With the August Bank Holiday in full flow and the sun finally out, what better way to spend your day than in a pub garden?

And being on an Island we're spoilt for choice.

Whether it's a beer garden with stunning views out to the sea, one which is just a stone's throw away from a beach, or even a family-friendly pub with a park for the kids - there's plenty to choose from.

Tripadvisor is always a handy place to see where's best to go.

We've put together a list (in no particular order) of just some of the pubs with beer gardens, rated the best on the review website.

The Pointer Inn 

Where is it: High Street, Newchurch, Sandown , PO36 0NN
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 1,683 reviews)

Nestled in the quiet village of Newchurch, is the Pointer Inn.

Isle of Wight County Press: The Pointer InnThe Pointer Inn (Image: Tripadvisor)

The pub has a good size beer garden with a large field at the back, which is great if you have a dog. 

It also leads to a lovely walk after your meal.

Isle of Wight County Press: The Portland Inn beer garden.The Portland Inn beer garden. (Image: The Portland Inn)

The Portland Inn

Where is it: Worsley Road, Gurnard, PO31 8JN
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 299 reviews)

Those visiting The Portland Inn say the pub is "so underrated", with kind staff and delicious food.

Reviewers say the garden is "spacious, really well maintained and pretty."

Culver Haven Inn

Where is it: Culver Down Road, Sandown, PO36 8QT 
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 634 reviews)

Boasting spectacular views of the sea, the Culver Inn is a favourite among locals and tourists.

A Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice winner, reviewers say they can't get enough of the "warm welcome" and "quality" food.

Isle of Wight County Press: The Culver Haven InnThe Culver Haven Inn (Image: Tripadvisor)

Isle of Wight County Press: Ye Olde Village InnYe Olde Village Inn (Image: Tripadvisor)

Ye Olde Village Inn

Where is it: High Street, Bembridge, PO35 5SF
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 614 reviews)

Another Travellers' Choice winner, Ye Olde Village Inn, in the heart of Bembridge, has a "lovely beer garden".

Reviewers say this pub has great food and delicious beer.

Isle of Wight County Press: The Woodmans Arms The Woodmans Arms  (Image: IWCP)

The Woodman Arms 

Where is it: Station Road, Wootton, PO33 4RQ
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 387 reviews)

In Wootton, the Woodman Arms offers "great food, great beer, and a great garden".

The pub has a newly-refurbished garden with live music, plenty of seating and a children's play area - perfect for parents to be able to relax (or not if they want to join in!).