PUBS should be allowed to reopen their beer gardens in two weeks as the coronavirus lockdown is expected to ease further.

Hospitality venues such as pubs, restaurants and cafes in England will be allowed to reopen more widely, having been restricted to takeaways since December.

In Herefordshire, some popular pubs have already announced their intention to reopen beer gardens when they are allowed to do so.

This is expected to be on April 12, the same day as non-essential shops and hairdressers will also be allowed to open their doors again.

Here are 10 Herefordshire pubs already planning to be pulling pints again on, or in the week after, April 12.

If you know of more, add your details at the bottom of this article for a free shout-out.

The Barrels, St Owen's Street, Hereford

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The popular Hereford pub, owned by Wye Valley Brewery, said it will be open midday until 9pm Sundays to Thursdays, and midday until 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

"These hours are subject to change in May when we are allowed to serve indoors," it said.

"We will not be doing table reservations at this time."

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"We will be unable to show any sports. Also for the people have been asking the table football will not be available as they take up a lot of seating areas.

"Please be aware we can only have limited numbers due to the rule of six and that we still have to track and trace. Outside service only until May 17, hopefully.

"Once again there is still a lot of rules to abide by to keep you and our staff safe."

The Bell at Yarpole, near Leominster

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The Bell at Yarpole will be open from April 16, the Friday after restrictions ease.

Bosses are also planning to open their inside seating areas during the next easing of lockdown, expected to be from May 17.

They even sell Colcombe House Cider, made in Hampton Bishop.

The Temple Bar Inn, Ewyas Harold, Golden Valley

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The popular pub in the heart of Ewyas Harold has got two heated marquees ready for the return of customers.

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Owner Gino Fulgoni said he is looking forward to seeing customers old and new outside on April 12, and inside from May 17.

The Three Horseshoes, Little Cowarne, near Bromyard

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As soon as Boris Johnson announced his roadmap for England exiting its third national lockdown, The Three Horseshoes Inn at Little Cowarne said it would be reopening.

Recently under new ownership, the pub said in February that it was already looking forward to reopening on April 12.

The Oak Inn, Staplow, near Ledbury

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This pub just outside Ledbury is already taking bookings for the big day on April 12.

A new decking area has been added to the garden at the Staplow pub, with new furniture ordered.

The Kings Fee, Commercial Road, Hereford

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Hereford's Wetherspoon pub is planning to reopen at 9am on April 12, but will have a reduced menu on offer.

The pub will be open from 9am to 9pm Sunday to Thursday, and 9am to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays).

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A booking system will not be in place, and customers will be encouraged to use the app to order.

The Duke's Head, Corn Square, Leominster

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Another of Wetherspoon's pubs to be reopning on April 12 is The Duke's Head in Leominster town centre.

The same opening hours and rules apply as in Hereford, the pub giant says.

Rose and Crown, Ledbury Road, Hereford

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A Greene King managed pub, the Rose and Crown will also be open seven days a week from April 12.

The chain said it was now taking beer garden bookings, saying: "We hope you’re as excited as we are, so start weaning yourself off the loungewear and we look forward to seeing you soon."

The Royal Hotel, Royal Parade, Ross-on-Wye

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This pub in Ross-on-Wye is the second of Greene King's in Herefordshire to announce its reopening.

In total, 442 of the chain's pubs will reopen in two weeks, and people will be able to visit without booking.

Greene King chief executive Nick Mackenzie said: “It’s great that we can finally open outdoor areas in some of our pubs after such a long period of lockdown and we can’t wait to start welcoming our customers back, safely.

“Sadly, we can only open around a third of our estate in April where we have outdoor space that will work and have a chance of being viable, but we know the vital role pubs play in communities and feel it’s important to open as many as we can to help people get back together once again."

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It comes after Boris Johnson revealed he has already booked a visit to the pub for when restrictions ease but suggested he might wait for a haircut, despite saying he “badly” needed one.

The Prime Minister echoed the thoughts of the nation as he admitted a trip to the hairdressers was overdue, with salons and barbers forced to close during England’s current coronavirus lockdown.

Hairdressers in London have been shut since before Christmas but, under the Government’s road map for easing lockdown measures, are set to reopen on April 12.

Outdoor hospitality venues, such as beer gardens, are also permitted to serve customers from this date – with Mr Johnson suggesting he will prioritise a visit to the pub over getting his famous blond mop trimmed.

During a visit to a nursery in Greenford, west London, on Thursday, Mr Johnson told broadcasters: “I do need a haircut, I do badly need a haircut – it’s going to happen.”

Asked if he had booked a hair appointment for April 12, the Prime Minister said: “For the pub? Yes. For the haircut? I don’t know about that.”

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We're a pub/dining venue re-opening on April 12!

"Our message to the customers we've missed so much:"

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From Matt Slocombe

Name of businessThe Crown Inn

Location of businessWoolhope

Message to customersWe have missed everyone over the winter but since opening on April 12 with our new outdoor kitchen, serving wood fired pizza, as well new Sushi Friday's, we have been so well supported, thank you!

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes we are

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From Andy Loizou

Name of businessLichfield Vaults

Location of businessChurch Street, Hereford

Message to customersLooking forward to seeing all our wonderful customers inside and outside!

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From The Oak Inn, Staplow

Name of businessThe Oak Inn, Staplow

Location of businessHR8 1NP

Message to customersA huge thank you for the fantastic support of our super customers

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes, indeed with the launch of our new summer menu

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From Helen boucher

Name of businessButchers Arms

Location of businessWoolhope

Message to customersCan’t wait to welcome you all back!

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From Jo Robinson

Name of businessHereford Rugby Football Club

Location of businessWyeside

Message to customersOn Friday 16th April we look forward to welcoming you to the biggest beer garden in Hereford on the banks of the River Wye

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From Russell Pugh

Name of businessThe Three Horseshoes Inn

Location of businessAllensmore, near Hereford

Message to customersWe will will be opening again from Monday 12th April from 10.00am. We launch our new 'Coffee Lounge', with a full coffee and tea menu, and homemade cakes. We have a large garden, with both grassed and paved areas. We have our New Veranda should the weather be less than favourable. The kids play area will also be open. We look forward to seeing customers again. Booking isnt essential, but is advisable.

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From Community contributor

Name of businessCafe Miro

Location of business43 Saint Owen Street, Hereford HR1 2JB - 01432 267987 - cafemirohereford@hotmail.com

Message to customersDave, Mike and all of the Miro's team are really looking forward to meeting and greeting our friends and loyal customers as we welcome them back to our award winning coffee, excellent food and a wonderful ambience in our Beautiful Courtyard Garden

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes we do!

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From Ashley Kibble

Name of businessThe Mill Race

Location of businessWalford, Ross on Wye

Message to customersWe are delighted and very excited to welcome all the customers in our beautiful outdoor area on the 13th of April. We have been working hard to create a safe space where all returning and new customers can enjoy dining with us as well as enjoying freshly poured pints and amazing wine section. The new Spring menu will be also available.

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoWe will be reopening our doors on the 18th of May

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From Lee Strong

Name of businessThe White Liin

Location of businessWilton, Ross on Wye

Message to customersWe are looking forward to welcoming our friends old and new to our stunning Riverside location

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoMost certainly

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Hereford Times: The beer garden is starting to take shape. All we are missing are our guests!The beer garden is starting to take shape. All we are missing are our guests!

From Corrin franks

Name of businessCross keys Inn

Location of businessGoodrich

Message to customersCan’t wait too welcome all our customers back

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From Kath Rapson

Name of businessThe Red Lion at Peterstow

Location of businessPeterstow, Near Ross on Wye

Message to customersWe are reopening on 12th April for meals and drinks outside, call 01989 730546 to pre book

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/Nowe will be open inside for food and drinks May17th

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From Steve Moorman

Name of businessRed Lion

Location of businessStiffords Bridge, Cradley

Message to customersHi from Steve & Viki. We'll be opening from Thursday 15th at 5 p.m. Initially, all day Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes. Can't wait !

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From Paul English

Name of businessKings Head Docklow

Location of businessDocklow

Message to customersThe Pub has been closed for 5 years, we are new owners and look forward to welcoming you

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/Noyes we are intending to re-open on 17th May indoors

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From Dom brand

Name of businessThe Bell

Location of businessYarpole

Message to customersWe will be opening the garden from April 16th!

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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From Gino Fulgoni

Name of businessThe Temple Bar Inn

Location of businessEwyas Harold

Message to customersLooking forward to welcoming regulars and new customers back to our 2 heated marquees!

Do you plan to re-open indoors too on May 17? Yes/NoYes

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