These are the best pub gardens in Dorset (according to our readers)

We've enjoyed some much warmer temperatures this week, and as the golden orb in the sky starts to make an appearance again we're sure there's one question on everyone's lips - where are the best pub gardens in Dorset?

Last week we asked readers for their opinions and photos.

We've compiled a list of the most mentioned pubs from your contributions.

And here they are...

The Greyhound, Winterborne Kingston

The Greyhound. Picture: Google Maps

Scores of readers recommended this village pub as having the best beer garden in Dorset.

Its garden area has plenty of outside seating and umbrellas - as well as its own kitchen - so there's lots of space for you to enjoy a cool drink and a bite to eat during the summer months.

Sharon Jacobs said: "Beautiful courtyard garden with plenty of varied and colourful planting and intimate seating/dining areas created with hedging. Flowering areas make a show throughout the summer, and a pizza and grill shack provides delicious informal eating options. A really special space."

Pictures: Sharon Jacobs

Winyard's Gap Inn, Chedington

Picture: Google Maps

This family-owned freehouse pub in Dorset's rolling countryside is popular with our readers. Its owners call it a "rural pub with a buzz."

Simon House says Winyard's Gap has "the best view." It's certainly impressive!

Picture: Simon House

Gaggle of Geese, Buckland Newton

Picture: Google Maps

A classic country pub at the heart of a Dorset village, the Gaggle of Geese prides itself on its community involvement, as volunteers regularly turn out to help maintain the gardens.

Simon Colquhoun said: "We wanted to nominated the gardens at the Gaggle of Geese pub - in part because of the labour of love and effort of the local community. The gardens have an apple orchard, kids playhouse and willow dome, fire-pit, 'fairy postbox' and wooden gazebo."

The Spyway Inn, Askerswell

Picture: Google Maps

This historic pub run by a husband and wife team got plenty of votes from our readers.

They are proud of the "magnificent views" of beautiful green fields which can be seen from the family-friendly garden.

The Smuggler's Inn, Osmington

Picture: Paul Ramsey

There's plenty of places to sit outside this Hall and Woodhouse pub, which offers a range of tasty looking cocktails during summer!

Paul Ramsey sent us the picture of the inn above, behind which you can see the rolling hills of Dorset's wonderful countryside.

The Nothe Tavern, Weymouth

Picture: Google Maps

This little pub is hidden away at Weymouth's popular Nothe Gardens. From the sun terrace visitors can see views of the harbour and enjoy a drink under the sun.

One contributor said: "Nothe Tavern by the Nothe Fort in Weymouth has a great garden terrace and great food. The wines are nice, and the usual beers."

More suggestions? Keep them coming!