The Best Beer Gardens to Enjoy This Summer
There’s nothing quite like a cold pint in the sunshine, and at McMullen’s, we’ve been perfecting that experience since 1827. Whether you’re after a leafy countryside escape, a buzzing city garden, or a riverside spot to watch the world go by, our pubs have some of the best beer gardens across Hertfordshire, London, Essex and beyond.
Grab your sunnies, round up your favourite people, and find your perfect beer garden near you!
Best Beer Gardens in Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire is home to some of the finest pub gardens in the country, and as a proud Hertford brewery, it’s where our story began. From tucked-away village locals to vibrant town-centre spots, our Hertfordshire beer gardens offer the perfect setting for long summer afternoons.
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly pub garden with a play area, a dog-friendly spot with plenty of shade, or a sun-trap terrace for after-work drinks, you’ll find it right here on your doorstep.
Black Bull, Buntingford
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Bulls Head, Turnford
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Coach & Horses, Bishop's Stortford
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Cock o' the North, Bell Bar
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Coopers Arms, Hitchin
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Dog's Head, Bishop's Stortford
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Fisherman, Stevenage
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Golden Griffin, Hertford
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Jolly Fisherman, Stanstead St Margarets
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Kings Reach, Biggleswade
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Lord Kitchener, New Barnet
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Mops & Brooms, Borehamwood
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Nag's Head, Bishop's Stortford
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Orange Tree, Hitchin
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Practitioner, Hertford
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Plough, Flamstead End
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Saint & Sinner, St Albans
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Salisbury Arms, Hertford
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Three Horseshoes, Hooks Cross
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White Hart, Hertford
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White Horse, Bourne End
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Best Beer Gardens in London
Looking for a great beer garden in London? Our London pubs bring the best of McMullen’s, locally brewed ales, freshly prepared food, and proper pub hospitality, to some of the capital’s most sought-after locations. From leafy suburban gardens to lively outdoor terraces in the heart of the city, our London beer gardens are the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle.
Sun’s out? Pull up a chair and soak it in.
Duke of York, Fitzrovia
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Jolly Butchers, Enfield
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Jolly Farmers, Enfield
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Nag's Head, Covent Garden
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Old Bank of England, London
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Prince of Wales, Goff's Oak
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Royal Oak, Chingford
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White Hart, Whitechapel
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Best Beer Gardens in Essex & South East
From charming village pubs to welcoming community locals, our Essex and South East pubs boast some seriously inviting beer gardens. Think generous outdoor spaces, freshly poured pints, and that unmistakable feeling of summer done right.
Whether you’re planning a lazy Sunday lunch in the garden or a midweek catch-up with friends, our Essex beer gardens are ready and waiting.
Angel, Waltham Abbey
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Bullfinch, Sevenoaks
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Bootmaker, Chelmsford
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Bullfinch, Sevenoaks
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Duchess & Dressmaker, Brentwood
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Prince Louis, Great Notley
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Princess Charlotte, Colchester
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Queen Victoria, Theydon Bois
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Queens Head, Waltham Abbey
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More Pub Gardens to Discover
We’ve got even more beautiful beer gardens dotted across Bedfordshire, the Home Counties and beyond. Whether you’re exploring somewhere new or looking for a great outdoor pub near you, there’s always a McMullen’s garden worth visiting.
Duchess of Cambridge, Windsor
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Duke of Clarence, Marlow
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Heron on the Lake, Fleet
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Kingfisher on the Quay
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Old Beams, Milton Keynes
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Prince George, Milton Keynes
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Town & Gown, Cambridge
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Warbler on the Wharf, Milton Keynes
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