Our regularly updated guide to London's best beer gardens covers
options ready to book, whatever the Great British weather throws at
us, including those with outdoor heaters, covered sections, and
retractable roofs for any unpredictability—although, naturally,
it's mainly geared towards the best spots for gloriously sunny
spells. When the next heatwave hits and you're gasping for an
ice-cold pint, take note of these recommendations based on
everything from how many hours of full sun each beer garden gets to
other assets like leafy pergolas, pub gardens with outdoor bar
service a few steps from your table, and quirky huts.
This list, written by a local, includes sprawling spaces at
People's Park Tavern, and one of my favourites, The Crooked Billet
E5, which I've spent long evenings in, letting time dissolve into
an icy lime and soda. The Duke of Edinburgh is one of our Lead
Editor, Jasmine Lee Kennedy's, favourite pubs, as it was her local growing
up. "I even worked here at one point," shares Jasmine, "and with
one of the biggest beer gardens in the capital, it's a Brixton
icon. Think all-day sunshine, jerk chicken, £4.50 happy hour pints,
and DJs and dancing come the evening."
"I personally love The Holden in Colliers Wood for more of
a hidden gem," says DesignMyNight Editor, Scarlett Welch. "It backs on to an open green space,
giving you a countryside feel on an otherwise busy high street, and
their pergolas provide shelter for all weather - decorated with
pretty lights and plants. They even show sports outside sometimes,
so it's a real winner all year round."
Find out more about how Kiera created our guide in
our Editorial Policy.
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