Instead of mourning the end of beer garden season, this week we're looking forward to long nights spent amongst friends in cosy pubs as the temperature drops in Scotland.

And what better way to escape the chill than finding a space with an open fire or wood-burning stove which crackles and pops while you whittle away an Autumn evening?

From city centre bars to historic Highland inns, here are 10 spots across the country where you can enjoy a dram in the warm glow of a real fire.

The Belle

617 Great Western Road, Glasgow

The fire is lit from noon onwards at this bar in Glasgow’s West End that attracts locals and visitors alike.

There’s a wide selection of craft beers, guest wines and spirits to choose from before pulling up a window seat, perfect for people-watching while you sip.

The George Hotel

1 Main Street, Inveraray

A family-run hotel on the West Coast of Scotland which is home to an AA Rosette awarded restaurant, a garden space for when the sun shines and a whisky snug that’s heated by a coal and peat fire.

Formerly awarded the title of Whisky Bar of the Year, the public bar at the George Hotel is open seven days a week with a warm welcome always guaranteed.

The Stein Inn

Stein, Isle of Skye

The oldest inn on the Isle of Skye sits on the banks of Lochbay, looking towards the Outer Hebrides.

Beloved by Nigella Lawson, who once described the inn as a ‘truly special place’, the award-winning bar is kept well stocked with single malts, local beers and gins best enjoyed as the fire flickers in the corner.

Kay’s bar

39 Jamaica Street, Edinburgh

A historic city pub in Edinburgh’s New Town with room for no more than a scattering of small tables and high stools at the bar.

Kay’s describes itself as an ‘exceptionally well-preserved Victorian Bar’, with a selection of cask ales and many interesting features throughout the premises, including a toasty coal fire.

Moulin Inn

Kirkmichael Road, Pitlochry

You don’t have to book an overnight stay at this Highland hotel to enjoy its ‘old world’ charm and roaring log fires.

Adding to the appeal is the adjacent Moulin Brewery, one of the first microbreweries to have launched in Scotland in 1995, where the team continues to create their own range of beers and ales to keep their pub stocked.

The Dreel Tavern

High Street, Anstruther

With a history that dates back to the 18th century, The Dreel Tavern in Anstruther is a fantastic spot to nestle in by the ‘grand open fire’ after a bracing day of exploring the seaside.

As well as an extensive drinks list, expect sharing boards packed full of the finest seafood the East Neck has to offer from prawn marie rose to smoked fish pate.

The Kirkstyle Inn

Dunning, Perthshire

Take a trip to Perthshire in search of the fine wines, ales and food hearty pub food classics served at the Kirkstyle Inn.

The team describes its bar space as “traditional in appearance with the best of Scottish hospitality, roaring fires and proper old furniture that you might want to take home.”

The Cross Keys

Kippen, Stirling

A traditional inn situated in the charming village of Kippen, just a short drive away from the city of Stirling.

Cask ales are provided by local brewers at Harviestoun and Williams brothers, pairing perfectly with a Sunday roast served beside the fire at weekends.

Rab Ha’s

83 Hutcheson Street, Glasgow

In the heart of Merchant City, Rab Ha’s offers an escape from busy city centre streets as we hurtle towards Christmas shopping season.

With stripped stone walls, wood panelling and an open fire it’s a great spot for an either evening tipple or an afternoon caffeine fix.

The Dores Inn

Dores, near Inverness

For unrivalled views across Loch Ness, venture just outside of Inverness to discover The Dores Inn.

There you can enjoy a range of malt whiskies and fine wines by the fire as well as a tempting menu of burgers and Highland steaks to refuel after a day of Nessie spotting.