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Not long now until pubs and restaurants open up their gardens and outside spaces. We have already done a Henley Town Centre list of where to go al fresco to grab that well needed pint, glass of wine or meal that we didn’t have to cook ourselves, so it’s the turn of the villages and surrounding areas of where you can go with your friends and family (rule of six applies) post 12th April in the countryside. We’ve picked out eleven gorgeous places to venture out and try, whether by foot, bike, on horseback or by car.

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Stoke Row – This beautiful wisteria clad quintessential pub will have a covered marquee area in the large garden in the front of the pub. Plus whilst you’re there check out their amazing kitchen garden. Open from 12th April. Taking bookings now.

Stoke Row – Tucked away down Newlands Road they will be opening from 12th April for outdoor dining in their open sided marquee for dining in and take away. Now taking bookings. Email paulclerehugh@thecrookedbillet.co.uk

Binfield Heath – From 12th April the Burger Barn will re-open all week from Monday-Sunday with their open fire cooking and dirty burgers. From week commencing 19th April, Wed-Sun opening hours apply. Now taking bookings.

Turville – A unique, historic barn cafe for walkers, cyclists and horseback riders exploring the beautiful Chilterns. No motor vehicle access. Local produce From the Grill. Currently open for takeaway, then relatively normal service resuming from 15th April. Booking is essential.

Rotherfield Greys – This French style bistro in a British Pub has just launched it’s Spring menu. You can dine al fresco in one of their heated ‘Malsterpods’ and have the chance to meet Rocket & Groot their pygmy goats! Now taking bookings.

Maidensgrove – Having one of the most enviable views in the Chilterns, it’s certainly worth visiting this 16th Century gastropub for that alone. They will be operating covid secure al fresco lunches from 14th April. Operating on a first come first served basis.

Shiplake – From 12th April the Baskerville Bedouin Tent will be back in action. Subject to Covid restrictions, ready for the summer, they will also be looking to add a bar into the Bedouin Tent and arranging a programme of live music! Bookings now being taken enquiries@thebaskerville.com

Witheridge Hill – 17th Centure pub nestled in the Chilterns, opening from 12th April they have a large front and new rear garden and with a new al fresco menu. Bookings now being taken.

Crazies Hill – This traditional country pub will be reopening from 12th April with a covered outside area for drinks or food. Bookings now being taken book@hornscrazieshill.co.uk

Rotherfield Peppard – Antony Worral Thompson’s restaurant and freehouse has been described as ‘the perfect local’. The Garden, Decking & Party Hut will be available for al fresco dining from 14th April. Bookings are now being taken for the Decking and Party Hut spaces and the Garden area is available for walk-ins.

Kingwood – Unique country pub & restaurant will be offering ourdoor dining in a marquee and will be opening during the evening of 12th April for drinks only and serving food from Weds 14th April. Bookings now being taken.