With the Met Office predicting that we will see the hottest day of the year this weekend, it’s the perfect time to start scouting out the ideal pub garden to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy a crisp cold drink in.
Temperatures are set to reach 24 degrees in southern England, and luckily Sussex boasts a wide range of beautiful pub gardens to indulge in this weekend.
Fortune of War (Brighton)
Ranked one of the best UK pub gardens with a view by Time Out, the Fortune of War in Brighton offers the perfect spot to soak up the rays this weekend - Brighton beach.
The pub has set up its outside seating right on the seafront, providing the perfect vibes and view.
The Ypres Castle Inn (Rye)
Also ranked one of the best UK pub gardens by Time Out, this 17th-century inn in Rye provides a huge, green garden with a stunning view of Rye castle, making it a great option for a weekend pint.
If you’re after a snack, the pub serves locally sourced cheese and decadent charcuterie boards.
Coach and Horses (Danehill)
Nestled in the Sussex countryside, the pub garden at the Coach and Horses in Danehill presents a picturesque view of the South Downs.
The Sussex Oak (Warnham)
The 16th-century village pub the Sussex Oak boasts an expansive green field full of picnic benches and surrounded by a wooded area.
Its grassy lawn makes it the perfect place to stretch out with a cold beverage.
Sidewinder (Brighton)
This cosy pub garden in Brighton is adorned with picnic benches and colourful fairy lights, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
The Sidewinder is also situated in central Brighton, making it the perfect pit stop this weekend.
The Cricketers Arms (Berwick)
The Cricketers Arms in Berwick offers a garden full of greenery, plants, and flowers, the perfect place to escape the noise of a busy life this weekend.
The Horse Guards Inn (Tillington)
This pub garden takes on an eclectic character due to the mish-mash of unique furniture it contains, such as a hammock and a bed.
If you’re after a pint in the sun with a difference, this is the one to visit this weekend.
The Swan Inn (Lewes)
The self-proclaimed “little pub with a big personality” has a secluded garden full to the brim with lush greenery and vibrant flowers.
The Sussex Ox (near Polegate)
The Sussex Ox’s sun-trap terrace offers gorgeous views over the rolling Sussex hills.
If you’re after a tranquil taste of the approaching summer, the Sussex Ox near Polegate is a great option.
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