There are still strict rules in place about social distancing, who you can meet up with and wearing a mask while moving around – and it’s table service only. These pubs, all with a long history in the licensed trade, are among many that did not reopen recently for outdoor-only drinking and some have been closed for a year, so it will be very exciting when they can serve customers once more. Cheers!
5. Feathered friend
The Crow Inn on Scotland Street, after a clever change of name Photo: Wendy Woodhouse
6. Clever changes
This Google Maps image from 2008 shows it was once known as the Old Crown Inn. The present-day pub sign shows a crow with a letter N in its mouth Photo: Julia Armstrong/Google Maps
7. Bar star
Rutland Arms manager Heather Griffin, pictured in March 2018 when the Brown Street pub was the venue for a Women in Beer event. The pub will offer a walk-in service from May 17, no table bookings Photo: Scott Merrylees
8. Street art on show
The Rutland has a decidedly quirky style - famed artist Phlegm has decorated outside areas that can be admired from the pub garden Photo: Chris Etchells