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7 Pub Gardens Worth the Bank Holiday Detour
Bank Holiday Guide 7 Pub Gardens Worth the Bank Holiday Detour Bank holiday Monday is looking good, and so are these. We've been round the country (well, mostly London and the home counties, but we're working on it) tracking down the pub gardens doing it properly — the ones worth the extra ten minutes' walk, or the detour off the motorway. All of them pour Nirvana. None of them will cost you Tuesday. The Guildford Arms Greenwich, London A proper contender for London's best garden, full stop. Lawned, leafy, and big enough that you'll actually find a table. Cocky Anchor Romsey, Hampshire Walled, quiet, and looking straight at Romsey Abbey. A proper suntrap for a slower kind of afternoon. The Bo-Peep Orpington A genuine countryside garden, minutes from the M25 — a 14th-century pub with the kind of sprawling patio that makes you forget you're still in Greater London. Fox & Firkin Lewisham Big enough to double as a festival site (and does). Bunting, a stretch tent, and room for a proper crowd. The Malt Shovel Barston, West Midlands Tucked under the willows, exactly what a pub garden should be. Recently named Gastro Pub of the Year — the garden alone makes the case. The Old Mill Berkhamsted Canal-side, with an old mill weir for company. Green umbrellas, string lights, and a setting you won't get anywhere else on this list. Prince of Wales Townhouse Hammersmith, London Biergarten benches, private huts, and a heated roof for when the sun doesn't play ball. Built for a long, unhurried session. Taste Everything. Miss Nothing.
We're Now a Certified B Corporation™
We're pleased to share that Nirvana Brewery is now a certified B Corporation™ - joining a global community of businesses held to rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency. Founded in East London in 2016, our mission has always been to brew beer that creates real benefit for the people who drink it - supporting greater inclusivity and helping people make healthier choices through better alcohol-free options. That sense of purpose extends to how we run the business day to day, with a long-standing commitment to treating our employees, suppliers and stakeholders with fairness and respect. Founder Becky and Head Brewer James holding the Nirvana B Corp ™ plaque Becoming B Corp certified meant putting ourselves through an independent assessment of our impact - across the environment, our people, our suppliers, our customers and our community. The process challenged us to look closely at how we operate, recognise where we've made progress, and identify where there's further to go. Here's what that looks like in practice. Reducing our environmental impact The majority of our beers are now brewed with partners using sustainable brewing practices to reduce the carbon footprint of every can. That means sourcing ingredients, water and energy from as close as possible to the production site - most of our beers are primarily brewed using grains grown in the local vicinity of production, drawing on a local water source, with over 50% of our brewing powered by an onsite wind turbine. We've also switched to recyclable aluminium cans, reduced our packaging weight, and made recycling easier for our customers as part of a wider effort to reduce our footprint across production and distribution. Championing British ingredients We source from the UK wherever quality, availability and seasonality allow. It's how we support British growers, reduce the impact of transport, and build a more resilient supply chain. We hold our suppliers to the same standards we set for ourselves, extending that same scrutiny beyond our own walls. Supporting our people and communities Behind every can is our team, and we're committed to investing in their development, wellbeing and experience - including the introduction of enhanced parental leave this year. Beyond the brewery, our charitable giving supports causes that matter to us. This year, that's included a donation to the National Park City Foundation, which coordinates global efforts to make cities greener, healthier and wilder - starting with our home city, London. A milestone, not a finish line "Our new B Corp status is formalising much of how we have always done business, but it's also an official commitment to doing even more," says Paul Thomas Walsh, newly appointed CEO of Nirvana Brewery. "For us, brewing great alcohol-free beer and running an ethical business have always gone hand in hand - it's part of who we are, not a separate initiative. B Corp certification gives that identity an official stamp, and pushes us to keep raising the bar." B Corp certification requires recertification every three years, with the bar for qualifying scores rising over time. We'll keep challenging ourselves, keep looking for better ways to brew, and keep finding new ways to do right by the people and places behind every Nirvana beer.
Win our World Cup bundle!
⚽THE NIRVANA WORLD CUP GIVEAWAY: Every order placed before midnight on 30 June will be entered into a draw to win a bundle of goodies
0% and Low-Alcohol Drinks During Pregnancy
Can you drink non alcoholic beer during pregnancy? We review a variety of sources that evaluate the safety of alcohol free beer while experiencing maternity.
The Perfect Father’s Day Alcohol-Free Beer Gift Sets
Alcohol free beer gift sets and beer mixed packs for your dad or whoever you celebrate Father's Day with. No and low-alcohol drinks with award-winning taste and vegan + gluten-free options. Perfect for Father's Day celebrations, holidays, or summer parties.
Mindful Drinking: What It Really Means and How to Start
We’re here with you every step of the way. Whether you’re simply looking to become more mindful about your alcohol intake or you’re on a sobriety journey, we’ve compiled some tips and tricks to ease the transition. What is mindful drinking?
Drinking and Driving, Can You Drink And Drive On Non-Alcoholic Beers?
The dangers of drinking and driving are steep. In the wake of the NHS’ increasing efforts to limit alcohol consumption across the UK, many are turning to no-or-low-alcoholic options in a variety of situations. Naturally, this leads to the question: can you drink and drive on non-alcoholic drinks?
Is Low Alcohol High Calorie?
What if we took the alcohol out of the beer? The gluten? What about the calories? What are we left with? Are we setting ourselves up for guilt-free beer enjoyment, or just signing up for sugar and barley under a different name?
History of Non-Alcoholic Beer
There’s a lot you don’t know about alcohol free beer. Trust us. For instance, non-alcoholic beer isn’t just a contemporary fad. It’s a drink with a long history that can be traced back centuries, spanning across multiple continents. That can in your hand is so much more than an alternative. It’s a legacy.
From Hangovers to High Performance: The New Weekend Ritual
Sick of weekends that make you… well… sick? Here’s how to juice every last drop from your much needed two day break without the hangover to boot.
Introducing Our New CEO: Paul Thomas Walsh
To assist us throughout our pivotal fundraising year, we’ve welcomed an investment banking and fintech whizz onto team Nirvana. We’re happy to announce that Paul Thomas Walsh has joined Nirvana as our first CEO.
We Need You!
Help us make Nirvana even better and we will give you 15% off your next purchase. At Nirvana, we’re on a mission to create the best-tasting non-alcoholic beer. However, this is something we know we can’t do without your help.We’re always looking for ways to improve our beers, our brand and how we connect with our community. That’s why we’d love to learn a little more about you; what you enjoy, how you drink Nirvana, and what matters most to you when choosing alcohol-free beer.This quick survey takes under 5 minutes to complete. Your feedback will help shape what we do next, from new styles and flavours to creating an even better experience for you, our Nirvana family.There are no right or wrong answers, we just want your honest thoughts.As a thank you, you’ll receive a 15% discount code to enjoy across our range once you’ve completed the survey. Ready? Let’s get started.
