5 of the best beer gardens in London that are perfect for an after-work pint in the sun

If like us you are lapping up the spontaneous sunshine here in London today, you’re probably thinking about heading out for an after-work pint.

And where better to enjoy the ‘mini heatwave’ than one of the capital’s top beer gardens?

The capital is home to lots of lovely pubs including venues that offer views of the city's famous skyline.

Spread across London, there are many beer gardens just a brief stroll away from the city's well-connected underground stations.

Here's five of the top beer gardens in London to venture to this sunny season, according to Google reviewers (i.e. the people who know best!)

1. The Fentiman Arms

Google rating: 4.2

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday  11.30am - 11pm, Sunday 12pm - 10.30pm 

Address: 64 Fentiman Rd, London SW8 1LN

Nearest underground stop: Oval - 7-minute walk

2. The Magic Garden 

Google rating: 4.2

Opening hours: Sunday- Thursday 10: 30am - 12am, Friday and Saturday 10:30am - 2am

Address: 231 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 4LG

Nearest underground stop: Battersea Power Station - 10 minute walk

3. The Ship

Google rating: 4.3

Opening hours: Sunday - Friday 11am - 11pm, Sunday 11am - 12am

Address: 41 Jews Row, London SW18 1TB

Nearest underground stop: East Putney - 24 minute walk 

4. Punch & Judy

Google rating: 4.2

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday 11am - 11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am - 12am, Sunday, 11am - 10.30pm 

Address: 40 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8RF

Nearest underground stop: Covent Garden - 3 minute walk 

5. The Eagle

Google rating: 4.2

Opening hours: Sunday - Thursday 11am - 11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am - 12am. 

Address: 215 Askew Rd, London W12 9AZ

Nearest underground stop: Stamford Brook - 12 minute walk

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