The Duke’s Summer Garden brings open-air dining and live sport to Bicester Village

A new seasonal destination has arrived at Bicester Village, as The Double Red Duke launches The Duke’s Summer Garden, transforming part of the shopping destination into a relaxed open-air hub for food, drink and entertainment.

Created exclusively for the summer months, the concept blends terrace dining, a dedicated outdoor bar, and a packed programme of live sport and music.

At the centre of the space is the Defender Bar, serving a seasonal menu of cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, beers and cider designed for long summer afternoons.

Signature serves include the Hipsterra Spritz and Strawberry & Rose Hip Bramble, alongside classic favourites such as Pimm’s or a sharing Pimm’s Pitcher. Non-alcoholic options include Duke Lemonade and a Rhubarb & Garden Thyme Shrub, offering lighter summer alternatives.

On tap, guests can choose from Freedom Lager, Double Diamond IPA, Henry Weston’s cider, and Guinness, reinforcing the casual, festival-style atmosphere.

The food offering takes a similarly relaxed approach, with a terrace menu built around elevated summer comfort dishes.

Highlights include a Double Cheeseburger with cheddar, pickles and fries, a Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger, a Fish Dog with tartare sauce, and a Portobello Mushroom Burger with halloumi and harissa. More premium options include a Lobster Roll and a Fillet Steak Sandwich on sourdough, both served with fries.

The space is designed to extend the Bicester Village experience beyond retail, with a large outdoor screen showing key sporting moments throughout the summer, including England matches, Wimbledon, and other major UK fixtures. Deckchair seating adds to the laid-back viewing setup.

Fridays bring an additional layer of atmosphere, with live music programmed each week to mark the start of the weekend.

With food, drink, sport and entertainment combined in one open-air setting, The Duke’s Summer Garden positions itself as a new seasonal social destination within Bicester Village—encouraging visitors to linger longer into the evening.