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Pub Refurbishments
With more than 30 years of experience in hospitality design and refurbishment, Chadwick Design helps pubs renovate, redesign and make better use of their outdoor spaces. We can support anything from a focused beer garden update to a wider refurbishment covering both indoor and outdoor areas.
Outdoor Pub Furniture for Beer Gardens
A well-designed beer garden can add valuable covers, improve the customer experience and give people more reasons to spend time at your pub. However, making better use of an outdoor area involves more than placing additional tables and chairs outside.
The layout must support comfortable seating, efficient service, safe access and the way customers genuinely use the venue. Flooring, furniture, finishes and fixed features also need to withstand changing weather and the demands of a busy hospitality environment.
Furniture forms part of this service, with the Passione collection being our preferred range for outdoor hospitality projects. You can also order outdoor pub furniture from us as a standalone service when a complete redesign is not required.
Beer Garden Renovations Designed Around Your Pub
Every pub uses its outdoor area differently. A large rural venue may need generous dining areas for families and bigger groups, while a town-centre pub might require a more compact layout that can adapt throughout the day.
Before developing a design, we consider how the space currently operates and what you want it to achieve. This includes the required number of covers, typical group sizes, service routes, accessibility and whether the area will primarily be used for dining, drinks or a mixture of both.
The result should be an outdoor area that feels like a considered part of the pub rather than an assortment of unrelated tables and chairs.
Making Better Use of Your Outdoor Space
A successful beer garden layout is not simply the one that fits the greatest number of seats. Customers need enough room to sit comfortably, while staff require clear routes between the pub, tables and service areas.
We can review your available space and develop a layout that supports capacity without creating an overcrowded environment. Particular attention can be given to:
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Routes between entrances, exits and outdoor seating
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Fire escape routes
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Space for chairs to be pulled out comfortably
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Access for wheelchair users and pushchairs
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Clear paths for waiting staff
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Different table sizes for couples, families and larger groups
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Fixed features such as parasols, planters, steps and outdoor bars
A practical layout can improve service efficiency while making the beer garden feel more comfortable and easier to navigate.
Creating Distinct Areas Within a Beer Garden
Larger pub gardens often work best when they are divided into clear but connected zones.
One section might be arranged for outdoor dining, while another provides more relaxed seating for customers having drinks. Smaller tables can serve couples and casual visitors, with larger tables positioned in areas more suitable for families or group bookings.
These areas do not need to use identical products. Colours, materials and finishes can be coordinated so each zone serves a different purpose without making the overall garden feel disjointed.
Our Beer Garden Renovation Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your pub, customer profile, available space, budget, current challenges and the type of outdoor environment you want to create.
Site and Layout Review
The space is reviewed around seating capacity, customer movement, service routes, accessibility and fire escape requirements.
Design Direction
We develop a focused direction covering the layout, furniture, flooring, colours and relevant finishes.
Product Selection
Suitable products are shortlisted according to commercial performance, compliance, appearance, maintenance requirements and budget.
Mood Board and Layout
For qualifying projects, proposed products and finishes can be presented together visually. A layout can also show how the available space may be used.
Quotation and Approval
Quantities, finishes, delivery requirements and project costs are confirmed before orders or renovation work proceed.
Delivery and Fitting
Products are delivered and fitted where required, with scheduling coordinated around the wider project and the operation of the pub.
The Passione Outdoor Furniture Range
Passione is our preferred range of Italian-inspired outdoor hospitality furniture.
The collection includes chairs, armchairs, tables, high stools and garden sets in a broad choice of colours and finishes. Products are designed with hospitality environments in mind, with weather-resistant and stackable options available for pubs that need to adapt or clear their outdoor areas.
Stackable furniture can reduce the storage space required and make seasonal changes or event preparation easier. Product stability, dimensions, maintenance and expected use will also be considered when recommending suitable items for your venue.
Passione can be used to create a consistent scheme across dining areas, terraces and courtyards. Where another product is more appropriate, we can also source outdoor furniture from trusted commercial manufacturers.
Connecting Indoor and Outdoor Areas
A beer garden should reflect the character of the pub rather than feeling like a completely separate venue.
Furniture finishes, flooring, colours, planting and accessories can be selected to create a connection between the interior and exterior. A traditional pub may suit timber tones and more muted colours, while a contemporary venue could introduce cleaner frames and stronger accent shades.
Where the beer garden forms part of a larger renovation, Chadwick Design can help coordinate the design across dining spaces, bars, entrances and outdoor areas.
Flooring, Furniture and Refurbishment Support
Depending on the scale of the project, we can support your beer garden renovation with:
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Layout and space planning
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Outdoor furniture specification
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Commercial flooring
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Colour and finish coordination
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Soft furnishings and suitable outdoor accessories
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Complimentary mood boards for qualifying projects
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Delivery and fitting
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Coordination with contractors and specialist trades
We begin by understanding your pub, customer profile, budget and preferred design direction. This allows us to create a focused selection of suitable products and finishes rather than asking you to work through endless catalogues.
Outdoor furniture can also be supplied on its own if you already have a completed layout or only need to replace particular products.
Outdoor Pub Furniture as Part of the Design
Furniture has an important role within a beer garden renovation, but it should be selected around the wider space.
The dimensions and position of tables affect seating capacity, staff movement and customer comfort. Materials and finishes also need to work with the flooring, planting, shelter and overall character of the pub.
We can supply outdoor pub furniture for traditional pubs, gastropubs, inns and other hospitality venues. Available products include dining chairs, armchairs, tables, high stools and coordinated outdoor sets.
Choosing Outdoor Pub Tables
The right table sizes will depend on how customers use the beer garden and whether food is served.
Smaller square tables provide flexibility because they can be used individually or moved together for larger parties. Round tables may suit more conversational areas, while rectangular designs can provide additional space for family dining and group bookings.
Pubs serving food should allow enough surface area for plates, drinks, condiments and shared dishes. A table that is suitable for drinks alone may quickly become cramped once a full meal is served.
We therefore consider your menu, service style and typical group sizes before recommending dimensions and table configurations.
Selecting Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating should provide an appropriate level of comfort without creating unnecessary maintenance or storage problems.
Chairs with arms may be useful in certain areas, while movable seating can make it easier to adjust the layout for different group sizes. More relaxed armchairs or lounge-style products may also work in quieter sections, provided they are suitable for outdoor use.
It is not always necessary to repeat the same chair throughout the garden. Different designs can be connected through related colours, frame finishes or materials.
Accessible Beer Garden Design
Accessible seating should be incorporated into the main beer garden rather than placed in a separate or inconvenient location.
Tables with suitable approach space can allow wheelchair users to sit alongside friends and family. Chairs with arms, movable seating and a choice of table heights may also make the space more comfortable for a wider range of customers.
Routes must remain clear once tables and chairs are occupied, particularly near entrances, ramps, steps and narrower sections of the garden.
Outdoor Flooring and Finishes
Furniture is only one element of a successful outdoor area.
The condition, appearance and suitability of the flooring can affect customer movement, cleaning and the overall quality of the space. Depending on the project, we can help coordinate commercial flooring with furniture, colours and other finishes.
Planters, screens, parasols and decorative details can also help define seating areas and create a more welcoming atmosphere. Each element should be considered as part of one scheme rather than added independently.
Colour, Finishes and Mood Boards
Selecting products separately can result in colours and finishes that do not work together once they are installed.
For qualifying projects, Chadwick Design can create a complimentary mood board showing how proposed furniture, flooring and finishes relate to the pub’s existing interior, branding and outdoor environment.
This can provide a clearer picture of the finished scheme before orders are placed. It is particularly valuable when several people are involved in the decision or when the beer garden is being renovated alongside the interior.
Purchase and Lease Options
Outdoor furniture can be purchased outright, while lease finance may be available for qualifying businesses and suitable projects. Leasing may help reduce the need for a large upfront payment when outdoor improvements form part of a wider renovation. Availability is subject to status and the finance provider’s terms.
Any accounting or tax implications will depend on the circumstances of the business, so independent financial advice should be obtained before entering into an agreement.
WHY CHOOSE CHADWICK DESIGN?
Chadwick Design has more than three decades of experience working with hospitality and leisure venues. Our service is not limited to supplying individual tables and chairs. We can help you improve the way the entire beer garden looks and operates, from the initial layout and design direction through to flooring, furniture, delivery and fitting.
We can support a complete outdoor renovation, coordinate the beer garden with a wider pub refurbishment or supply furniture as a standalone order. Depending on the products selected, furniture may be supplied with a five-year guarantee, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Contact Chadwick Design
Make more of your pub garden with a layout and design developed around your customers, available space and day-to-day operation.
Whether you are planning a complete outdoor renovation, coordinating the beer garden with an internal refurbishment or simply need new furniture, Chadwick Design can help you identify the most suitable next steps.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your project, request a quotation or send us photographs and approximate measurements of your current outdoor area.