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BRITAIN'S 30 best pub beer gardens ideal for sipping on a cold pint have been revealed.
Nothing quite beats necking a glass or two of your favourite tipple in the sun, but some spots are worth going to more than others.
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There's nothing quite like sipping on a cold one on a sunny day
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Enjoytravel.com has shared a list of the 30 best beer gardens across the UK well worth a visit.
Punters can take a trip to The Bush Inn in St Hilary, south Wales, The Kingfisher in Bedford, or The Oast House in Manchester.
We've listed off the top 10 to give you some inspiration ahead of the sunny weekend.
1. Lake View Garden Bar, Lake District
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The lake View Garden Bar tops Enjoy Travel's list
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Topping Enjoy Travel's list is the Lake View Garden Bar in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Found on the banks of the Lake District's largest lake, the elevated beer garden is the ideal location for spotting wildlife and catching some rays.
It's situated slap bang in the centre of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty too.
2. The Treehouse, Alnwick
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The Treehouse in Alnwick is ideal for those looking for an adventure
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Embrace your inner child and take a trip to The Treehouse in Alnwick, just south of Berwick-upon-Tweed and the Scottish border.
The spot is located between Alnwick Castle, which was used to film scenes in the Harry Potter films, and stunning Alnwick Gardens.
Punters can dine out in canopies at the tops of trees with the outer section of the pub lit up by fairy lights in the evening.
3. Fortune of War, Brighton
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The Fortune of War is situated right on Brighton's seafront
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This historic pub in Sussex first opened during the latter half of the 1800s and is known for putting on jazz and reggae nights.
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Punters can sip on a beverage at the seafront boozer and watch the sun set in the distance.
There's a selection of pizzas and beers to choose from too.
4. The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry
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Take in picturesque views at this pub in Perthshire, Scotland
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This pub found in Perthshire, Scotland, was first built in the 18th century and first functioned as a mill.
It even has a working waterwheel to this day.
The beer garden is nestled to the side and back of the boozer, where customers can relax by the nearby stream.
5. The Wharf, Manchester
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Lovers of a bit of hustle and bustle should take a trip to The Wharf in Manchester
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City dwellers will be a fan of The Wharf, which is located right in the centre of Manchester.
The boozer comes with a bustling outdoor area which from time to time is home to live music performances.
Sports lovers can take part in an old-school game of Boules as well.
6. The Victoria Arms, Old Marston
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The Old Marston is found on the banks of the River Cherwell
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The Victoria Arms is based on the banks of the River Cherwell in Old Marston, Oxfordshire and dates back to the 16th century.
Punters can take their pick from an array of hot food and soft and alcoholic drinks.
The pub garden, backing onto the Cherwell River, also features a heated pergola, so is even worth a trip during the colder months.
7. The Black Bull, Yarm
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The Black Bull has a massive beer garden with an array of seating to choose from
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The Black Bull is nestled in the market town of Yarm, North Yorkshire, with a huge beer garden on offer.
Drinkers can take their pick from a range of seating including picnic-style benches to upmarket covered booths.
The pub serves homemade food every day, as well as a range of cocktails, beers, wines and spirits.
8. The Pump House, Liverpool
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The Pump House is the perfect stop for a Liverpool city break
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The Pump House is found in Liverpool's iconic docks offering some stunning views across the waterfront.
After you've had a drink or two, the Tate Liverpool and Maritime Museum are just a few clicks away.
9. People's Park Tavern, Hackney
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East London's People's Park Tavern is a leafy haven in the centre of the city
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Found in London's east end, the People's Park Tavern features one of the biggest and best beer gardens in the capital.
The leafy spot is perfect for sipping on a cold one and is just a stone's throw from busy central London tourist spots.
Punters can get to Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge in less than an hour.
10. Ben Nevis Inn, Fort William
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Make a quick pit stop at the Ben Nevis Inn before or after scaling the famous mountain
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Based at the foot of Scotland's iconic Ben Nevis mountain, where better to drink in a glass of your favourite tipple than the Ben Nevis Inn.
The pub was originally a stone-built barn to house cattle built in 1806 and is surrounded by miles of green fields.
What other pubs made the list?
Not making the top 10 list, but also featuring in Enjoy Travel's top 30 list were a host of pubs across the UK.
The Oast House, Manchester, came 11th, known for its city centre location and surrounded by modern glass buildings.
The Potting Shed, Crudwell, also featured in 15th, in the heart of the beautiful Cotswolds and serving up delicious homemade food.
Meanwhile, The Crown Inn, in the Lake District, sitting close by to Lake Ullswater, came in 21st.
The Dove, in Hammersmith, London, featured in 24th, famed as the spot where a host of iconic bands have recorded live albums.
The Canalhouse in Nottingham and Nag's Head in Malvern also came 28th and 30th in Enjoy Travel's top 30 list.
See below for pictures of some of the other pub gardens that made the top 30 list.
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The Oast House in Manchester is slap bang in the centre of the city
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Sailor's Safety in Newport, Wales, sits right next to Pwllgwaelod Beach
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Cutter's Wharf pub in Belfast is a perfect city centre pub
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The George III Hotel in Penmaenpool is ideal if you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle
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The Dove in Hammersmith is perched on the bank of the Thames
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This pub garden is next to the Lake Ullswater
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Harry's Shack in Portstewart is the ideal haunt for some fish and chips
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Enjoy a couple of drinks next to Loch Ness at The Dores Inn
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The iconic Lion Inn in Blakey Ridge is popular among locals
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The Potting Shed in Crudwell, the Cotswolds, has a pub garden well worth a visit
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Full list of pubs in Enjoy Travel's top 30
1. Lake View Garden Bar, Lake District
2. The Treehouse, Alnwick
3. Fortune of War, Brighton
4. The Old Mill Inn, Pitlochry
5. The Wharf, Manchester
6. The Victoria Arms, Old Marston
7. The Black Bull, Yarm
8. The Pump House, Liverpool
9. People's Park Tavern, Hackney
10. Ben Nevis Inn, Fort William
11. The Oast House, Manchester
12. Sailors' Safety, Newport
13. Cutter's Wharf, Belfast
14. Trafalgar Tavern, Greenwich
15. The Potting Shed, Crudwell
16. The Lion Inn, Blakey Ridge
17. The Dores Inn, Inverness
18. Dukes 92, Manchester
19. Harry's Shack, Portstewart
20. Crate Brewery, Hackney Wick
21. The Crown Inn, Lake District
22. The Kingfisher, Bedford
23. George III Hotel, Penmaenpool
24. The Dove, Hammersmith
25. Cold Town House, Edinburgh
26. The George & Dragon, Houghton
27. Urban Garden, Bournemouth
28. Canalhouse, Nottingham
29. The Bush Inn, St Hilary
30. The Nag's Head, Malvern
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