As the nights get longer and the days get colder, there is even more reason to cosy up with a drink at the pub.

Although there are plenty of cosy pubs in Havering, very few have a real roaring fire to huddle around.

We have found four cosy Havering pubs with fires - all of which have an average rating of four stars and higher on Google or TripAdvisor.

Four cosy pubs in Havering with their own fire

The Ship, Gidea Park, Romford

The Ship is a Grade II-listed pub with a cosy fire and low beamsThe Ship is a Grade II-listed pub with a cosy fire and low beams (Image: Google Maps)

Dating back to 1762, this Grade II-listed pub is full of character - with its old wooden beams adding to the cosy vibes.

The Ship gets 4.5 stars from punters on both Google and TripAdvisor, and many mention the "roaring" fire.

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One TripAdvisor reviewer said: "The Ship has a lovely roaring fire in an open fireplace, and couple that with the original beams throughout, make the whole experience perfect - especially for a cold winter's day!"

The Ardleigh, Hornchurch

The Ardleigh reopened in September after a refurbishment - and has kept a cosy and contemporary feel.

The "classic" pub gets a 4.1-star rating on Google, with many customers commenting on the "warm and welcoming" atmosphere.

One reviewer said that you "can't beat the open fire", while another added that they "loved the fireplace".

The Thatched House, Upminster

The Thatched HouseThe Thatched House (Image: Google)

This country pub in Upminster oozes rural charm and serves hearty food to pair with its log fire. 

The Thatched House gets an average of four stars on TripAdvisor and 4.2 stars on Google from more than 1,000 reviewers.

Last winter, one customer called the roaring log fire "a real treat for a cold Saturday lunchtime".

The Railway Hotel, Hornchurch

The RailwayThe Railway Hotel encourages customers to 'settle down by our roaring fire' ahead of Christmas (Image: Google Maps)

This central Hornchurch pub is right near the station, but still manages to keep a cosy atmosphere.

It gets an average of 4.2 stars on Google, from more than 800 reviews, and its website encourages customers to "settle down by our roaring fire" in the run up to Christmas.

One TripAdvisor reviewer said The Railway Hotel was "very cosy" with "good tasty food".