Lazy afternoons spent in the pub garden with a G&T in hand have become a distant memory as we now huddle indoors to escape the winter chill.
Thankfully, some pubs and restaurants in Surrey are making the most of those long, dreary evenings by serving mulled wine to keep customers warm.
With Christmas and New Year creeping up, sipping on the fragrant and fruity winter classic is sure to get you in the festive mood.
SurreyLive has made a list of cosy venues in and around Surrey that will have hot mulled wine on tap for you to enjoy while sinking into a comfy armchair on a crisp afternoon.
1. The Jolly Coopers, Epsom
This pub and microbrewery will be serving mulled wine alongside winter Pimms and warm apple juice.
It is one of Epsom's oldest pubs and keeping with pub tradition customers can also expect to find five real ales, three keg beers and cider at the bar.
Mulled wine price: £5.75 a glass.
Address: Wheelers Lane, KT18 7SD.
2. The Packhorse, Egham
This bar is the hub of the Students Union at Royal Holloway University of London.
Mulled wine price: £5.75 a glass.
Address: Egham Hill, TW20 0BQ
3. Randall's Coffee and Wine Bar, Lightwater
Coffee shop by day, wine bar by night, from the start of December Randall's will be serving mulled wine from 12pm every day.
Located in the centre of the village, it's a perfect place to catch up with friends over a toasty drink.
Mulled wine price: £3.50 per glass.
Address: The Square, GU18 5SS.
4. The Plough, Cobham
This cosy gastro pub located down a windy country lane started serving mulled wine from November 18.
The venue comes into its own during the evening thanks to an open fire, candles galore and downtempo music.
Mulled wine price: £4.50 per glass.
Address: Plough Lane, Downside, KT11 3LT.
5. Kingfisher on The Quay, Mytchett
The family friendly pub set next to a lake offers fantastic views and festive treats including mulled wine.
The warm beverage is available now and is served on a plate, with a date and a mini mince pie.
Mulled wine price: 125ml is £3.95, 175ml is £4.95 and 250ml is £5.95 per glass.
Address: Coleford Bridge Road, GU16 6DS.
Tucked away off the high street, this cute pub is a hidden gem, promising a touch of tranquility in the centre of town.
Not only can your cosy up to the roaring fireplaces while sipping on a hot drink, you can also play a board game as there is a huge selection on offer at the pub - all for free.
Mulled wine price: £4 a cup.
Address: Trinity Churchyard, GU1 3RR.
7. Runnymede on Thames, Egham
The four star hotel and spa will be offering mulled wine from December 2-30.
Located right on the River Thames, it's a lovely place to pop in for a refreshment after a lovely winter walk along the water's edge.
Mulled wine price: £7.50 per glass.
Address: Windsor Road, TW20 0AG.
8. Red Lion Horsell , Woking
This trendy gastro pub is open everyday from 11am.
It is cosy in the winter with a real fire, deep, squashy sofas and armchairs, plus there's a heated outside barn.
There are newspapers to read and WiFi or guests.
Mulled wine price: £4.95 a glass.
Address: High Street, GU21 4SS.
9. The King's Head, Guildford
The pub started serving mulled wine and mulled cider from the start of November and they will be continue to do so until the end of January, but sometimes early February if they still have stock left over from the festive period.
They charge £4.50 for both. Their mulled wine includes cloves, oranges and cinnamon. Their mulled cider has cloves, vanilla pods, cinnamon and occasionally spiced or dark rum!
Mulled wine price: £4.50 a glass (mulled wine or mulled cider)
Address: Quarry Street, GU1 3XQ.
10. Ascot Racecourse, Ascot
Race-goers will be able to warm up with a glass of mulled wine on two of the course's upcoming festive events - Christmas Raceday on December 20 and the Christmas Family Raceday on December 21.
Mulled wine price: £5 a glass.
Address: SL5 7JJ.
11. Polesden Lacey, Great Brockham
The stunning National Trust site has now started serving mulled wine, hot apple juice and mince pies in it's charming cafe.
Polesden Lacey is a magical place to visit at Christmas time.
The rooms inside the impressive property have been given a touch of festive sparkle, a family trail through the park has been turned into an enchanting winter walk, plus families can feel like they are sitting in Santa's sleigh on horse and carriage rides around the estate.
Mulled wine price: £4.95 per glass (£5.50 with a mince pie) and hot apple £3.95 (£4.50 with a mince pie).
Address: Near Dorking, RH5 6BD.
12. Seasons at The Lightbox, Woking
Seasons is the on-site café at The Lightbox gallery.
It is open daily providing a comfortable place to meet with friends, catch up over a hot drink and some cake,before exploring the galleries.
It has a beautiful canal-side courtyard plus cosy sofas inside.
Mulled wine price: £4 a glass.
Address: The Lightbox, Chobham Road, GU21 4AA.
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13. Seasons at Guildford Cathedral, Guildford
The on-site café at the impressive cathedral will be selling mulled wine over the festive season.
It is open seven days a week.
Mulled wine price: £4 a glass.
Address: Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, GU2 7UP.
14. Beaverbrook, Leatherhead
The five star luxury hotel hidden in the Surrey Hills will not be serving mulled wine this winter, however, it will be serving the next best thing... Sipsmith mulled apple cider.
The delicious hot drink will be served alongside a mince pie inside the sumptuous property.
Mulled cider price: £14 per glass (including mince pie).
Address: Reigate Road, KT22 8QX.
15. The Greyhound, Ash
The pub reopened on November 15 following a £200,00 refurbishment.
The 16th century building has been given a new lease of life and its outdoor space now features a lovely garden.
Mulled wine price: £4.50 a glass.
Address: Ash Street, GU12 6LA.
16. The Drummond, Guildford
This town centre pub has fantastic heated wooden chalets in the garden for alfresco drinks.
On November 17 the pub launched its festive menu which will be available until January 1 2020.
Naturally, it features roast turkey breast with Cumberland pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, cranberry and orange stuffing, Brussels sprouts with chestnuts, roasted roots and a red wine jus.
Mulled wine is available now and mulled cider will be coming soon.
Mulled wine price: £4.95.
Address: Woodbridge Road, GU1 4RF.
17. The Three Horseshoes, Laleham
The friendly, independently-owned pub is very cosy in the winter what with a real fire and comfy armchairs.
There is also a heated barn on the terrace and a menu of homecooked comforts.
Think pan fried calves liver with smoked streaky bacon, creamy mash, wilted spinach and a sage jus.
Mulled wine price: £4.75 a glass (175ml).
Address: Shepperton Road, TW18 1SE.
18. Great Fosters, Egham
The exquisite five star hotel started serving mulled wine to guests on November 19 with a seat in front of the fire optional.
The luxury hotel is home to a Michelin star restaurant, 50 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland, plus a wonderful cocktail bar.
Mulled wine price: £6.50 per glass
Address: Stroude Road, TW20 9UR.
19. Beehive, Englefield Green
Not far down the road is this more casual but equally charming pub.
The traditional boozer will not only being serving mulled wine made with their own secret blend of spices and fruit, but also mulled cider and hot gin and tonics.
To make your mulled cider extra special you can add a shot of Tarquins Blackberry Gin for £3.50.
The hot G&Ts include Sloe Gin and Gingerbread flavours.
Mulled wine price: £4 per glass (including mulled cider). Hot G&Ts £5.
Address: Middle Hill, TW20 0JQ.
20. Cosy Club, Guildford
The quirky town centre pub in Tunsgate Quarter will be serving mulled wine as part of their £28.95 Christmas menu or vegan Christmas menu.
the menus are available from November 21 to December 24.
Mulled wine price: £3.95 per glass on top of Christmas menu package.
Address: Tunsgate Quarter, High Street, GU1 3QY.
