THE Government has allowed the opening of hostelries from this weekend.

The relaxation of the lockdown means that pub goers may now have a chance to soak up the sun in a beer garden with a pint of their favourite tipple.

With pubs slowly getting back on their feet after months of closure we are sure many readers are keen to support local businesses.

This week, we asked you about the best beer gardens.

Here, in no particular order are some of the recommendations.

1. ROYAL SCOT, CARLISLE

Based on Langrigg Road in Morton, the pub is open seven days a week.

It also serves up food and drink, and has an outdoor seating area for punters.

Jono Ogilvie, who voiced his recommendation for the pub, said: “The play area and small football pitch for the kids and big kids outside.

“[There is a] dog friendly area and also an outside bar area, could you want any more?”

2. LANE BAR, CARLISLE

The cocktail bar, on Long Lane, by Fisher Street in the city centre, also has some outdoor seating for customers.

Julie Elliot said: “The flowers, sun, and seating arrangements make you feel like you're in a country garden not in the middle of town.

“Also, it’s a beautiful suntrap.”

3. CUMBERLAND INN, CARLISLE

Located on Botchergate in the city centre, The Cumberland Inn also has some outdoor seating, which backs out on to the neighbouring Carlisle train station.

The pub serves a range of drinks and meals.

Craig Lamont, who praised the pub to us online, said: “It’s cool with the breeze up Colliers Lane but still catches the sun.

“Excellent choice of beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic).

“It also has friendly staff and always someone to have a craic with.”

4. STATION HOTEL, PENRITH

Based on Castlegate, near to Penrith train station, the hotel and pub is open seven days a week.

Mark Weir said: “The Station Hotel, Penrith.

“Great view of the castle.”

5. CROWN INN, POOLEY BRIDGE

The traditional village pub, located in the centre of Pooley Bridge, was recommended by Michelle Coggins.

She said: “The Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge.

“It has a riverside garden, roof terrace, outside bar, and table service.”

6. SWINSIDE INN, KESWICK

The inn, based on Newlands Valley, is a favourite of Becky Roberts

She said: The inn at Keswick, or the Coldale Inn, also at Keswick.

"Both have fabulous views.”

7. BRANTWOOD BAR, PENRITH

Reader Sandra Stoker told us: “It has great staff, a gin hour, plus fantastic gardens.”