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The beauty of gazebos is their shaded, open-sided structure—perfect for various outdoor activities where a little rain won’t spoil the fun. One brilliant idea is turning yours into a pub setup so you can enjoy drinks in the comfort of your garden.
Once your gazebo is in place, it only takes a few tweaks to bring your garden bar to life. Here are some ideas to get you started:
A Garden Bar Table Is All You Need
With a garden bar table in there, your gazebo pub is already taking shape, and the rest is just adding the finishing touches. It’s where all the magic happens: drinks are prepared and poured, snacks are served, and everyone gathers.
Go for a table that fits your gazebo space. The bigger, the better, as it gives you more room for prepping. An excellent example is this BillyOh Nightjar Garden Bar.
This is designed with a classic L-shaped tabletop that can be fixed either way around your gazebo, whether in the centre or tucked into a corner, whatever works best. It’s got room to seat 3-4 people, making it perfect for small gatherings.
Tip: If the space allows, you can add an extra table at the back of the Nightjar to keep the tabletop from getting cramped with barware and other essentials.
Now, onto adding a few simple touches to complement the setup!
Put Out Extra Garden Tables and Chairs
If you can only fit a table or the Nightjar in your gazebo, you can extend the setup by placing extra tables and chairs around the outside.
A couple of foldable tables, like this 4ft plastic folding table, will do the job. Or go for a bistro set, which comes with chairs already, for that alfresco bar dining vibe. This Sölback Grey Bistro Set includes two outdoor-ready chairs and has a stylish, modern design inspired by Scandinavian furniture. It’ll look great if you’re going for a minimalist setup for your garden bar.
Hang String Lights to Set the Mood at Night
Garden bars are no exception when it comes to a great night out. The good thing about a gazebo is that it has posts that are perfect for hanging outdoor lighting that can help you create a cosy ambience for evening drinks.
String up some festoon or fairy lights around the posts or drape them along the roofline. If you want to add more, run strings from the centre of the gazebo to the edges for a tent-like effect.
If you want to light up the space overhead, grab a pair of tall wooden or metal poles and fix them into the ground. Then, just like a clothesline, string the lights from one pole to the other.
Tip: We recommend solar string lights, so you don’t need to worry about running extension leads—just let the sun do the work. They’re energy-efficient, weather-resistant, and easy to set up. The BillyOh Solar Powered Lantern String Lights feature a modern, industrial look, which makes a great addition to your modern or any setup, really.
Add a Fire Pit for Warmth
And if the outdoor lights aren’t enough, complement them with a nice fire pit. It’ll keep everyone warm on chillier evenings, and it’s a great excuse to stay out a little longer with a drink in hand.
You might want to check out the BillyOh Smokeless Fire Pit if you’re thinking of investing in one soon. Its smokeless design uses an airflow system for a cleaner burn—less smoke and more heat.
This also means it’s safe to use in a wooden gazebo, but make sure to keep it away from the wooden posts. Not to mention its sleek stainless steel build, which we think you’ll love; it’s not something you see in most fire pits.
Garden Room Alternative
Gazebos are known for their open construction, which makes them the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh air without feeling boxed in, all while staying in the shade. However, they might not be suitable during the colder months and if you want more privacy. This is where garden rooms come in, such as sheds, log cabins, or summer houses. To keep your garden drinks going for more of the year, look no further than our garden bar buildings.
Size matters when it comes to this. Here’s a guide that can help you with that: ‘What Size of Shed or Cabin is Best for a Garden Bar?’ An 8×6 dimension is perfect, with enough room to fit a 1.2mx1.2m bar table, like the BillyOh Nightjar, inside.
For more ideas, check out these 8 Cool Things Every Garden Bar Needs.
