Five great pubs with gardens

The Stage

Situated in a commanding position on the riverside, the garden at the Stage dips down to where the original bridge came across the river years ago – and the views are timeless. A flotilla of swans may glide past as you are tucking into your lunch, and if you are lucky you may see a kingfisher swoop along the bank. In short this is one of the most idyllic places to have a cool pint and a bite to eat in the Deepings. The menu is varied and interesting, the beer is well kept and there is a special menu for Father’s Day! Visit https://www.deepingstage.com/

The Bluebell

Shh.. did you know that heading off to the Bluebell in Helpston on a sunny day and tucking into a delicious lunch has the same relaxing effect as packing the car up and heading off to Norfolk for the day! A quintessential English village replete with country gardens and thatched roofs – the view from the garden is timeless. The service is always with a smile, there is a fine selection of real ale and interesting gins! And the fare from Dan’s kitchen is always recommended! Go on – it’s just what the doctor ordered!

Five great pubs with gardens

The Waterton Arms

When The Waterton was allowed to have its customers back staff decided to move their marquee closer to the pub to better suit everyone’s needs. Close to the pub and close to the garden grill enabled a great environment to both eat and drink whatever the weather and, to be honest, with the weather since reopening (bearing in mind this time last year) they have certainly found it an advantage. During lockdown 3 they invested in fantastic new play equipment that is proving popular to keep the kids entertained and so all that is required now is for the weather to improve and the government to stick to its roadmap, when hopefully we can all get back to normal and really start to enjoy pub life again.

The Black Horse

Situated in the historic village of Baston, The Black Horse is a handsome addition to the High Street which has for generations provided a hostelry for travellers and locals – it is the pub for all seasons! Great as an occasions venue when your party can spill out into the garden or as the perfect pub to take the family for Sunday lunch! There are a number of menus to cater for all tastes, including a children’s menu for the young ones in your party. The garden is tucked away at the back of the property away from the main road – an oasis of calm where you can enjoy the long-awaited company of old friends! www.blackhorse-baston.co.uk/

“A GEM OF A VILLAGE PUB”

Freshly prepared seasonal food - ideal for light lunch or dinner and not forgetting that all important Sunday roast!

10 Woodgate Helpston Peterborough PE6 7ED 01733 252 394 www.bluebellhelpston.co.uk

68 Church Street, Deeping St James, PE6 8HD Tel: 01778 342219 Email: thewatertonarms@hotmail.co.uk

The Goat

As well as taking the opportunity during lockdown of refurbishing the inside of the pub, the Goat has also created a new patio outside. With a generous grassed area and play equipment for the kids this provides a safe and secure environment for families to enjoy an English country pub out in the countryside! Those choosing to eat in the garden receive full table service but an outside service area allows customers to be catered for outside without having to go inside. Open every day from midday, all day, food service is between 12 and 2.00pm & 5-8.00pm Mon – Friday; and 12-8.00pm Saturday & Sunday. Father’s Day? Bookings are now being taken now for traditional well-cooked fare. There are live music afternoons in the garden all summer. Follow them on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ TheGoatAtFrognall

We welcome back diners to eat inside with lunch available Wednesday through to Sunday. Our pizza and grill room menu will be available on Friday and Saurday early evening 4.00pm to 8.00pm. Booking for inside is adviseable. We look forward to seeing you soon.