A pub in Chesham has won an award for having one of the best internal gardens in the country.

The Queen’s Head, which is situated along Church Street in the town, was crowned first in Fuller’s annual Glorious Gardens competition.

Now in its third year, the contest saw four Fuller’s tenanted pubs shortlisted, who were each visited for a final round of judging.

Despite it being the smallest garden in the running, the Chesham pub wowed judges with its sustainability wall along with its cosy setting.

Winning publican, Paul Marsh, said: “I’m delighted to have won this competition.

“Our courtyard at The Queen’s Head is a beautiful spot that can be enjoyed year-round.

“My team and I put in a lot of work to ensure the area is as well-kept as the rest of the pub – so a big thanks to my team too.”

Iain Rippon, Fuller’s Tenanted Director, said: “Congratulations to Paul – this is a well-deserved win. The competition was closer than ever – all of the finalists have fantastic gardens but the outdoor space at The Queen’s Head is perfect for all occasions.

 “The courtyard at The Queen’s Head was the smallest of all the gardens in the final – but Paul and the team have used the space well.

“The Glorious Gardens competition is a great opportunity for our pubs to showcase their outdoor spaces – which are key trading areas year-round.

“I have the privilege of visiting the finalists to judge the gardens. It’s great to see the care our publicans take in looking after their gardens to make sure they’re comfortable for customers come rain or shine.”

The Glorious Gardens competition is a celebration of outdoor spaces and the care publicans have put into them.

As an extension of the pub itself, gardens attract customers throughout the year for a range of occasions – from after-work drinks and weekend socialising to alfresco family dining.

The pub is frequently visited by locals and punters, with many praising the range of beers they have on offer, along with its very good customer service.

At the time of writing, the Queen’s Head currently boasts an average score of 4.5/5 from 689 Google Reviews, whilst on TripAdvisor, it was the same score but with 245 testimonies.

One reads: “What an amazing find.

“The lovely welcome from the staff to the food which was absolutely delicious and such great value for money.

“We will definitely be returning. Thank you.”