Nine best pubs in Highgate to enjoy a pint in the sun

The Early May Bank Holiday is approaching and with it, one hopes, continued good weather.

We have compiled nine pubs in and around Highgate that have a beer garden to sit in – five in Highgate itself and four not far away!

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The Red Lion and Sun

Red Lion & Sun in North Road has two beer gardens (Image: Google)

This Highgate watering hole in North Road has not one, but two beer gardens.

Named as one of the top 10 gastropubs in the country, it has been nominated in the Greater London region of the National Pub & Bar Awards 2025, which will be held in June.

The Gatehouse

The Gatehouse in North Road has a beer garden (Image: Google)

With the feel of a proper local village pub, The Gatehouse in North Road not only has a beer garden but also London’s highest theatre, situated upstairs.

The Wrestlers

The Wrestlers, in North Hill, Highgate (Image: Google)

In leafy North Hill, The Wrestlers has a garden and is known for its roaring fire – which hopefully will not be needed in May.

The Flask

The Flask, in Highgate West Hill (Image: Google)

Known for its history, friendly atmosphere, and diverse menu, this pub in Highgate West Hill also boasts a beautiful beer garden, perfect for warmer weather

The Woodman

The Woodman in Archway Road has a large beer garden (Image: Google)

Located near Highgate Tube station, in Archway Road, The Woodman is known for its traditional family-friendly atmosphere, good food, and large beer garden

The Whittington Stone

The Whittington Stone, in Highgate Hill (Image: Google)

This dog-friendly pub in Highgate Hill is close to Archway tube station and has a beer garden and a big high definition TV screen.

The Duke of St Albans

The Duke of St Albans, on the corner of Highgate Road and Swain’s Lane, has a tiny terrace, a tiny nook and tables around the side (Image: Google)

At the bottom of Highgate West Hill, the historic Duke is billed as a “muddy boots” pub given its location on the edge of Hampstead Heath.

It has a small terrace, tables around the side of the pub and a little nook with a couple of small tables and chairs. If it’s sunny and packed, you can stand outside with everyone else.

The Southampton Arms

The Southampton Arms in Highgate Road has a small beer garden at the back and a couple of tables and chairs out front (Image: Google)

This independent ale and cider house near Hampstead Heath opens at midday every day and has a lovely little garden at the back that gets very busy any time of year.

The Vine

The Vine has a big front garden (Image: Google)

This big old pub near Kentish Town is set back from the road with a fairly large front garden, numerous inside rooms and a gastropub menu.