10 bars in Sefton and West Lancs that have beer gardens for when the sun is out

If you want to make the most of the sun when it appears then a beer garden, beachside hangout, or pavement café is perfect for you.

Here are ten venues with the perfect outdoor space to make the most of the sunshine.

Tipple, Ainsdale

People watching, brunch, iced coffee or a cocktail. Tipple has it all.

This Ainsdale hangout is perfect for a summer stop off and serves everything from the full English breakfast to brunch burritos, and a range of salads that are perfect for a sun-soaked lunch.

It has a gorgeous terrace where you can sit back and watch the world go by. Easily walkable from the train station, it isn’t too far from the beach either. The ultimate spring and summer destination.

Tipple, 42 Station Road, Ainsdale.

Find out more and book a table here.

Queens Road Social, Formby

This cute, licensed café has a gorgeous outdoor area where you can grab a coffee and cake or a more substantial meal from the menu.

The corner courtyard is the perfect place to enjoy one of the QRS delicious salads or a speciality coffee. There are also some evening events so keep an eye on their socials to find out more.

Queens Road Social, 35 Queen’s Road, Formby.

See the full menu and check out the opening hours here.

The Sparrowhawk, Formby

Nestled in a spacious wooded area, The Sparrowhawk enjoys one of the most tranquil outdoor areas to enjoy an al fresco meal and drinks.

Perfect for a sunny day, soak up the rays while you tuck into a dish from the menu featuring favourites like trio of lamb, roasted trout, or beer battered fish and chips.

Cool down with an Aperol Spritz, elderflower presse or browse the beer menu.

The Sparrowhawk, Southport Old Road, Formby.

Find out more and book a table here.

Arthur’s of Churchtown, Southport

The large terrace outside Arthur’s is a lovely venue for a couple of hours of al fresco eating and drinking on a sunny afternoon.

Grab a pizza slice, select a cooling drink and watch the world go by in Churchtown village.

Arthur’s of Churchtown, Cambridge Road, Southport.

See their Facebook page for more. 

La Tabella, Churchtown

Churchtown village is one of the prettiest areas in our region and it is perfect in the sunshine.

And if you love Italian food with a pavement café vibe then La Tabella is the venue for a long sunny lunch, or early evening bite to eat before sunset.

La Tabella, 48 Botanic Road, Southport.

Find out more and book here.

The Ship at Lathom, West Lancashire

Take a summer trip out to the countryside for a canal side experience at The Ship.

Delicious food in a stunning setting is this pub’s speciality and if you visit over the weekend 12^th-13^th April there is a beer, pie and sausage festival on.

Find out more and see the menu here.

Ring O’Bells, Lathom, West Lancashire

With a large kids’ play area, a sprawling beer garden, and a spacious terrace, the Ring O’Bells is a great destination for a sunny day.

They serve breakfast too – so a great destination for the start to the day.

Ring O’Bells, Ring O’Bells Lane, near Ormskirk.

Find out more and book a table here.

Penelope’s, Birkdale

Penelope’s sits in the park on the outskirts of Birkdale and has a peaceful yet stylish feel.

The terrace is stunning, is covered so protects you against any early springtime breeze and the location means you can wander the park, visit the beach or stroll along Southport’s Lord Street before visiting.

Find out more and see the menu here.

The Lake House, Waterloo

With one of the most stunning settings in Sefton, the Lake House is a great place to hang out in the sunshine.

Take the train to Waterloo, enjoy a stroll round the marina then take a seat on The Lawn where you can soak up the rays or enjoy the perfect view of the sunset.

Order outdoors, from the restaurant menu or just enjoy a cooling drink. 

The Lake House, Cambridge Road, Waterloo.

Find out more and see the menu here.

The Bus Yard, Crosby

The Bus Yard is back for 2025 and is a great spot for a sunny Saturday.

Open from 11am-8pm every day, the venue will be open until September so make sure you get there for a sunny day of fun at the beach.

With live music, street food, Greek grub, cocktails, desserts and a kids shack you can really enjoy a sunny day at the Bus Yard.

Crosby Beach Front, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 6QQ

Find out more here.

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