It’s good news for people in England, as pubs and restaurants are finally welcoming customers back to their outdoor seating areas. Whether you’re more about an alfresco brunch than afternoon dinner and drinks, we take a look at some of the country’s best spots for socialising outdoors when lockdown restrictions ease.
13. The Canal House, Birmingham
Birmingham is not short of outdoor dining, but you might be hard-pressed to find a cooler spot than the Canal House. It boasts one of the best beer gardens in the city centre, with incredible views of the canal. Munch on classic gastro dishes while sipping on a refreshing cocktail. thecanalhouse.uk.com Photo: Facebook
14. Grantley Hall, Ripon
Where could be better to spend your first restaurant meal in months than at the grand Grantley Hall in Yorkshire? This 17th century luxury country hotel is home to not one but two outdoor terraces: the Norton Courtyard, where you can expect exquisite British cuisine, and EightyEight which reworks classic Asian dishes. grantleyhall.co.uk Photo: Facebook
15. The Grand Junction Arms, Hertfordshire
A charming inn with nice twists on classic pub food, the Grand Junction Arms in Tring sits on the banks of the Grand Union Canal, five minutes away from College Lake nature reserve. The spacious outside mezzanine makes for a great place to enjoy good quality food and some drinks - and there’s even an undercover area in case of rain. thegrandjunctionarmstring.co.uk Photo: Facebook
16. Rockfish, Plymouth
This restaurant may be part of a chain, but the Rockfish seafood restaurants are popular for a reason. The Plymouth haunt’s large alfresco dining space is a spot not to be missed in good weather, as the wooden benches and tables look out over the town’s iconic harbour. therockfish.co.uk Photo: Facebook