Tier restrictions and subsequent lockdowns have meant that pubs in Mansfield and Ashfield have been closed since last year and residents are eagerly awaiting confirmation on when they can have their first ‘proper pint’.
The dates on the roadmap are currently provisional and Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the Government will continue to be ‘driven by the data’ – however it currently looks likely that the initial phase of allowing outdoor drinking and dining on April 12 will go ahead.
Should all go to plan, the area’s outdoor hospitality venues, such as beer gardens, could re-open on that date and punters could be allowed to meet indoors at a pub or restaurant in groups of up to six people, or two households, from May 17.
We have put together a list of the pubs that plan to open, according to their social media pages, and will be updating this page when venues release more details about their plans.
If you run a local pub, please let us know what you have planned for the big re-opening next month by emailing [email protected].
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9. Il Rosso
Il Rosso management posted on their facebook page that they were taking provisional bookings for April 12 via email only. They said: "Just for the moment, our normal booking system will only be available for reservations from the 21st June onwards. "If you'd like to make a provisional booking for a table from the 12th April, please email us at [email protected], and we'll get back to you to confirm." Photo: Il Rosso
10. Fox & Crown, Skegby
The pub on Dalestorth Road posted on its social media pages: "This is not a drill… Our garden will be officially open from Monday, April 12! "Pop in and see us or book online from Friday, March 26." Photo: Google
11. Sir John Cockle, Mansfield
Brewery Marston's confirmed the Sir John Cockle in Mansfield will open on April 12. Bookings are being taken via its Facebook page. Photo: Sir John Cockle
12. The Lion at Farnsfield
The management team posted on their social media pages: "It's been way too long since we have been able to have you guys come see us!!! We are so excited to see you all again next month! We will be busy in the next couple of weeks building a beautiful canopy covering the decking plus new furniture. We will give you guys a sneak peak in the next couple of weeks! Team Lion are here Friday, Saturday & Sunday from midday answering takeaway orders so if you would prefer to book over the phone give them a call from this Friday 12 noon on 01623 883566 To book online follow this link, please remember to read all the information - https://www.thelionatfarnsfield.com/bookings.html Photo: The Lion at Farnsfield