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TOP 12 summer dining spots Take your pick from these glorious outdoor eateries, all serving a selection of delicious food and drink
THE TAPROOM Just off the River Great Ouse in St Ives, The Taproom’s renovated courtyard garden is perfect to while away a sunny day. Whether you’re a sun worshipper or want to escape to the shade of the sleek new pergolas, the garden is open from breakfast to cocktail hour. The menu is packed with crowd-pleasers, from loaded fries to hearty pasta dishes, while its bottomless brunches are already legendary. Stop by for cocktails aplenty and delicious dishes on weekends.
THE LODGE, DUXFORD
This chic courtyard is fully equipped with firepits, deckchairs and a large, cosy tipi – head along for Mediterranean-style food and a DJ at weekends. For a little more privacy, you can book a table in the unique glasshouses on the lawn, dining under the stars in style.
The Graduate hotel’s lush lawns on the banks of the Cam are the perfect spot for enjoying some alfresco fun this summer. As well as a huge cocktail list and speciality beers, the hotel will be serving up a BBQ menu and series of open-air cinema screenings this summer. GARDEN HOUSE, CAMBRIDGE
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