And the answer is yes – there are plenty of pubs that are the epitome of cosy. So what better excuse than to head down to a pub with a roaring fire to keep yourself warm.
From The Bridge Tavern to The Black Dog, Hampshire is home to some of the most traditional and welcoming pubs.
Here are 22 pubs with a real fire to keep you cosy in the long winter months:
21. The Maypole - Hayling Island
The Maypole, Hayling Island, is a popular pub on the island and Use Your Local says that it has a real fire. Photo: Habibur Rahman
22. Lord Raglan Pub, Emsworth
Emsworth is home to some wonderful pubs including The Lord Raglan Pub which has a real fire. Picture: Paul Jacobs (141408-1) Photo: PJ
23. The King's Arms, Emsworth
The King's Arms, Emsworth, is an absolutely splendid pub that is cosy and warm in the winter. Photo: Google
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