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pub gardens

May 2024 ■
Words by Eleanor Purvis

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The best Guildford pub gardens

There are so many great pubs with outdoor space to choose from in Guildford and the surrounding area. Whether you are looking for a pint in the sun or simply a relaxed summer’s evening spent eating alfresco we’ve got you covered. Let us shed some light on some great pubs with gardens to enjoy during summertime.

  1. Weyside
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    The Weyside

    Guildford

    The pub has a beautiful riverside terrace overlooking the Wey River. The perfect spot for catching up with friends over a pint. The pub serves seasonal dishes as well as the usual pub fare. Bonus, it is dog-friendly. So the perfect stop after a riverside walk.

  2. The Drummond
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    The Drummond

    Albury

    The pub has a large beer garden by the river and is well known for good quality big portions of food. It is a cosy spot for a few drinks and a meal - grab a table and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

  3. The Keep
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    The Keep

    Guildford

    A traditional English pub serving a quality selection of ales & beers, a gin menu and excellent pub grub. There is an intimate courtyard garden to enjoy, with regular live music played at weekends.

  4. Royal Oak
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    The Royal Oak

    Guildford

    A hilltop pub with great views and a lovely garden. Offering real ales from the pub and classic British comfort food. Regular live music is hosted at the venue, and dogs are welcome.

  5. kings head
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    The Kings Head

    Guildford

    A 16th-century establishment with a traditional pub menu, intimate terrace and garden. The pub has a regular calendar of open mic, quiz, and curry nights.

Village pubs with great gardens around Guildford

For many a walk in the Surrey hills is a lovely way to while away the weekend. Discover some great pubs for a pit stop mid-stroll or to quench your thirst at the end.

  1. Abinger Hatch
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    Abinger Hatch

    Abinger Common

    A coaching inn, in a country setting with beams, a log fire for the winter months and a spacious lawned garden for the summer. The inn offers a wide variety of pub classics and is the perfect spot for a break whilst walking around Holmbury & Leith Hill.

  2. Kings Head Holmbury
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    The King's Head

    Holmbury St Mary

    Tucked away in a picturesque village a short drive from Guildford in the heart of Surrey Hills. This charming free house is locally owned with a beautifully landscaped beer garden A seasonal menu with locally sourced ingredients using vegetables from the pub's walled kitchen garden.

  3. Grantley Arms
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    Grantley Arms

    Wonersh

    A firm favourite among locals, open all day from morning coffee through until dinner. Offering a seasonal menu of British classics. The pub offers a charming sun-soaked courtyard garden.

  4. Red Lion Inn
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    Red Lion Inn

    Shamley Green

    A traditional village local with a wide range of outdoor seating to enjoy. Choose a table either overlooking the village green or in the colourful pub garden and patio area.

  5. Plough Inn
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    The Plough Inn

    Coldharbour

    Nestled right below Leith Hill this classic country pub offers a warm welcome with a micro-brewery onsite and a large pub garden. The pub offers an extensive range of classic pub fare.

  6. The Parrot
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    The Parrot

    Forest Green

    A country pub packed with a lot of charm, an open fire, terrace tables and spacious benches in the rear garden overlooking the green. Enjoy the classic British menu with meat reared on the pub's farm.

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