Best Beer Gardens In The UK

The UK's cobbled corners and vast green landscapes aren't its only treasures. Bringing you beaut boozers up and down the country, we're filling this list with all things special about the UK beer garden. From stunning views and secret spots to crisp cold pints in the sunshine, we're celebrating what it means to have a drink outside.

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Last updated on 31st January 2025



Bradford: Market Square Tavern

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Perched on Queen Street in Bingley, Market Square Tavern is the quirky small town boozer offering you the very best craft pours, cocktails and hand-stretched pizza. Head out to their gorgeous beer garden too, soaking in the sun in summer and cosying up in the colder months.

Conder Green: The Stork Hotel

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Located in Conder Green in Lancashire, The Stork Hotel is a recently refurbished venue that dates back to the 17th century. While the interior is all about cosy fires and a friendly atmosphere, the spacious beer garden is perfect for summer sips under the sun - with wooden huts in case it rains.

There are nine bespoke bedrooms if you fancy a weekend away, and the food is pretty great too - think sausage and mash, Southern-fried chicken goujons or mushroom Wellington.

Copthorne: The Old House

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The Old House Inn, nestled northeast of Copthorne, is a pub bursting with character. On the menu, it's all about classic pub chow whipped up with the finest seasonal and local fixings. At the bar, you'll find a smashing selection of cask ale and craft beer, along with local cider and a fantastic pick of wines. Out back, their beer garden is perfect for outdoor sipping and feasting – whether it's a lunch date with friends or a couple of pints of Butcombe in the sunshine.

Bedford: The Rose

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Located in the heart of Bedford, The Rose is a charming boozer that boasts a spacious, sunny beer garden. It's complete with colourful beach huts and other covered seats, as well as outdoor screens showing live sports.

You can tuck into all sorts of tasty dishes here, ranging from stone-baked pizzas to crispy chicken burgers and loaded nachos. Plus, you can pair these with a wide variety of craft beers or cocktails.

New Waltham: The Farmhouse

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A dog-lovers' haven, The Farmhouse is welcoming pub in New Waltham on the outskirts of Grimsby - a top destination for the whole family (including furry friends) to sit outside across an expansive beer garden. Expect a special dog menu for your four-legged companions, plus plenty for us humans too. Think award-winning chicken, ale and pancetta pie alongside lamb shanks, burgers and more for humans across gourmet menus.

Harby: The Bottle & Glass

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When it comes to refreshing drinks in the summer months, The Bottle & Glass in Harby have got you covered. Think world-class wines, local ales, cocktails and much more, alongside an outdoor bar serving wood-fired pizzas, to be enjoyed in the spacious garden area.

Manchester: The Lawn Club

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It's not hard to see why Manchester's The Lawn Club is a popular choice come the warmer months. Located in the heart of all the action, this spot is taking you on a summer retreat, with comfy beanbag chairs, private pods and refreshing summer spritzes served from their outdoor bar, with two for £12 cocktails available from Sunday to Thursday. Be sure to grab a seat on their pretty terrace or the spacious lawn area to really make the most of that rare Northern sun as well.

St Albans: The Blacksmith Arms

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From beach hut-style booths to swing seats under pergolas and outdoor TV screens for watching live sports, The Blacksmith Arms in St Albans is a prime example of the best beer gardens in this area. There are plenty of cask ales and traditional ciders, alongside spirits or wine, plus affordable breakfast butties and a main menu that includes a triple beef, bacon, cheese and onion ring burger called The Triple Threat.

Norwich: The New Inn, Horning

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Located in the town of Horning, close to Norwich, The New Inn is a charmingly rustic pub perched on the banks of the River Bure. There's a huge beer garden to take advantage of, looking out over the water.

Take a seat at their picnic-style tables and enjoy craft beer or cocktails, paired with a mouthwatering menu - we're talking cheesy loaded nachos, hand-battered fish and chips or lamb shank in a red wine jus.

Rotherham: Stag Inn

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Located in the Yorkshire town of Rotherham, the Stag Inn is a friendly pub that boasts a picturesque beer garden. Filled with colourful picnic tables and flaunting outdoor screens showing live sport, you can sit out in the sun or under their covered area.

Relax with a pint of real ale, n a venue that holds a Cask Marque accreditation. If that's not your thing, they also offer cracking cocktails, spirits and wine.

Alcester: Moat House

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Located in the Alcester area of Warwickshire, The Moat House Inn is a charming country boozer that boasts a huge beer garden. Soak up the sun at their picnic tables, or hire their private teepee for exclusive events, all while enjoying a great range of beer, wine or spirits.

Feeling peckish? There's an extensive menu of scrumptious fare up for grabs here, from Aberdeen Angus rump steak to aubergine parmigiana gratin or a classic fish and chips.

Essex: The Spritz Social

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If you're searching for unmissable beer gardens in Essex, The Spritz Social should be firmly on your radar. Not only is this pop-up bar serving a stunning array of signature sips and droolworthy burgers, but it's proving the perfect place for hangouts.

Frankby: Farmers Arms

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Home to one of the most beautiful beer gardens in the North of England, this gorgeous country pub is must if you're looking for a rural escape. A short drive from Liverpool, Farmers Arms sits on the corner of Royden Park and promises a sunshine setting and plenty of great food.

Lyndhurst: The Swan

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Boasting a gorgeous beer garden surrounded by trees and plenty of bursts of green, The Swan, Lyndhurst, is a welcoming, local pub that is an absolute stunner when the sun comes out (and super cosy when it doesn't). Red parasols grace the grounds and on the inside, you'll find rustic wooden beams and plenty of corners to tuck yourself away in to enjoy a hearty Sunday roast. On the everyday menu, expect the likes of burgers, cheesy truffle tiger fries and more. 

Windsor: The Royal Windsor

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What once was the Royal Oak Hotel from the 19th century until the 1930s is now The Royal Windsor, a gorgeous traditional pub with a beer garden that boasts views of Windsor Castle. The building made an appearance in 1963 film Carry On Cabby, so there's plenty of history to soak up, all while you bask in the sun across an expansive outdoor space - complete with pub grub meals like award-winning steak and venison pie, hand-battered fish and chips, and more.

Canvey Island: Lobster Smack

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Canvey Island on the Thames estuary, near Southend-on-Sea, has the Lobster Smack ready and waiting when you're after great beer gardens at historic pubs (this one's over 600 years old). They've got a small sun trap of a patio out the front and a grassy section to the side - making it a perfect stop off for basking in the rays after a walk along the river.

Essex: Anchor

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With pretty views and an awesome location right on the waterfront of the River Crouch, Anchor is the ideal place for a few pints. Enjoy a refreshing lager while chowing down on brunch options - think eggs benedict, BLTs, and sweet potato hash.

Cirencester: The Bear Inn

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Although located in the heart of historic market town, Cirencester, The Bear Inn is still a great place to grab a drink outside in the beer garden. Not only is this place dog-friendly, but the 14th century pub swaps its usual cosy vibes for summer lovin' when the sun is out, with countless tables and folding patio doors for an inside-outside feel indoors too.