TOM’S PICKS

1. BARRAFINA Soho, London

One of London’s great restaurants, on the edge of Dean Street, with a covered and heated outdoor eating area. Start with a glass of house Manzanilla sherry, then move on to oozing ham croquetas, glorious tortillas, fried chipirones and a baby gem salad draped with the sweetest of anchovies. barrafina.co.uk

2. THE RIVER CAFÉ Hammersmith, London

Possibly my favourite restaurant in London, and the first place to which I’ll return. Peerless Italian ingredients, treated with care that verges on adoration. Most of the restaurant will be moved outside, under awning and parasols. rivercafe.co.uk

3. IL PORTICO Kensington, London

London’s oldest family-owned restaurant never lets you down. It specialises in food and ingredients from Emilia Romagna, so wonderful Parma ham, Parmesan and game, as well as regional dishes from across Italy. famigliaportico.co.uk

4. HUSH Mayfair, London

One of London’s great outdoor eating areas, smack in the middle of the West End, with huge parasols, heaters, cracking cocktails and the likes of lobster rolls, duck confit shepherd’s pie and Mars bar cheesecake. A place to while away a very merry day. hush.co.uk

5. SAM’S RIVERSIDE Hammersmith, London

Sam’s has become a London institution, with everything from oysters to Welsh lamb and Devon brill. A great wine list too. There will be two sittings for lunch and dinner on the heated outdoor terrace. samsriverside.co.uk

6. BENTLEY’S Mayfair, London

Celebrate the reopening of restaurants with vast platters of oysters, crabs and Dover sole. The sort of place where you can linger for hours. bentleys.org

7. THE MILLER OF MANSFIELD Reading, Berkshire

An idyllic Oxfordshire hotel and restaurant, where from April 14 you can sit out on the terrace, drinking proper cocktails and feasting on venison sausage rolls and fried Cornish whitebait. millerofmansfield.com

8. CROCKERS Henley-on-Thames

You’ll find some serious food at Crockers, much of it with an Asian influence. Choose from two alfresco terraces, where a good deal of the menu (proper steaks, excellent fish) is cooked over Japanese robata grills. A dinner to remember. Opens April 13. henley.crockersuk.com

9. THE VINEYARD

Newbury, Berkshire They don’t do things by halves at The Vineyard, so a huge pavilion has been built, named OutSide. Here, there are ‘small plates’ such as asparagus and pecorino, or half lobster. Then there’s the wine list, one of the best in the country. the-vineyard.co.uk

10. THE GOODS SHED

Canterbury One of the finest food halls in England, and a wonderful restaurant too. You can feast away outside on home-smoked trout, spring lamb’s leg and wild bass with crab and tarragon. thegoodsshed.co.uk

11. LUCCA ENOTECA Manningtree, Essex

Wood-fired pizzas, pasta and focaccia made fresh every day. A daily risotto and an Italian wine list that will have you believing in La Dolce Vita. What’s not to love? Sit out on the patio and celebrate the joys of being at a restaurant again. luccafoods.co.uk

12. BOTTEGA CARUSO Margate, Kent

A small but perfectly formed trattoria. They have few outside tables so get there early. Start with a negroni. Then tuck in to gnocchi

13. JOY Portobello, London

Perfectly designed for alfresco eating, there are covered tables, as well as fully enclosed, heated pods overlooking the Grand Union canal, with Stevie Parle’s reliably excellent food, much of it cooked over coals. Welsh lobster, Kentish chicken, and the very best of British produce (left). joyatportobello.co.uk so light you fear they’ll float away, incredible ravioli and proper Neapolitan ragu. Opens April 14. bottegacaruso.com

14. THE FORDWICH ARMS

Fordwich, Kent At the Fordwich, the terrace, draped in vines and bedecked in flowers, is every bit as beautiful as the food. Watch the River Stour wind its way by, as you munch duck liver parfait and roast saddle of local venison. Opens on April 13. fordwicharms.co.uk

15. THE WHITE OAK Maidenhead, Berkshire

A Michelin Bib Gourmand means serious gastronomic business. They have Oaks Garden Dining pods for a maximum of six, where you can tuck in to home-made gazpacho, cod cheek scampi and a local steak. thewhiteoak.co.uk

16. THE BEEHIVE White Waltham

Chef proprietor Dominic Chapman trained at Kensington Place before opening The Beehive. The food is seasonal and simple: fried Cornish squid, slow-cooked shoulder of lamb and Cambridge Burnt Cream. All eaten on tables overlooking the White Waltham cricket ground. thebeehivewhitewaltham.com

17. THE JOLLY CRICKETERS Beaconsfield

Eat alfresco, under cover, with heaters and blankets to ward away any mid-spring chill. Good burgers, home-made sausage rolls, Scotch eggs, fish and chips and proper roasts. thejollycricketers.co.uk

OLLY'S PICKS 18. THE CROWN AT BRAY Maidenhead, Berkshire

This 16th Century coaching inn has a mature garden to the rear and the menu features classics such as the Crown dry aged burger with raclette, as well as the range of 32 Himalayan salt chamber dry aged steaks cooked on a charcoal grill. The 300 sq m garden marquee seats 70 with an open kitchen and bar. thecrownatbray.com

19. THE RAM INN Lewes, East Sussex

Great food, fab walks nearby and Harvey’s as well as Burning Sky beer – perfection. The beach at the front of the pub has a beautiful view over to the Downs. It’s a gloriously toasty sun trap and from breakfast through to lunch and dinner the food is among my favourite in Britain – wild mushrooms on toast always makes me grin, and they have a fabulous wood-fired oven for cooking fish or seafood. Or treat yourself to a roast. raminn.co.uk

20. TACOS PADRE Borough Market, London

The small taqueria with the big Mexican flavours. You order the likes of lamb barbacoa, cauliflower al pastor and pork cochinita pibil tacos, piled into freshly made tortillas, and sit down among the tropical plants in front. Don’t forget the fine range of tequilas, mescals and cocktails. tacospadre.com

21. THE ANGLESEA ARMS Hammersmith, London

A London stalwart, with a terrace for warmer months. The food is cracking. Perfect for a swift half or a long Saturday session. angleseaarmspub.co.uk

22. THE SWAN Denham, Buckinghamshire

This Georgian gem has a sun-trap garden tucked out back and you can book online for dining on the lower terrace on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The bubble and squeak is a firm local favourite and if it’s only a drink you’re after, then just walk into the garden. swaninndenham.co.uk

23. BEAK BREWERY Lewes, East Sussex

The Beak Brewery is reopening on April 16 and then open every Friday (5-11pm) and Saturday (12-11pm), with an amazing roster of street-food stalls and some of the best burgers in Britain. In addition, the Beak has 15 keg lines, 12 natural and biodynamic wines and regular live music. beakbrewery.com

24. THE GRIFFIN INN Uckfield, East Sussex

My old dog Barney used to love it here. It was his favourite pub to snooze under a table – and one of mine too! I love the food, the well-kept Harvey’s Best Bitter, shared love of cricket, excellent food and terrific wine list. The garden is charming and the view stretches for miles. thegriffininn.co.uk

25. BUOY AND OYSTER Margate, Kent

Oh we do love to be beside the seaside and here at the Buoy And Oyster the beach is only a couple of feet away. Stare at the sea with a big plate of local, day-caught fresh fish, a vast local crab, oysters and a glass of something white, chilled and definitely Kentish. buoyandoyster.com

26. CRATE BREWERY Hackney Wick, London

Canalside beers and ace stone-baked pizza. It’s situated on the River Lea opposite the Olympic site – I love the large outdoor area stretching along the canal. Serving a range of craft beer and wine alongside its own range of beer, Crate also has a cocktail canal boat, which is moored outside. cratebrewery.com

27. THE ALBION Islington, London

Charming walled garden, impeccable service and food. I’d be booking for the

28. THE BERKELEY BEACH HUTS

Knightsbridge, London

Inspired by the iconic seafronts of Whitstable, Southwold and Padstow, the Berkeley will be transforming its outdoor terrace into an array of five, cute seaside huts serving up fresh scampi, lobster, oysters and octopus. the-berkeley.co.uk wine list, which is stellar – try the Jean Biecher Gewurztraminer 2017, an underrated white that’s full of exotic flavour. There will be a stretch tent across the garden for outdoor dining. the-albion.co.uk

29. THE FIVE HORSESHOES

Henley-on-Thames, The best views from any pub garden? You’ve just got to take in that vista over the Chilterns to believe it. From April 14, it’s first come, first served, so arrive early. thefivehorseshoes.co.uk

30. SOLA Soho, London

Victor Garvey’s Soho restaurant concentrates on high-end Californian cuisine, but while it can be intricate, the food is never fussy. Book early for a table on the outside terrace and eat Michelin-starred tucker while watching Soho at play. solasoho. com

31. BOTLEY HILL FARMHOUSE Warlingham, Surrey

This high spot on the North Downs declares its views ‘an English country garden après ski of sorts...’ so if you’ve missed the slopes this season, take the high ground here. Brunches, lunches and Sunday roasts all help sustain this corner of the Titsey Estate. botleyhill-farmhouse.co.uk

32. JOSÉ PIZARRO THE SWAN INN ESHER Esher, Surrey

José is one of the best chefs in Britain and his pub will be reopening the garden with that ‘fiesta on a plate’ feeling that his Spanish food always gives me. Wild prawn al ajillo, spiced lamb burger, Sunday roast, Salt cod Scotch egg and roasted golden beetroot & cauliflower are just a few of the choice dishes to entice. josepizarro.com

33. THE HOLLIST ARMS Lodsworth, West Sussex

‘Modern British cuisine with a passport,’ is how The Hollist Arms describes its exquisite food. You’ll find everything here from venison tartare to steamed ox cheeks and pickled walnut pudding. All eaten, with a few pints of Watney’s, under canvas in their magnificent garden. Opens April 14. thehollistarms.com

34. THE WITHIES INN Guildford, Surrey

With a heated marquee and lots of heated arbours, the tables in its back garden will be distanced – in a good way – and the menu is very much the same as it has been for the past 45 years. An evergreen, gorgeous English slice of excellence. thewithiesinn.com

36. THE WATERSHIP DOWN INN Whitchurch, Hampshire

Gorgeous views from the picnic tables out over the River Test Valley with a new marquee in the garden – I’d bag a spot on the terrace or in the shade under the mature beech trees, dreaming

37. THE PUREFOY ARMS Preston Candover, Hampshire

A charming redbrick pub, The Purefoy Arms not only has a bucolic garden but a heated, transparent ‘Purefoy Pod’, which seats up to six. Chef Gordon Stott sure knows his way around the hobs, and expect everything from braised ham with pea emulsion to barbecue rack of ribs. Opens April 15. thepurefoyarms.co.uk of the next pint to continue thoughtful inspiration – Erdinger Weiss (£4.50) is an underrated, fragrant yet refreshing cool beer for a hot day. This gem of a pub is reopening from April 15. See if you can spot the rabbits... watershipdowninn.com

38. THE PERCH Oxford

Marvellous extended country garden with the river Isis (as the Thames is known here) and picturesque Port Meadow close by. A pub has been on this site for 800 years. Booking is essential for the food on the terrace, including home-baked breads, river and sea fish, pies potted meats and terrines. The ‘Shed Bar’ is open seven days a week, offering full bar service and a gourmet burger menu for walk-in guests. the-perch.co.uk

35. THE ZETLAND ARMS Deal, Kent

Right on the ruddy beach! If you had the arm of Sir Ian Botham you might even be able to toss a pebble from the pub right into the sea. But you’re not here for games, it’s the seafood that’s the irresistible siren call. A stunning setting to feast on Neptune’s Larder. zetlandarms.co.uk

MIDLANDS & EAST ANGLIA TOM’S PICKS 39. CHUNG YING CANTONESE Birmingham

One of Birmingham’s oldest and best-loved Chinese restaurants. And they’ve built a heated covered outdoor terrace to ensure you can enjoy their home-made dim sum, steamed seabass with black bean sauce and all the other Cantonese classics. chungying.co.uk

40. THE BUTT AND OYSTER Ipswich, Suffolk

There are few finer views than the one from the beer garden of The Butt And Oyster, where you can look out over the River Orwell while sipping a pint of draught Adnams (they have four on tap), eating the local ‘catch of the day’ and remembering how wonderful it is to be back in a decent pub. debeninns.co.uk/buttandoyster

41. CRAFT Birmingham

Craft has really embraced the outdoor eating experience, with specially designed capsules (for two to four people) and pods (for four to eight people), The capsules are heated and with their own individual sound systems. So you can tuck in to the modern British menu (mackerel, cucumber and treacle bread; beef, onion and wild garlic) while whipping through your Spotify classics. wearecraft.co.uk

42. SIMPSONS RESTAURANT Birmingham

Simpson’s is a Michelin-starred pleasure palace. From April 14, you’ll be able to enjoy its excellent food (London smoke and cured salmon; Cornish lamb rump), in special alfresco tents. simpsonsrestaurant.co.uk

43. HOUSE OF FEASTS Peterborough

Chef Damian Wawrzyniak is proudly Polish, which means some of the best pierogi dumplings in the land. And some other Polish classics. But not all: expect smoked meats and serious Sunday roasts.

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OLLY’S PICKS 44. THE GROVE LOCK

Leighton Buzzard, Beds Whiling away the hours in this waterside spot, watching slow boats negotiate lock 28 of the Grand Union Canal while gently sipping a pint of London Pride, seems pretty perfect to me. grovelock.co.uk

45. THE GREEN MAN Eversholt, Bedfordshire

Candice Brown of Bake Off fame owns this pub with her brother Ben and the menu is a mainline into her world of wonderful flavours. The garden is bliss – catch the sunshine all day long surrounded by apple and cherry trees. I’d be tempted by a pint or two of real ale from Blackpit Brewery, though the gorgeous range of small batch gins is splendid. greenmanpub.org

46. PINT SHOP Cambridge

I love this place. The beer’s great and the atmosphere rocks for its informal approach to excellence. The building dates from 1830 and A Room With A View author E. M. Forster lived here. These days the compact outdoor space is well worth booking ahead for the incredible modern range of beer. I cannot recommend highly enough the range of craft beer and the staff ’s knowledge is inspiring. If it’s on the menu, the coal-baked flatbread kebab is lush. Or just grab a pizza. Opens april 15. pintshop.co.uk

47. THE CREWE & HARPUR Swarkestone, Derbyshire

Beer by the river? Count me in. The sprawling garden backs on to the Trent with boats – and your troubles – sailing by. This 17th Century coach house is proud of its rotisserie with flame-roasted chicken scenting the scene on a daily basis. creweharpurpub.co.uk

48. SUN INN Colchester, Essex

With a courtyard, garden and teepee with full table service and a great range of beers. I’m drawn by more than 13 wines by the glass – as well as an expanded range of fizz. suninnfeering.co.uk

49. THE COTTAGE OF CONTENT Carey, Herefordshire

Picpoul de Pinet is one of my favourite whites to sip in summer. On the wine list here, it’s a decent deal for £18 made by Ormarine, whose wines I adore. Yes, sure, the garden is enticing, but fish and chips with a glass of Picpoul in hand makes every day feel like summertime. cottageofcontent.co.uk

50. THE BRIDGE INN Michaelchurch Escley, Herefordshire

The setting is perfection, by the river with weeping willows along with resident ducks and chickens. A marquee will be set up in case the weather gets grumpy and with their wood fired pizza oven, you can be sure to keep warm as well as nourished. The pub also has its own smoker for salmon and chicken wings and as well as using its own eggs from the chickens. thebridgeinn michaelchurch.co.uk

51. THE TALBOT Worcester

At The Talbot they make and grow nearly everything that goes into their offering, from the bread to the vegetables and even the beer. The green lawns will be open for drinks from a shepherd hut bar alongside a food truck. the-talbot.co.uk

52. HERCULES REVIVED Sutton Cheney, Leics

Legend has it that the racehorse Hercules, owned in the 18th Century by the Dixie family, has come back as an innkeeper here at Hercules Revived. One thing’s for certain, the food is beautifully presented along with the real ales and there are plenty of wines by the glass. herculesrevived. co.uk

53. THE KING’S HEAD Market Rasen, Lincolnshire

Reputed to be the oldest thatched pub in Lincolnshire, dating from 1367, this picture-postcard hostelry has a massive beer garden with 30 tables and there are now two large gazebos, each with eight picnic benches. thekingsheadtealby.co.uk

54. THE VICTORIA INN Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Stunning on every level, and winner of a Green Tourism Award every year since 2017. Outside dining returns on April 12 – go for the hotdogs or skewers – and bang for buck on the wine list. Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough in New Zealand leaps out at me as a decent bet. holkham.co.uk

55. THE DUN COW Salthouse, Norfolk

A down-to earth pub overlooking the salt marshes. Order yourself six oysters for £12 and a glass of Fino sherry for £5 and you’re knocking on heaven’s door. The pub was originally introduced to me by a friend who lives locally and whose local knowledge involves checking out the hidden garden out the back as well as the prominent front garden. Idyllic! salthouseduncow.com

56. THE FALCON INN Fotheringhay, Northamptonshire

With a wood-fired oven and barbecue in the garden with views of Fotheringhay church, The Falcon offers globally inspired dishes such as Caribbean barbecue chicken. There’s a wide variety of drinks. It’s open for seven days from April 12 and then Wednesday to Sunday thereafter. thefalcon-inn.co.uk

57. THE OLIVE BRANCH Clipsham, Rutland

This award-winning pub was named in 1890 when the former cottage was turned into an ale house by the lord of the manor and offered to the village as a peace offering. Seven gazebos form a ‘tented village’ in the garden for the reopening on April 14, plus tables on the terrace and a marquee in the paddock. As well as the lunch menu there’s tapas board, plus scrumptious sounding Board of Pub Puds. theolivebranchpub.com

58. THE PHEASANT INN Higher Burwardsley

With a stunning view that looks out over the Cheshire Plains and out, over towards North Wales, this is the sort of place you really want to linger. The menu is full of pub classics, using lots of local produce, done very well indeed, including pies, fish and chips and fishcakes. It’s also a CAMRA Awards winner, which means the beer is top-notch too. thepheasantinn.co.uk

59. THE DOVECOTE INN Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire

Known locally as ‘The Dovey’. The head chef and sous chef, both called Liam, are knocking out delights once again such as the pork schnitzel burger, which seems fitting from a kitchen that was a former pig sty. Describing itself as ‘a village pub that does things properly’, you’ll always find a decent pint of Timothy Taylor’s Landlord here – but do try the Scrumpy Wasp cider, made about three miles from the pub. thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

60. THE DUNCOMBE ARMS Ashbourne, Staffordshire

On the edge of the Peak District, The Duncombe Arms has a pergola that takes about 28 people with heaters, and the rest of the gorgeous garden holds about 50 to 60 people and is an enchanting spot to enjoy the wine list and cocktails. I love going for drinks you can only taste in a specific place, so I’d order a pint of Duncombe Ale, their very own brew. Great food, fab views. duncombearms.co.uk

61. THE BELL INN Walberswick, Suffolk

An elegant, 600-year-old pub steeped in history, overlooking one of the village greens in an area of outstanding natural beauty with big skies and fresh sea air. It offers outdoor dining, and the garden has views over the sand dunes and out to sea. The warm informality of The Bell means that it’s always buzzing with friendly faces. bellinnwalberswick.co.uk

62. THE BLACK PUG Warwick

With a 180-person stretch tent in the garden and beers served from a lorry, this dog-friendly pub has a whopping garden in Warwick. Formerly known as The Millwright Arms, the Tudor building, originally a poor house, dates back to the 1600s. With burgers, pizzas, fish and chips and a kids menu – expect a hearty welcome. theblackpug.pub

NORTH EAST/ NORTH WEST TOM’S PICKS 63. CRAZY PEDROS Manchester and Liverpool

Good pizza, endless nachos, pizza nachos (pizza of your choice, chopped up and added to a dustbin lid full of super nachos!) and litres of frozen margaritas, as well as an impressive selection of tequila and mescal. Subtle these places ain’t, but who cares when you’re having this much fun? crazypedros.co.uk

64. THE ART SCHOOL Liverpool

Chef proprietor Paul Askew’s food is unashamedly high-end, but the flavours are as elegant as they are bold. Sit in the courtyard, festooned with fairy lights and alive with blooms, eating pigeon with foie gras and cognac preserved plums, or pink peppercorn crusted loin of venison with horseradish buttermilk sauce. Space is limited, so be sure to book. theartschoolrestaurant.co.uk

65. SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO Manchester

Not just a microbrewery, with two beerhouses and one pop-up in Media City, but places where you can sit down, get stuck into those brews and eat burgers, kebab flatbreads, salads and loaded fries. And did I mention the beer? Try the Amber lager, and Easy IPA. Crackers, both. sevenbro7hers.com

66. COOK HOUSE Newcastle

I loved this place when I first visited, a couple of years back, when it was housed in a shipping container. Now it’s in a proper building just down the road. Chef proprietor Anna Hedworth is a fine cook, and her team are every bit as great. Expect excellent value, ever-changing menus, featuring the likes of whole smoked North Sea mackerel, chicken and aioli sandwich, tempura cauliflower and bay and apple ice cream. All served on their terrace. Opens April 14. cookhouse.org

67. THE PARKERS ARMS Newton-in-Bowland

One of the places I’m most excited about visiting, as I fell in love with their restaurant boxes. There’s a beer garden and temporary marquee, where you can look over the Hodder River while eating game terrines, black pudding and pork turnovers, legendary pies and baked chocolate mousse. parkersarms.co.uk

68. ASHIANA RESTAURANT & HOTEL North Muskham

Ashiana has splashed out on an entirely new outdoor dining area, partly covered and well heated, plus there will be extra blankets in case things get too chilly. The menu roams across the subcontinent, from Punjabi kebabs and fragrant Mughal curries, to Hyderabad prawn masalas and Bangladeshi Bengal quail. ashiana.net

69. THE BOARDWALK Bowness-on-Windermere

More views to feast upon, this time over the glorious Lake Windermere. There are locally made hotdogs, decent burgers, Philly Cheesesteak, Piri Piri chicken, salads and lamb skewers. And, when lunch is done, mile upon mile of the some of Britain’s most spectacular countryside to explore. boardwalkbowness.com

70. EVUNA Altrincham, Manchester

This much-loved Spanish tapas group has all the classics, (tortillas, pimientos de Padron, croquetas), a selection of paellas, as well as lesser known dishes, including Galician fish empanada and slow-cooked Iberian pig’s cheek. Which you can eat alfresco, under heater and a large awning. evuna.com

71. MOSS AND MOOR Ilkley, West Yorkshire

Moss And Moor is more than a mere garden centre. Along with a brilliant food hall and home shop, there’s also a new restaurant, with a terrace seating 40. And with ex-Hix executive chef Kevin Gratton at the burners, the food will be stellar. Expect Atlantic prawn cocktail, buttermilk fried chicken and

rhubarb and custard with ginger crumble. mossandmoor.co.uk

72. BARNSHAW SMITHY Mobberley, Cheshire

Lots of outdoor seating at this much-loved café cum restaurant, deep in the Cheshire countryside. There’s brunch, with porridge, eggs and Full English, and lunch with homemade pork pies, Welsh rarebit and club sandwiches. Plus two kinds of afternoon tea (there’s a savoury option), with all the usual cakes and sandwiches and, if the urge grabs you, Champagne too. barnshaw-smithy.com

73. THE BOTANIST Leeds

Disappear into The Botanist’s heated, covered secret garden, and get stuck into ‘hanging kebabs’, various sharing boards, steak and ale pie and halloumi burgers. Lots of botanically infused cocktails too. Opens April 15. thebotanist. uk.com

OLLY’S PICKS 74. LORD CREWE ARMS Blanchland, Northumberland

A cosy historic hillside retreat, found in the tiny hamlet of Blanchland surrounded by rugged moors, rivers and woods. The garden is magnificent with the terrace serving a mysteriously titled ‘bar bait’ menu from 12 to 3pm every day – I think the gist is delicious pies, fresh scones and cakes and hearty sandwiches. lordcrewearmsblanchland.co.uk

75. THE SHIP INN Low Newton, Northumberland

My cousin James has long extolled his love of this fine pub to me, the seaside setting is delightful and the pub is self-sufficient in real ale with its very own brewery – the beer is rolled a mere ten feet from the brewery to the cellar! All the beers use the same bittering hop ‘Arora’ and you can buy them to take away at the pub in bottles too. shipinnnewton.co.uk

76. THE CARPENTERS ARMS Thirsk, Yorkshire

The food’s reputation is stellar here – all locally produced – and it’s great to see a good selection of wines served by the glass. thecarpentersarmsfelixkirk.com

77. THE PUNCH BOWL INN Kendal, Cumbria

What a spot! In the heart of the Lyth Valley; orchards and damson trees surround this former blacksmith’s. It has a reputation for first-rate food. Linguine with cured salmon, dill and crème fraîche sounds like a pretty tasty starter to me. the-punchbowl.co.uk

78. THE SWETTENHAM ARMS Congleton, Cheshire

I’m patron of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and this pub’s two-acre lavender meadow sends it buzzing to the top of must-visit places for pub-goers who are also wildlife fans. There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained: croquet lawn, children’s soft tennis play area, decent cask ale, revamped wine list and… a ghost! The food and sunset views are to die for. swettenhamarms.co.uk

79. THE BAY HORSE INN Ellel, Lancashire

Picnic tables with prime countryside views, cows grazing just over the fence and – if you’re lucky – you might even spot hares boxing. The food here enjoys a stellar reputation and is family run by married couple Craig and Nicola. Craig has been at the Bay Horse for 24 years and from April 12 the pub is open Thursday to Sunday, and you can book for ‘Beers and Beverages’ in the

80. THE STAR INN Harome, Yorkshire

One of the best restaurants in the country, and Andrew Pern’s exquisite cooking is well worth any journey. Start with ‘Ploughman’s’ ravioli, then a roast cutlet of Ryedale lamb. Maybe an apple crumble soufflé for pudding. The tables are out in the garden in their fabulous garden, but keep an eye on the forecast as they are open to the elements. thestaratharome.co.uk idyllic garden from 5pm to 8pm. Well worth booking ahead! bayhorseinn.com

81. DUKES 92

Castlefield, Manchester I’ve been coming to Manchester for years to host wine-tasting events with my pal Oz Clarke. Dukes 92 has a wide-ranging menu (burgers, pizzas, steaks) and a good list of puds too – I’m ordering the Chocolate Volcano. For drinks, how about a refreshing glass of cool English wine to toast the grand reopening – Sharpham Pinot Gris is £45 on the wine list and packed with upbeat zing. dukes92.com

WEST COUNTRY TOM’S PICKS 82. THE FOX’S REVENGE Newquay

An old-fashioned pub with some very decent food. Nduja Scotch eggs, Duchy charcuterie and pickled anchovies for bar snacks. Local fish and steak, as well as beer and cider, all eaten in a beautiful beer garden. Simple, but what we’ve been dreaming of for months. thefoxsrevenge.com

83. GAMBAS Bristol

Some very serious Spanish cooking here in this converted shipping container, overlooking Wapping Wharf. Look out for excellent tortillas, and a great pulpo a la gallega. But as you’d expect from the name, the prawns that are the real stars here, ranging from vast carabineros to wild red and softshell babies. A true Bristol beauty. gambasbristol.co.uk

84. ROCKFISH Plymouth, Dartmouth, Brixham

This small group of seaside restaurants offers some of the best, and best value, seafood in the land. Using only sustainable fish caught from local dayboats (as well as their very own vessel, Rockfisher), the quality is immaculate, the cooking excellent. Various locations, therockfish.co.uk

85. LITTLE FRENCH Bristol

I really love this place. Oldfashioned French cooking, using the very best ingredients. It’s the sort of place to while away a very long lunch, in a lovely, covered courtyard, feasting upon plump oysters, charred lamb chops and milk-fed veal kidneys. Très, très bon. littlefrench.co.uk

86. HARBOUR HOUSE Bristol

Sitting in what was once Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s private boathouse, this is a place with history, a wonderful view over the water, as well as a solid menu with upmarket pub classics, as well as West Country beers and cider. Opens April 15. hhbristol.com

87. ROOTED Bath

Seasonal, sustainable, vegetarian and proudly multicultural, Rooted Café does everything from The Full Indian Breakfast (paratha, dal and fried eggs), through Korean popcorn tofu and kimchi salad to classic mac and cheese. Big flavours, big heart. rootedcafe.co.uk

88. THE GLOUCESTER OLD SPOT Cheltenham

With 40 tables in the bucolic beer garden – some of which are sheltered – this is a place with food to match the view. They aim to keep things as local as possible, using the best farmers, butchers and suppliers all within a short distance of the pub. You’ll find all the classics and a few dishes from across the globe (including a Burmese-style curry). thegloucesteroldspot.co.uk

89. THE WHEATSHEAF Combe Hay, Bath

Sitting in a large, terraced garden, overlooking the beautiful village of Combe Hay, The Wheatsheaf serves up modern European food, skipping around the continent with giddy, greedy glee. So you’ll find Sicilian arancini, Roman polenta and English faggots, mash and gravy. wheatsheafcombehay.com 90. BRAZZ Taunton One of Taunton’s most loved restaurants, Brazz will be reopening with a rather grand heated marquee, serving up everything from burgers, steaks and fishcakes to Brixham crab and blackberry mousse. brazz.co.uk

OLLY’S PICKS 91. THE TRENGILLY WARTHA INN Falmouth, Cornwall

Known as ‘The most hidden inn’ – this pub is well worth finding! An outdoor heated area and a great new beer garden are ready to welcome us all for the grand reopening. On April 15 expect great pub grub from 3pm to late and as restrictions ease, fusion food, which will be served outdoors. trengilly.co.uk

92. PILCHARDS AT PORT GAVERNE Port Isaac, Cornwall

What an idyllic location for booze on the beach! At high tide, this beach café outpost of the Port Gaverne hotel is just a few yards from the lapping ocean. Squinting with drink in hand, you might even get away with imagining you’re a pirate adventurer washed up on the shores of Treasure Island. The menu changes daily – expect Cornish craft beer, decent coffee and characterful cocktails. portgavernehotel.co.uk

93. THE ROYAL OAK Meavy, Devon

I’ve sat under the ancient oak in front of this pub on the village green and enjoyed several tasty pints from Otter and Black Tor local breweries. Locals insist that the oak is more than 1,000 years old – whether that’s the beer talking, who knows? It’s certainly a prime spot to cogitate in good company! royaloakinn.org.uk

94. HELEN BROWNING’S ROYAL OAK Swindon, Wiltshire

If it’s charm steeped in history you seek, this is it. Set on the Wiltshire Downs, this pub describes itself as ‘gently eccentric’. Its garden is a third of an acre with decks, seriously comfy recycled furniture and sofas along with a marquee for up to 60 guests. The garden kitchen has a pizza oven, Argentinean grill and a barbecue with 90 per cent of the food organic, mostly from their own farm, running every day from noon-8pm. And with three electric car charging points (including Tesla) and farm and wildlife safaries, who can resist? helenbrowningsorganic.co.uk

95. THE RED LION Babcary, Somerset

Take the cosiness and charm of a traditional country pub, add a touch of boutique Somerset style and you’ve arrived at The Red Lion. There’s bags of seating in the pretty back garden and the menu, which includes wood-fired pizzas, is top class. As well as a roster of good beers there is a winning selection of gins – and a wine list hand-picked with gurus Berry Bros & Rudd. redlionbabcary.co.uk

96. THE TRADESMAN’S ARMS Kingsbridge, Devon

Set in the heart of Stokenham with views of Devon countryside and just a ten-minute walk to the beach at Torcross, this 14th Century part-thatched pub is reopening on April 14 with a new

97. THE INN AT FOSSEBRIDGE Cirencester, Glos

This ancient Cotswold stone pub opens up to a stunning waterside pub garden with alfresco eating and drinking. Dee and Geoff at the helm are very proud of their setting with the River Coln flowing by. It’s an oasis of calm, even though the pub is located on the busy Fosse Way (A429). Geoff is passionate about his cellar – he’ll guide you to a great pint. innatfossebridge.co.uk executive head chef in place, Jason Dunne. He’s sourcing ingredients locally and setting up his chef’s garden with a gazebo serving food from Wednesday to Sunday. thetradesmansarms.com

98. THE SPYWAY INN Dorchester, Dorset

Stunning views from the picnic tables in the old smuggler haunt, which opens from April 15. The pub has heavily invested in its three all-weather ‘Spypods’, cunning structures designed to protect from any wind and rain without spoiling the fabulous views. The Spyway supports local and smaller brewers with real ale choices that are always popular. thespywayinn.com

99. SQUARE & COMPASS Swanage, Dorset

The greatest stone tables, top cheer and most marvellous outdoor setting in England (in my view). The home-made cider is knockout. I particularly love sipping ‘Eve’s Idea’ (it’s powerful stuff) accompanied by a few pork scratchings. Check out the pies – blissfully simple hearty flavours. And that view out over the Channel on a clear day is just the very best to drink in. squareandcompasspub.co.uk

100. THE VILLAGE PUB BARNSLEY Cirencester, Glos

Are you a foodie? Stop reading and book this pub now. How many boozers do you know that can knock out a twice-baked Gloucester cheese soufflé? There are two-hour time slots on the secluded terrace to savour their marvellous food. Blankets, heaters, umbrellas are all on hand if it gets chilly – but if I were you, I’d just order the 10oz dry aged sirloin steak with a bottle of decent Malbec and declare ‘personal insulation’. barnsleyhouse.com/ the-village-pub