IT'S a bank holiday weekend - a time when people are looking forward to a walk and a drink in the sunshine.
Why not enjoy a drink and a bite to eat al fresco at one of these top 12 beer gardens?
At the beginning of June, we wanted to find St Helens' Best Beer Garden and we shortlisted the top 12 destinations in the town.
Turks Head was a worthy winner taking the title this year.
When the sun is shining on a hot summer’s day, not much beats a cold, refreshing drink in a beer garden.
A drink or two al fresco with family and friends is the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather.
OUR 12 BEST BEER GARDEN SHORTLIST:
Carr Mill Dam
The Dam, Carr Mill Dam
The views make the perfect back drop for a drink in the sun.
For more details go to facebook.com/TheDamcarrmill
The Star Inn
The Star Inn, Rainford
One nomination said: “The Star Inn in Rainford is a great pub where you’re made very welcome and the beers are first class.”
For more details go to facebook.com/StarInnRainford
The Swan
The Swan, St Helens
The outside space at The Swan is a huge hit with regulars wanting to enjoy a drink outside.
There’s always a warm welcome and positive vibes.
For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063593437641
The Griffin Inn
The Griffin Inn, Eccleston
One nomination said: “This is an incredible beer garden with a pizza oven and drinks.
“It’s by far the best in St Helens.”
For more details go to facebook.com/thegriffininnsthelens
The Gerard Arms
The Gerard Arms, St Helens
One happy customer said: “The Gerard Arms’ beer garden is always kept tidy, there is great service and it can get sunshine all day long.”
Is this the biggest beer garden in St Helens?
For more details go to instagram.com/thegerardarms
The Cowley Vaults
Cowley Vaults, St Helens
Customers love this “community pub with tonnes of atmosphere” with one saying it’s the most welcoming place in the north west.
For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063750063147
Manor Farm
Manor Farm, Rainhill
This 17th century farmhouse was converted into a pub in 1977.
If you visit on a sunny day, you can enjoy the large patio area and beer garden with great views.
For more details go to facebook.com/ManorFarmRainhill
The Cricketers Arms (Image: supplied)
The Cricketers Arms, St Helens
One review on their Facebook page said: “I’m a regular here.
“There’s great beer and friendly staff - why go anywhere else?”
For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063707419141
The Turks Head
The Turks Head, St Helens
Customers love the beer garden with “great beers, delicious food and great table service from staff".
Some say they are “treated like royalty”!
For more details go to facebook.com/theturksheadsthelens
Eagle and Child
Eagle and Child, Rainford
This venue is popular with locals who appreciate the “friendly pub with a great atmosphere”.
There’s always a warm welcome waiting for customers who want to meet up with friends or family inside the pub or out in the beer garden.
For more details go to facebook.com/eagleandchildrainford
The Vault
The Vault, Church Street, St Helens
Nominations mentioned the “great atmosphere” and “lovely staff”.
Another said: “A great space in the outdoors!”
For more details go to facebook.com/vaultsthelens
Tank Bar
Tank Bar, St Helens
One nomination said: “It has to be Tank Bar.
“It’s the best within miles with great tasting beer and a great atmosphere every time.”
Another said: “It might be small but Tank always has the best beer garden atmosphere.”
For more details go to instagram.com/tankbar39
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