Nothing says summer quite like an ice-cold drink in the sunshine, and Blackpool is packed with fantastic spots to make the most of the warm weather.
Whether you're looking for a lively seafront venue, a family-friendly pub garden or a peaceful place to relax with friends, we've rounded up 23 of the best beer gardens in and around Blackpool where you can sit back, soak up the sun and enjoy the heatwave in style.
Inspired by reader favourites and popular local recommendations, these venues offer some of the best outdoor drinking spaces on the Fylde coast.
1. Best beer gardens for this week's heatwave
Best beer gardens for this week's heatwave | nw Photo: nw
2. The Ardwick
The Ardwick on Foxhall Road has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 783 Google reviews. One customer said: "Had a great time, the staff are all lovely people, they also have a beer garden which is beautifully done, and the prices are great" Photo: owner
3. Saddle Inn
The Saddle Inn on Whitegate Drive has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 635 Google reviews. One customer said: "Great cask ale pub with different rooms and a great beer garden" Photo: Google
4. The Velvet Coaster
The Velvet Coaster on the Promenade has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 9,500 Google reviews. One customer said: "Nice pub with a lovely beer garden overlooking the sea" Photo: Google
5. The Layton Rakes
The Layton Rakes on Market Street has a rating of 4 out of 5 from 3,800 Google reviews. One customer said: "A lovely pub with good food and a fantastic roof top beer garden" Photo: Google
6. Raikes Hall
The Raikes Hall on Liverpool Road has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 347 Google reviews. One customer said: "Lovely beer garden for the summer months. Worth a few hours of anyone’s time." Photo: Google