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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9. The Sun Inn
The Hardingstone pub has a gorgeous beer garden and is the perfect place to catch some rays. It also has play equipment to keep the kids happy. Photo: The Sun Inn
10. Red Lion
The Kilsby pub has a slide and more for children to play on while parents lap up the sun in the stunning surroundings. Photo: Red Lion
11. The Navigation
The Stoke Bruerne pub has a large gated play area in its garden. There is also ample seating, some of which overlooks the nearby Grand Union Canal. Photo: Google
12. Overstone Arms
The Pytchley pub has a large, long garden with loads of space for the little ones as well as play equipment. Photo: Overstone Arms