The River Café, for instance, is fully booked until June, as is Michelin-starred Hambleton Hall and its terrace overlooking Rutland Water.Which is not to say that an alfresco table at one of Britain’s best restaurants isn’t out of the question this side of the summer solstice.
There are Michelin-starred terraces reserved for walk-ins if you’re feeling spontaneous and while it’s worth planning now for the restaurants that have delayed their reopening until 17 May, many still have plenty of alfresco tables available.
Some of the finest kitchens in the country, meanwhile, save the outside seating for their more casual spin-offs.And if all else fails, take the advice of Charles Pullan, the manager of The River Café. “Best to go on the waitlist.
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