Found at the edge of Surrey but with a Sussex postcode, The Old House Inn boasts one of the UK’s best beer gardens, neatly attached to a traditional 16th-century country pub and minutes from Gatwick Airport . The rural getaway is surrounded by rolling green fields, has “home from home” rooms, is “steeped in character”, and has earned an esteemed status after being ranked among the country’s top spots to eat or drink outside in the sun. This is according to an updated ranking from nightlife and what’s on gurus at DesignMyNight , which previously highlighted spots in Chertsey and Farnham as Surrey’s best beer gardens .

DesignMyNight described: “When the sun is shining, settle back and listen to your surroundings in the beer garden while enjoying a glass of award-winning ale, beer, or your favourite wine.” It added: “Situated northeast of Copthorne [and moments south of Smallfield], The Old House Inn is steeped in character. Built in the 16th century, it has charming features from latticed windows and a roaring log fire to exposed oak beams.

” The nightlife gurus continued: “Their six dedicated bedrooms are decked out with delicate touches, luxurious bedding, and modern comforts. Read more: New pizza takeaway set for Cranleigh as plans submitted for delivery and collection restaurant Read more: New Farnham pub in former bank with pergola on rooftop terrace “So, whether you are catching a flight from Gatwick Airport or unwinding for the weekend, The Old.