When the sun is shining there is nothing better than meeting friends for a drink in your favourite beer garden.
When you have kids, it is not always as easy as dropping everything for an al fresco pint, however if the pub has a play area or play equipment it does make life a little easier for parents who want to enjoy the weather and keep the children entertained.
Across Northamptonshire there are plenty of pubs that have large gardens, which include a children’s play area.
From village locals, to town pubs the county has a lot to offer and at many of the venues you can enjoy a drink a meal – some of which include carveries – all while your kids wear off some energy on outdoor play equipment.
Here are 12 beer gardens in Northamptonshire that have outdoor play areas for kids.
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5. Overstone Manor
The pub in Overstone has a huge field attached to it as well as a play area. This year the pub even has a football goal so kids can have a kick around - all while their parents enjoy a drink and a carvery. Photo: Overstone Manor
6. The World's End
The Ecton pub has a large garden with an area for children. The pub won Channel 4's Four in a Bed. Photo: The World's End
7. Spread Eagle
The Corby pub has a big garden with ample seating for parents, as children play on the pub's climbing frame. Photo: Google
8. Tollemache Arms
The award-winning Harrington pub has a huge beer garden, with plenty of space for kids to play, as well as its own climbing frame. Photo: Tollemache Arms