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The ultimate guide to beer gardens for you to enjoy across Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland has some fabulous beer gardens for you to enjoy. (Photo: Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash)

Northern Ireland has some fabulous beer gardens for you to enjoy. (Photo: Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash)

From pubs with historical significance in the heart of Belfast to quaint rural bars for a quieter tipple, there are lots of options to choose from across Northern Ireland if you want to relax in an informal outdoor setting.

Take a look at this ultimate guide to beer gardens across Northern Ireland.

Pug Uglys expanded in July 2020 by opening The Bone Yard, an outdoor drinking setting that is as enjoyable as it is relaxing. Picture: The Bone Yard via Facebook

Pug Uglys expanded in July 2020 by opening The Bone Yard, an outdoor drinking setting that is as enjoyable as it is relaxing. Picture: The Bone Yard via Facebook

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The Thirsty Goat, Belfast

One of the newest features in Belfast’s bustling Cathedral Quarter, The Thirsty Goat offers an outdoor seating area that is as lively as the interior.

Famous for its taxidermied centrepiece, choose from a perfectly pulled pint or curiously concocted cocktail for your drink of choice.

Based in Cookstown, The Jailbird Bar is a modern speakeasy bar with a bright twist thanks to its vibrant interior. Picture: Jailbird Garden Bar via Facebook

Based in Cookstown, The Jailbird Bar is a modern speakeasy bar with a bright twist thanks to its vibrant interior. Picture: Jailbird Garden Bar via Facebook

For more information, go to thethirstygoat.co.uk

The Dirty Onion, Belfast

Situated just next door to The Thirsty Goat, The Dirty Onion is a great option if it’s chicken you’re after.

The beer garden at Sally McNally's in Portadown even features an outdoor stove where you can order one of their iconic handmade pizzas.. Picture: Sally McNally's via Facebook.

The beer garden at Sally McNally’s in Portadown even features an outdoor stove where you can order one of their iconic handmade pizzas.. Picture: Sally McNally’s via Facebook.

Their famous Yardbird restaurant can be enjoyed alongside their extensive list of craft beers, so pick your accompaniments and sit for hours.

For more information, go to thedirtyonion.com

The Dark Horse Courtyard, Belfast

The Dark Horse Courtyard centres around Belfast’s culturally diverse art scene, featuring a variety of street art on its surrounding walls.

You can also find Belfast poet Seamus Heaney’s words transcribed into stone for a

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