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Recommended Alfresco Drinking in London

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Alfresco Drinking in London

Whether you're searching for a location for a crafty cigarette or just prefer consuming your beverage under the stars, View London has the perfect list for you, a guide to alfresco drinking in London. Our list is comprehensive and covers most styles from the intimate courtyard to the most expansive beer gardens available. If you need to temporarily escape from the congested space of a hot London bar, take a peek at our recommended list of alfresco drinking in London.
25 Canonbury Lane
Outdoor tables and a conservatory available in this cultured Islington bar.
25 Canonbury Lane,
London,
N1 2AS
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The Alma
A beer garden is available in this relaxed gastropub for outdoor drinking and outdoor mingling.
59 Newington Green Road,
London,
N1 4RF
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Bar 38
(International)
Popular with Canary Wharfers, Bar 38 and its neighbours offer fantastic dock views and large outdoor areas complete with parasols and heaters for when it gets a bit chilly.
West India Quay,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 8EZ
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The Big Chill House
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Big Chill House comes equipped with a gorgeous terrace for drinking and chilling.
257-259 Pentonville Road,
Kings Cross,
London,
N1 9NL
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Bluebird
(British)
There is a beautiful outdoor area here at Bluebird which matches the modern style and sophistication of the restaurant.
350 Kings Road,
Chelsea,
London,
SW3 5UU
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The Cape Bar
(British)
A nice outdoor seating area ensures this is a big hit with the local office workers and residents.
Thomas More Square, Nesham Street,
Tower Hill,
London,
E1W 1YY
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The Common Room
Unwind and relax in the Common Room's back garden on those sporadic days in this country when the sun is reported to appear.
18 High Street Wimbledon,
Wimbledon Village,
London,
SW19 5DX
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Crown and Greyhound
(British)
There is a marvellously expansive garden with plenty of chairs and tables available for lazy summer days.
73 Dulwich Village,
London,
SE21 7BJ
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The Crown
(Pub Food)
An outdoor balcony provides a decent sun trap alongside fabulous views of Victoria Park.
223 Grove Road,
Victoria Park,
London,
E3 5SN
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Dex
Brixton's first members club offers an impressive roof terrace for those out to enjoy a spot of sunshine.
467-469 Brixton Road,
Brixton,
London,
SW9 8HH
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The Elk Bar
The Elk Bar's funky beer garden is now open till late.
587-591 Fulham Road,
Fulham,
London,
SW6 5UA
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The Engineer
Plenty of space out the back in this charming gastropub - with heaters and shelter available to make this a viable option all year round.
65 Gloucester Avenue,
Camden,
London,
NW1 8JH
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The Flask
Outside seating for visitors in this quaint and historic venue of North London.
77 Highgate West Hill,
Highgate,
London,
N6 6BU
Freemasons Arms
(Gastro Pub Food)
Enjoy a beverage in the delightful outdoor area of this gorgeous Hampstead retreat.
32 Downshire Hill,
Hampstead,
London,
NW3 1NT
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Gipsy Moth
Plenty of chairs and tables in this revamped bar in Greenwich. Watch the Cutty Sark being pieced back together as you sup your pint.
60 Greenwich Street,
Greenwich,
London,
SE10 9BL
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Greenwich Park Bar and Grill
(Modern European)
A small terrace at the back is perfect for warmer weather and isn't well known - visit it before the secret's out!
King William Walk,
Greenwich,
London,
SE10 9JH
The Gun
(Modern European)
A superb outdoor terrace with views across the docks makes this a big draw in the summer - a BBQ is the icing on the cake
27 Coldharbour,
Docklands,
London,
E14 9NS
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The Lock Tavern
(Gastro Pub Food)
One of Camden's best loved pubs comes complete with a roof terrace and beer garden at the back where BBQs are held in the summer months.
35 Chalk Farm Road,
Camden,
London,
NW1 8AJ
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Pub on the Park
Comes complete with its own outdoor decking area or, if the weather's really nice, you can ask for your drink to be put into a plastic cup and head over to the nearby park.
19 Martello Street,
Hackney,
E8 3PE
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Roundhouse
A hugely popular Covent Garden pub, unusual for Central London thanks to its large standing room outside.
1 Garrick Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9BF
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Smollenskys Canary Wharf
(American)
With a large outdoor area that gets packed on Thursday and Friday nights, it's the perfect place to unwind with a drink or three after a heavy week in the office.
Reuters Plaza,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 5AG
Vibe Bar
A large courtyard ensures that this sun trap is a popular choice with partygoers in and around Brick Lane.
The Old Truman Brewery,
91-95 Brick Lane,
Brick Lane,
London,
E1 6QL
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The Water Poet
(British)
Beautiful outside area available for the summer with barbequed treats for hungry partrons.
9-11 Folgate Street,
Spitalfields,
London,
E1 6BX
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