See the three man caves at the back of British homes battling it out to the be crowned Pub Shed of the Year
These three traditional English pubs are actually the DIY man caves that are in the running to be crowned the winner of Britain's best Pub Shed of the Year 2024.
They might look like the inside of your local boozer or countryside pub but these incredible miniature bars have all been built in back garden sheds across the UK.
A trio of finalists have now been announced by judges after being whittled down from more than one thousand entries.
They include the Shaun of the Dead-inspired The Winchester, in Eastleigh, Hampshire, which features an ornate bar, poker table and dart board.
Next up, the patriotic Adelaide, in South Benfleet, Essex, is also decked out to look like a stereotypical British pub. It boasts a big screen and original furniture from a number of closed down public houses.
Last but in no ways least, The Rob Inn, in Ascot, Berkshire, has more of a rustic country pub vibe with wooden panels, brickwork and a wood burner next to its fully-stocked bar.
The brilliant back yard boozers will now go head-to-head to be crowned the winner of this year's national contest on August 17.
The Shaun of the Dead-inspired The Winchester, in Eastleigh, Hampshire (pictured) features an ornate bar, poker table and dart board
The patriotic Adelaide, in South Benfleet, Essex, (pictured) is also decked out to look like a stereotypical British pub
The Rob Inn, in Ascot , Berkshire (pictured) has more of a rustic country pub vibe with wooden panels, brickwork and a wood burner next to its fully-stocked bar
Kev Marchant first began building The Winchester in October 2022 and used his contacts in the construction trade to source materials for the 6m x 3m long bar.
He said: 'Myself and the wife Gina came up with the idea in October 2020. We put the wheels in motion late December and pretty much had it done within a month as we worked on it most days.
'As I'm in the construction trade I knew a few people I could get to help with things such as electrics, carpets etc.
'Like many others we decided to build the pub mainly because of lockdown and somewhere to entertain our friends.
'We decided on the pub name 'The Winchester' as we were both born in Winchester in Hampshire.
'Also the pub name in Shaun of the dead - albeit a different pandemic - was also called The Winchester.
'I went down the old school traditional look basically because I have fond memories of my younger days enjoying myself in these types of pubs, so thought let's try and stick one in the garden.
'It's the best thing we did, we've held ours and friend's birthday parties, also some fun poker nights and it's a very cheap taxi ride home.'
Kev Marchant first began building The Winchester in October 2022 and used his contacts in the construction trade to source materials for the 6m x 3m long bar
The couple decided because of lockdown, giving them somewhere to entertain their friends
The owners say they have had some fun poker nights since opening the pub
Mr Marchant went down the old school traditional look because he had 'fond memories of my younger days enjoying myself in these types of pubs'
The Adelaide 'landlord' Terence Rogers already had an outside bar at his property but wanted a pub shed he could use all year round.
He added: 'We had an outside bar which was only useable in good weather so decided to build a bar which could be used all year round.
'In 2022 we had the base and main structure built by my nephew, which we fitted out as a traditional English pub.
'All the furniture was sourced from either closed down pubs or second-hand sites and refurbished by ourselves to bring them to a good standard.
'The pub name was suggested due to our road name, but after a bit of research we found that there really was a Queen Adelaide who was Queen consort to William IV 1830-37 and the image on the sign is a true picture of her, Adelaide in Australia was named after her.
'We now host quiz and game nights and general get togethers over pub food and it has become a meeting hub for the street/family and friends to enjoy music or watch major sporting events on a large dropdown screen with additional speakers to allow music to be played in the garden.'
The Adelaide 'landlord' Terence Rogers already had an outside bar at his property but wanted a pub shed he could use all year round
Mr Roger's family and friends enjoy music or watch major sporting events on a large dropdown screen with additional speakers to allow music to be played in the garden
All the furniture was sourced from either closed down pubs or second-hand sites and refurbished by Mr Rogers
Robin Arkwright built his 'cozy, rustic, snug' in a room at the rear of his garage, which is only accessible through a single discreet door.
He said: 'After having built a small bar in there a few years ago, we decided to knock the wall through, with the help of my wonderful neighbour, to gain a little more space.
'I started the build in the summer last year and finished it in April.
'The materials are a mixture of reclaimed timbers, along with new timbers that I have aged back to achieve that rustic feel.
'I always wanted the bar to be brick, but the walls were breeze block, so a bit of creativity was needed.
'I battened it all out and created the brick from MDF with each brick individually finished and hand painted. A labour of love, but it is always a talking point.
'Since completion, and during the build we have had many great nights with family, friends and neighbours, and we look forward to many more.
'I always struggled with a name, and then one morning standing in the garden, a robin landed just metres from my feet.
'It was always my late dad's favourite bird, and some say a “sign of loved ones coming to visit”. With my name being Rob, it was sorted. The "Rob-Inn" was born.'
Robin Arkwright built his 'cozy, rustic, snug' in a room at the rear of his garage, which is only accessible through a single discreet door
Mr Arkwright started the build in the summer last year and finished it in April this year
The materials are a mixture of reclaimed timbers, along with new timbers that Mr Arkwright has aged back to achieve 'that rustic feel'
Twofatblokes.co.uk bar signs runs the annual competition for back garden publicans to enter the converted Pub Shed of The Year.
It is believed more than two million back garden pubs are now in operation in Britain after their popularity exploded during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ashley Turner, from Two Fat Blokes Bar Sign Emporium, said: 'With the huge cost of living crisis more and more homeowners are adding their own pub in their gardens.
'With the average cost of a pint now over £4.94 across the UK & over £5.59 in London, it's no surprise that Britons are looking for ways to save on the cost of their entertainment.
'By having your own garden pub, gin palace or garden bar you save on the cost of the booze with a pint from the local supermarket from only £1.35 a can. It's easy to see how much is saved by having your favourite tipple at home, then there's no expensive taxis or waiting at a bus stop.'
The Pub Shed of The Year 2024 winner will be announced on August 17.
