The Best Pies for British Summer Picnics and Garden Gatherings
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By Mud Pies Team
There’s nothing quite like a British summer. The sun peeks out (occasionally), the BBQs are fired up, and weekends are spent in gardens, parks and on picnic blankets. Whether you're planning a relaxed lunch in the garden, a family gathering, or an impromptu picnic in the park, the food has to be easy, satisfying , and most importantly, delicious.
And that’s where Mud’s handcrafted pies come in.
From savoury classics to light seasonal squiches and fruity favourites for afters, we’ve picked our top pies to enjoy outdoors, wherever your British summer takes you.
Why Pies Make Perfect Summer Picnic Food
Pies are the ultimate picnic all-rounder. They’re easy to pack, full of flavour, and don’t require any faff, no messy prep or fiddly plating. Just slice, share, and tuck in.
At Mud, all our pies and squiches are made using butter-rich pastry and filled with carefully sourced, locally produced ingredients. Whether served warm or cold, they hold their shape, travel well, and taste just as good in the sunshine as they do on a rainy day in.
Our Top Summer Picks from the Mud Menu
1. Hot Smoked Trout & Watercress Squiche
Fresh, light and full of flavour
This one's made for summer picnics. Packed with hot smoked trout, peppery watercress, and free-range eggs, this squiche offers a lighter bite that still satisfies. Pair it with a crisp salad or a cool glass of something bubbly.
Great for: Alfresco lunches, light eaters, pescatarians
Serve with: New potatoes, cucumber ribbons or a lemony herb dressing
2. Chicken, Ham & Leek Pie
A creamy crowd-pleaser
This award-winner is a proper favourite, and it works a treat cold as part of a picnic spread. The creamy filling of British chicken, ham and leeks wrapped in our signature pastry is just the ticket when you're feeding a crowd in the sunshine.
Great for: Garden buffets and family picnics
Serve with: Coleslaw, crusty bread or chilled cider
3. Scrumpy Cheese & Onion Pie
Sweet, tangy and vegetarian-friendly
Made with mature cheddar, tangy onion and a splash of real Scrumpy cider, this vegetarian pie is bold, punchy, and summery in all the right ways. It’s a picnic essential even meat-eaters will fight over.
Great for: Mixed diet gatherings
Serve with: Pickles, cherry tomatoes and green salad
4. Game Pie
A rich twist for special summer occasions
Prefer something a bit more robust? Our Game Pie is a rich blend of wild game, red wine and herbs - not just for winter! It's a fantastic centrepiece for long lunches in the garden or countryside get-togethers with a glass of red.
Great for: Outdoor dinner parties, rustic spreads
Serve with: Red onion chutney, watercress, crusty bread
5. Black Cherry Pie (Serves 2)
A fruity finale for your picnic table
No British picnic is complete without something sweet. Our best-selling Black Cherry is filled with soft black cherries and wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. Serve it cold with cream or custard, or warm it gently for a proper pudding moment.
Great for: Sharing under the sun
Serve with: Clotted cream or a dollop of crème fraîche
Order Online – Delivered to Your Door
Whether you’re prepping for a picnic or building a buffet for your next garden gathering, Mud Pies offers a pies by post service across the UK. Simply visit our online pie shop, choose your pies, and we’ll send them chilled, ready to enjoy or freeze.
You can:
- Mix and match your own pie box
- Choose one of our Bestseller Bundles
- Add extras like squiches, sweet pies or even a Mud gift card
We pack with care and deliver straight to your door so you can enjoy proper food, wherever your summer takes you.
Browse all pies and squiches here
Make Summer Taste Like Mud
Whether it’s a summer holiday picnic, a lazy afternoon in the garden or a late summer get-together, make it memorable with proper British pies.
Our award-winning selection brings flavour, quality, and heart to every bite, no preservatives, no shortcuts, just honest food made with care.
Because summer may come and go, but good pie is forever.