzing weekend evenings.

With crisp house beers brewed on-site and a rotating mix of events and DJs, it's one of London's most underrated outdoor drinking spots - perfect for casual pints, post-work hangouts, or small celebrations.

• Where: 190 Railway Arches, Goldhawk Road, Shepherd's Bush Market, Shepherd's Bush, W12 8DF
• Key features: retractable roof, covered, heaters, quiz nights, a margherita and a margarita for £14.50 
• What to expect: a large garden that spans the arches, filled with benches and groups of friends enjoying spicy margs 

A cocktail bar and pizza kitchen rolled into one, The Hawk's Nest is a popular Shepherd's Bush destination that boasts a huge beer garden. The outdoor space is fully covered with a retractable roof, filled with pretty fairy lights and plants among the exposed brickwork.

Relax with a few cocktails or draught beers, with £4 pints available every Sunday. There are delicious sourdough pizzas up for grabs too, as well as other Italian snacks. There's plenty on the entertainment front too, from quizzes to pool tables and board games.

• Where: 8 Lacy Road, Putney, SW15 1NL
• Key features: retractable roof, fire pit, heaters, fairy lights and picnic benches
• What to expect: a cute outside space within walking distance of the river 

Tucked just off Putney High Street, The Coat & Badge feels like discovering a hidden countryside retreat in the heart of London. Enclosed by a lush laurel hedge, this sun-drenched outdoor haven boasts a retractable roof and heaters at every table, ensuring it's the go-to spot for lazy summer afternoons and cosy winter evenings

Pull up a seat around the fire pit or lounge area with a pint of Proper Job or London Original on hand (served via hand-pump or session ale). The garden offers a welcoming backdrop for everything from rooftop-style BBQ weekends and live sports broadcasts to quiet afternoon drinks and people-watching.

• Where: Wildcroft Road, Putney, SW153NG
• Key features: partly covered, heaters, TVs, patio sets and parasols 
• What to expect: a dainty garden complete with grass and potted plants

Tucked away on Wildcroft Road beside scenic Putney Heath, you'll find The Green Man. This sun-drenched oasis offers picnic benches and quirky garden huts (some equipped with heaters and TVs), making it perfect for everything from weekend barbecues to match-day gatherings.

Here, the drinks menu complements the outdoor charm - expect well-kept real ales like Young's London Original and seasonal samplers, alongside crisp craft beers, a wine list, spirits, cocktails, and cold pints at the garden bar.

• Where: 6 Crooked Billet, Wimbledon Common, SW19 4RQ
• Key features: dog-friendly, courtyard setting, parasols,and picnic benches 
• What to expect: a welcoming garden that feels relaxed, and a great selection of beers 

Tucked at the edge of Wimbledon Common on Crooked Billet, The Hand in Hand offers one of south-west London's most charming pub beer gardens - a lush, leafy retreat that feels far removed from the urban hustle. The outdoor space spills into a relaxed courtyard and grassy green, complete with picnic benches and a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for sipping in the sunshine.

In the garden, you'll find a superb range of real ales, from Young's London Original and seasonal guest brews to carefully curated paddles that let you taste three different beers in one go, and on warmer days, spritz-lovers can enjoy Pimm's fizz and Aperol spritz alongside light seasonal salads and bar snacks in the golden-hour glow.

• Where: 33 Bedford Road, Clapham, SW4 7SQ
• Key features: huts, outdoor screens for live sports, fairy lights, outdoor bar, partly covered and picnic benches 
• What to expect: a lively garden with space to dine alfresco and watch matches with your mates 

Grab a crisp craft beer or classic lager, a fruity cocktail, or a glass of wine at the outdoor bar at The Falcon, with weekend pizza from the wood-fired oven adding to the laid-back vibe.

Whether you're catching live sports on the screens, enjoying a quiz night, or hanging out with friends, the beer garden's friendly atmosphere, full drink menu, and board-game corners make this pub a top pick for year-round outdoor fun in Southwest London.

• Where: 70 Landor Road, Clapham, SW9 9PH
• Key features: board games, outdoor bar, outdoor screens showing live sports, partly covered, and foliage-adorned 
• Sunlight in peak summer: six hours of full sun, three hours of part sun
• What to expect: a leafy retreat that's a great pick come game day 

Step through The Landor's back gate and you emerge into a vast, leafy courtyard. You can soak up the summer sun, or settle in by the fire pit on a chilly evening, and even catch live sports on the garden screens here. 

Make the most of real ales, local craft beers, and cider alongside a crisp, value-conscious wine list and a concise cocktail menu. There's even a dedicated garden bar to keep the pours coming without missing a beat.

• Where: 177 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington, N16 9DB
• Key features: outdoor screen showing live sports, pergola, fairy lights, and parasols 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: a lively pub that's ideal for group gatherings and watching sport, adjacent to Clissold Park 

Stoke Newington has a lot going for it, and one of those highlights is Clissold Park Tavern. With covered and heated sections for chillier days and open-air space in the summer, this characterful oasis brims with picnic tables, fire pits, TV screens for live sports, and cosy lounges.

Drinks-wise, choose from a rotating lineup of craft keg beers, from Beavertown to Five Points and Maisel's Weiss, alongside ales, ciders, cocktails, and wines. The kitchen keeps things casual but tasty, serving up stone‑baked pizzas, snacks, and sharing boards, with vegan options and Sunday roasts.

• Where: 69 Stoke Newington High Street, N16 8EL
• Key features: fairy lights, pavement, and foliage-adorned walls 
• Sunlight in peak summer: seven hours of full sun, two hours of part sun 
• What to expect: a quaint garden tucked away out back, which doubles up as a great sun trap come summer 

The White Hart is a historic pub renowned for its expansive beer garden, one of the largest in North London. The garden is adorned with ivy-clad walls and festoon lighting, creating a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for sunny afternoons or evening gatherings. 

And if you're feeling peckish? The menu features classic pub fare, including hearty dishes like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and Sunday roasts. 

• Where: 107A Culford Road, Dalston, N1 4HT
• Key features: leafy, picnic benches, and a fire pit in the winter 
• Sunlight in peak summer: eight hours of full sun, one hour of part sun
• What to expect: a bustling garden full of friends sinking crisp pints, and a great atmosphere

Tucked away on Culford Road, The Scolt Head in Dalston is a true East London gem, and its beer garden is a major part of the charm. Stepping outside, you're greeted by a lush, overgrown oasis that feels worlds away from the city's hustle, complete with picnic benches under leafy trees and an atmosphere that strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and lively.

Whether you're basking in the summer sun or cosying up with a pint near the garden's fire pit, this get-away-from-it-all space serves as an extension of the pub inside, complete with reclaimed wood furniture and bunting overhead to maintain the beloved rustic aesthetic. Drinks-wise, the pub offers classic Peroni and Estrella lagers, Brixton Coldharbour, Guinness, and a rotating selection of real ales and ciders, plus a global wine list that starts at just £4.50 a glass.

• Where: 165 Stonhouse Street, Clapham, SW4 6BJ
• Key features: pergola, blankets, heaters, south-facing, and outdoor screens for live sports 
• What to expect: a seasonal garden that turns into a cosy retreat during the winter, while being a sun-trap in warmer months 
  

The Stonhouse offers a pretty walled courtyard bathed in sunlight during summer or warmed by twinkling lights, heat lamps, and a sparkling covered pergola in winter.

Head to this Clapham spot with your mates to enjoy crisp real ales like Timothy Taylor Landlord and rotating guest brews on tap, alongside a focused lineup of keg beers, craft cocktails, and an elegant global wine list.

• Where: Rainville Road, Fulham, W6 9HA
• Key features: waterside, wooden panelling, patio chairs and parasols
• Sunlight in peak summer: five hours of full sun, two hours of part sun
• What to expect: great views of the Thames at this Victorian pub

Spread over a vast, sunlit terrace overlooking rippling river views and framed by weeping willows, The Crabtree's beer garden blends family-friendly charm with a touch of riverside glamour . There's even a dedicated garden bar and mini BBQ kitchen where weekend feasts come alive in the open air.

Take a seat with your mates and choose a drink from refreshing pints of Hardys & Hansons and Tribute real ales to crisp craft beers. With fire pits, riverbank views, dog-friendliness, and live events like pub quizzes and beer-pairing nights, it's a rare riverside gem where the beer garden truly steals the show.

• Where: 226 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6PJ
• Key features: split level, benches, foliage-adorned and heaters
• What to expect: an expansive beer garden with quirky decor, and an day menu

Having been around since 1865, The Crown and Shuttle is a Victorian boozer that challenges all the modern Shoreditch bars as one of the best in the area. It also has an all-day menu, so you won't have to venture far to bag tasty eats to go with your pint of craft beer or a choice of micro-distilled spirits.

• Where: 19 Perth Road, Finsbury Park, N4 3HB
• Key features: Thai food from Tien Tong Kitchen, partly covered, and wooden furnishings 
• What to expect: a quirky, music-focused Irish pub full of trinckets and a lovely beer garden 

Located in Finsbury Park, The Faltering Fullback is a charming pub full of quirky nooks and crannies. As for their outdoor space, expect a tiered decking area and treehouse-inspired space that creatively forms a roomy beer garden from a small area, perfect for sipping cold beers and munching on Thai food from Tien Tong Kitchen.

• Where: Telegraph Road, Putney, SW15 3TU
• Key features: picnic benches, pergola, dog-friendly and flower beds
• What to expect: a coutryside-style pub with some cracking pizzas 

Did someone call for a country pub? Tucked just off Putney Heath, The Telegraph ticks all our boxes, and its beer garden is where the real magic happens. With a sprawling, triangular lawn brimming with picnic benches, parasols, and twinkling lights, this spacious, high-hedged outdoor area feels like a breath of fresh air. 

Hungry and thirsty? A converted horse-box acts as a seasonal bar, complemented by a garden-side pizza kitchen serving up fresh stone-baked pies right by the tables.

• Where: 111 Kennington Road, Lambeth, SE11 6SF
• Key features: pergola, fairy lights, wooden decking, and heaters 
• What to expect: a pub with a lot of history spanning decades 

The Tankard in Kennington is a charming Victorian pub that boasts a spacious and inviting beer garden. It features a large outdoor seating area adorned with wooden benches and potted plants, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

It's an ideal setting for enjoying a pint with friends or soaking up the sun during the warmer months, and you'll be spoiled with its extensive selection of craft beers and traditional ales.