Summer may be drawing to a close but there’s still time to enjoy one of the many pubs with a view, in the area.

While the weather is fine, what better escape than enjoying your favourite tipple at a location overlooking the sea, a river or lake?

Lucky for us, The Guardian has revealed its 20 best waterside pubs in the UK, including this one near Stockbridge.


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The best waterside pub in Hampshire

The Mayfly

 

Basingstoke Gazette: The Mayfly in Hampshire has been named among the best UK waterside pubs. Picture: TripadvisorThe Mayfly in Hampshire has been named among the best UK waterside pubs. Picture: Tripadvisor

This iconic red-brick, Victorian pub is located next to the River Test, near Stockbridge.

Offering oodles of country charm, here you can while way a hazy afternoon sitting under a parasol enjoying views over a small weir.

Serving a traditional menu, cast from the finest locally sourced ingredients, including Hampshire’s own Owton’s Butchers and Laverstoke Park Farm.

The bar is well-stocked with an eclectic range of drinks from Fuller’s award-winning real ales to fresh cocktails.

For more information, visit The Mayfly website.


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The Guardian's top 20 waterside pubs

Here's the full list of the 20 waterside pubs The Guardian has named the best in the UK:

  • The Cross Guns, Wiltshire
  • The Cornmill, Denbighshire
  • Swan Inn, Oxfordshire
  • The Pandora Inn, Cornwall
  • Sculthorpe Mill, Norfolk
  • Mayfly, Hampshire
  • The Waterman’s Arms, Devon
  • Swan at Streatley, Berkshire
  • Butt & Oyster, Suffolk
  • The Blue Lias, Warwickshire
  • Riverside, Sheffield
  • Green Dragon Inn, Yorkshire Dales
  • Falls of Dochart Inn, Perthshire
  • The Taybank, Perthshire
  • Boathouse, County Antrim
  • Ye Olde Ferrie Inn, Herefordshire
  • Boat Inn, Monmouthshire
  • Kingfisher on the Quay, Surrey
  • Anchor Inn and Boating, Sussex
  • Tamesis Dock, London