Located in the quaint village of Trumpington, just south of Cambridge, is the Grade II-listed dog-friendly pub that’s a feast for the eyes even before you’ve explored its menus. This medieval, timber-framed building used to be a hall-house back in the 15^th century, but don’t let its historic exterior fool you – inside you’ll find a chic bar area that’ll tempt you to order another round, and a scenic outdoor space that’s ideal for soaking up the sun in the warmer months.

Been searching for a picturesque, dog-friendly pub by the river? You’re in luck. In the village of Fern Ditton, The Plough has unmatched views over the River Cam, so you can treat yourself to country classics while watching the water gently lap by – or boat races, if you’re lucky. If there’s a chill in the air, simply gather around the fire pit with your favourite people and keep the good memories (and tantalising tipples) flowing.

When it comes to dog-friendly pubs with waterside views, not many pubs can match the setting of The Brampton Mill, sitting pretty next to the River Great Ouse – and did we mention its fully functioning water wheel? Giving locals and travellers a place to rest and socialise for over 500 years, this pub blends tradition and history with contemporary style and seasonal menus. Take a seat in their cosy dining areas or enjoy the views from their spacious beer garden and see for yourself...

For a pub that’s so close to the Warner Brothers Studio Tour London (The Making of Harry Potter), it’s really no surprise that The Gate in the village of Chorleywood is the setting for so many magical moments. Chatting away with a cocktail in hand or dining al fresco while the sun sets in their stylish beer garden. Soaking up the authentic country pub atmosphere, listening to the crackle and pop of the nearby fireplace. There’s no wrong way to enjoy this exquisite pub – so, should we ask them to save you a table?

Once you’ve taken a seat at The Fishery Inn – perhaps to enjoy a leisurely al fresco lunch while you watch the barges float by along the Grand Union Canal – you’ll fall for the charms of this gorgeous British pub hook, line, and sinker. We don’t think you’ll mind, with charming interiors that effortlessly fuse modern chic with classic touches. You’ll have plenty of time to take it all in, especially if the breeze from the neighbouring field is coming through the open window. This is truly how your favourite tipple and pub dishes are meant to be experienced.

After a day of shopping on Oxford Street, escape the hustle and bustle of the capital with some quality time at The Fox in Harpenden. Enjoy intimate catch-ups in inviting corners, stylish seasonal dishes amongst contemporary interiors, and relax amidst the charm that only a British pub can capture so well. You’ll never expect the modern luxury of a marble-topped bar when you first set eyes on their traditional exteriors, and wait until you see their al fresco dining patio. Welcome to your new den for decadent pub catch-ups.

When you’re sitting under the dramatic spotlights and wooden beams of The Rose & Crown, you’ll feel like the star of the show, transported back in time by the effortless charm of this British pub in Langley. Rest for a while by one of their exposed-brick fireplaces, sipping on the latest seasonal tipples, or take your delicious dishes outside to their spacious beer garden for a spot of relaxed al fresco dining. No matter where you put your feet up, you’ll be tempted to move to Kings Langley to make this your new local.

Just five miles from St Albans and providing an oasis of calm on the outskirts of London is The White Horse. Beloved by locals and tourists alike, this British pub walks the fine line between trendy touches – like their geometrically inspired hanging lights and striking art pieces – and more rustic features – like retaining their wooden beams, log fires, and what every pub should do best: seasonal dishes and drinks. If the sun is shining, their sprawling beer garden is calling your name, so take your spot beneath the lush leaves of the trees and relax. You’ve made it to paradise.

Once the seed is planted to spend quality time in one of Hertfordshire’s most stylish pubs, how can you resist? Give in to the gorgeous backdrops of The Goff’s Oak in Cheshunt, giving you an enviable space to relax amongst the finest rotating drinks and seasonal dishes the UK pub scene has to offer. Despite its open-plan interior, each area manages to create its own intimate space for catch-ups with ever-changing – and always eye-catching – colours, textures, and artwork. Of course, if you just can’t decide where to sit... there’s always the beer garden for sun-kissed cocktails and craft ales.

Despite the name, The Wicked Lady in St Albans is anything but – in fact, it’s one of the most wonderful places to get together in the quaint village of Wheathampstead, near St Albans. It’s impressive that even with their rustic, barn-like interiors, the pub’s beer garden is the real draw. Discover benches under the beauty of the willow’s swaying leaves, or move into the covered patio area if clouds are looming. It’s the perfect spot for planning out what you’ll do in the area, like exploring the 850-acre Heartwood Forest nearby.

Looking like it stepped directly off the pages of a Jane Austen novel, The Marchmont Arms is absolutely the pride of Piccotts End, a charming village in the picturesque countryside of Hemel Hempstead’s outskirts. You simply won’t know where to head first – will you order your favourite drink from the marble-topped bar, take a seat in the stunning, garden-facing dining room, complete with sparkling fairy lights, or will you waltz straight to the lavishly landscaped gardens, perfect for elevated beer garden experiences? If you’re anything like Mr. Darcy, you’ll be far too proud to leave without achieving all of the above.

Not many UK pubs can boast about having a clock tower in the centre of their pub roof, but The Cock Inn in Barnet isn’t really interested in being like other pubs. With exteriors more akin to a grand countryside manor than a pub, it’s no wonder that so many people are drawn here – and that’s before they discover the premium seasonal menus, rotating drinks options at the bar, and some of the cosiest catch-up spots near London. Chat away by the light of the fire, snuggle into an armchair with classic pub dishes, or announce that it’s time for drinks on their sun-kissed patio. We’ve already checked and it is Cocktail O’clock.

Sitting on the edge of Sherradspark Woods and just a mile north of Welwyn Garden City, you might say that The Red Lion was destined to be a magical, memorable pub from the moment it was built. While we can’t confirm, we can tell you that it more than lives up to this ideal, featuring rustic log fires, quaint exposed-brick walls, contemporary dining areas, and a beer garden with state-of-the-art parasol with lights and heaters – perfect for keeping your catch-ups going long into the evening, no matter the season.

If you happen to find yourself travelling through the countryside scenes of Hertford and fancy stopping for a bite to eat in the hamlet of Letty Green, there’s truly only one place to be: the dog-friendly British pub known as The Cowper’s Arms. Step inside their sophisticated bar space that will tempt you with the latest craft ales, an inviting beer garden for al fresco dining, or a dining room that feels both spacious and intimate, providing an idyllic setting for a leisurely Sunday roast. Hungry for more adventure after savouring their seasonal dishes? Awe-inspiring landscapes and a wealth of local activities and attractions await.

When you’re trying to get a big group to agree to a venue, it’s good to have a place in mind that caters to all tastes and occasions. A place, say... like The Arkley in Barnet. Its proximity to central London makes it a popular spot for the after-work drinks crowd from London, while its spacious beer garden draws in anyone tempted by cocktails in the sun – and truly, isn’t that all of us? Try it out next time you visit The Arkley 9 golf club or The Big Shoot Clay Pigeon Experiences and thank us later.

On a sunny day in Buckinghamshire, there’s truly no place like the stylish beer garden of The Woolpack in the village of Stoke Mandeville, offering a space for sun-kissed relaxation, catch-ups, and if you ask nicely at the bar, cocktails. On days when the British weather is being more... British, shall we say, cosy up to their unique blend of contemporary touches and shabby chic interiors inside, promising unique dining spaces and delicious pub dishes near local attractions like The Bucks Goat Centre, Abbotts View Alpacas, Coombe Hill and more.

Once you see the iconic bell outside of this country pub in Ashton Clinton, you know you’re home. On summer evenings, wander through fairy-lit arches to their glorious beer garden space and chat the night away with chilled tipples and warm memories. During the colder months, relish the rustic interiors of this classic British pub, boasting exposed wooden beams and gorgeously panelled walls that will dare your eyes to dart away from equally breathtaking seasonal menus. Located at the foot of the Chiltern Hills with the Grand Union Canal and the Wendover Woods Circular Walk nearby, it’s recommended to stop in after taking a walk with unrivalled scenic views.

When you’re sat in the beer garden of The Swan Inn, you’ll feel like you’re sipping crisp cask ales and fine wines in the garden of a modern art museum, with a spacious patio and unique sculpture centrepiece promising to be a lively topic over your next drink. Of course, that doesn’t mean you can’t find a few quiet corners inside, with beautiful dining areas and hidden spaces for all occasions, from dinner parties to date nights. Lovers of picturesque walks should head into Old Amersham, offering multiple walking trails worth exploring before stopping by The Swan Inn once more...

With a history that dates all the way back to the 18^th century, The Royal Saracens Head in Beaconsfield began life as a coaching inn. These days, they’re more interested in fulfilling your modern day pursuits of spoiling yourself with dishes and drinks in this charming market town. That doesn’t mean they’ve lost a single touch of their original charm, though, and you’ll see that the moment you step inside. As for what else might bring you to the area, we’ve heard rumours that The Bekonscot Model Village, The Bucks Goat Centre, Abbotts View Alpacas and Go Ape Wendover are all nearby. But we’ll leave that part up to you.

Offering all the luxurious moments you’d expect from a modern British pub – including pub classics and trendy new flavours alongside an attractive patio beer garden – without sacrificing its charming country pub interiors, The Spade Oak Hotel in Bourne End is everything you could want in a social setting. Only five miles south-east of High Wycombe and three miles east of Marlow, with its network of Georgian streets and independent retailers. Go on, why not find out why it’s considered to be one of the prettiest places in Buckinghamshire? We’re not the kind to spoil secrets.

They say the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree… and when you glance at this stunning pub and the sweeping, surrounding views of Buckinghamshire, you’ll soon see why. Wander from rolling hills to this British pub’s rotating menus. Enjoy their tree-lined beer garden for sun-drenched drinks and al fresco dining. Embrace atmospheric lighting and dark woods for memorable moments inside. And all in the setting of a stunning British pub near Buckinghamshire’s most iconic attractions, including Hartwell House Gardens, Bekonscot Model Village and Railway, and the historic green haven of Langley Country Park.

Bringing an unapologetic splash of colour and flavour to the outskirts of Milton Keynes, The Wavendon Arms is the pub for all occasions. It’s as comfortable being your go-to beer garden as it is being your spot for romantic date nights with barn-like interiors and a chic skylight above you. Its neighbours are equally impressive, giving you a place to rest and refresh before or after The Stables – the village’s leading venue for live music – Go Ape, Woburn Safari Park, and the 17^th-century wonders of Woburn Abbey and Gardens.

Named The Black Horse for its position on a frequent route of horse-pulled coaches in the olden days, this spot used to be a coaching inn – luckily for all of us, it hasn’t lost its touch as place for travellers to rest their feet for a while. In fact, it’s only improved in that regard, adding even more irresistible dishes and drinks to its menus, perfect for savouring while overlooking the idyllic Grand Union Canal on its outdoor dining area. Located in the village of Great Linford, you may also want to jump back in your horse-drawn coach for nearby attractions like the 18^th-century Linford Manor Park – but unlike in the old days, you can take a picture so it lasts even longer.

Been searching high and low for a classic British pub near the fun-filled days of Woburn Safari Park or the historic splendour of Woburn Abbey and Gardens? Rest your wings for a while at The Swan in Woburn Sands, instantly welcoming if you see its warm glow on an evening or how the sun shines across its al fresco dining space. Inside, the elegance only continues, elevating your pub catch-ups with spacious dining rooms, crackling log fires, and all manner of the season’s finest dishes and drinks. If, like this characterful pub’s namesake, you’re looking for one pub to love for the rest of your life, we have a feeling it could be this one.