11 beer gardens in SE London to visit on April 12

From Monday, people in England will be able to visit beer gardens and outdoor restaurants - marking an important moment on the social calendar.

SE London is home to many fantastic beer gardens and offers an array of choices for alfresco dining.

We at News Shopper have collected some of the best beer gardens for you to grab a pint as the restrictions ease.

The Old Brewery – Greenwich - SE10 9LW

Located just yards from the legendary Cutty Sark, in the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, The Old Brewery is a unique and historic pub with outdoor seating right on the banks of the Thames.

To book visit here.

The British Oak – Blackheath - SE3 8SU

This beer garden comes with live chickens. It also has craft beer and ciders, delicious pies, live music, and all sorts of other great traditional British pub things.

Their website states that no bookings are required - for more information see here.

Imperial Arms - Chislehurst- BR7 5LZ

We cannot wait to HOPEFULLY re-open our courtyard doors on the 12 April followed by inside on the 17 May AND you can now book your tables! 🥂🍾

In the meantime...enjoy some of our famous dishes in the comfort of your own home with our Take Away menu👇https://t.co/9ysO0g3UnF pic.twitter.com/f9oT4y024M

— Imperial Arms (@ImperialArmsPub) April 3, 2021

The Imperial Arms is a family run gastropub and the original Coach House dating back to 1779.

There is a paved courtyard garden featuring stunning plants and foliage as well as seating at the front of the building.

The pub has a wide range of well-kept real ales that you can enjoy in the wonderful outside space.

To book visit the website here.

The Oak - Bromley - BR1 2RH

Image: Facebook - The Oak

The Oak's garden is an ideal place to catch up with those in your bubble over a Pimms.

The fully decked garden has ample seating with parasols to give you some shade from the forecast sun.

To book visit the website here.

The Cutty Sark – Greenwich - SE10 9PD

Sat on the banks of the Thames at Ballast Quay, this is another fantastic Thames riverside pub where you can take your drink out front and enjoy your beer in the sun.

To book visit here.

Catford Bridge Tavern - Lewisham - SE6 4RE

Just down the road from Catford Station, this boozer has a sunny terrace known as 'south London's only beer garden in the sky'.

Catford Bridge Tavern offers traditional pub grub and offers a variety of seasonal ales, craft beers, premium spirits and fine wines.

To book visit here.

Crayford Arms - Crayford - DA1 4HH

The Crayford Arms has set up a sizeable marquee in the pub's car park, and as of Monday's reopening, can now house a whopping 124 spaces in the new site.

On top of the this, a South African Street Food hub has been set up in the middle of the pub's garden available for table orders and for passersby.

The landlord added that he's also booked a singer for Monday evening (April 12) and for Saturday, plus added new cocktail options in what is clearly a big reopening for the local public house.

Visit here for more information

Dial Arch - Woolwich - SE18 6GH

Located in the heart of the Royal Arsenal Riverside Development, the wooden terrace out front is a fantastic place to go for a pint and a hearty pub meal.

To book visit here.

Crown Tavern- Lewisham- SE12 0AJ

The Crown is a Young’s pub with a spacious garden and plenty of seats to sit and soak up the summer sunshine.

To book visit here.

The Dolphin - Lewisham - SE26 5HB

The Dolphin serves a selection of real ale and craft beers and has a tranquil garden to spend a sunny afternoon.

To book visit here.

Princess of Wales – Blackheath - SE3 0RL

Not only is there a heated beer garden, but this wonderful pub in Blackheath is located right next to the Heath.

The owners are more than happy for people to bring their drinks out onto the green for a picnic, so long as you bring the glasses back.

To book visit here.