The South Tyneside pubs we're most looking forward to seeing reopen next month
The Prime Minister has given an update on the reopening of the hospitality industry that pubs in the borough can start serving again from July 4.
Many have been busy making adjustments to ensure they can adhere to social distancing guidelines.
The ‘new normal’ might be slightly different to what we’re used to but we’ll still be raising a glass.
Have we missed any of your favourites?
1. Blue's Micro Pub
The micro pub in Whitburn only opened a few weeks before the lockdown was imposed. They have since been offering a takeaway and collection service. Photo: Stu Norton
2. The Crown and Anchor
The Jarrow pub which has was taken over by new owners at the end of last year, has undergone a major refurbishment inside and out but has had to put reopening on hold due to the pandemic. Photo: Stu Norton
3. Johnnie's Bar
Renamed after its longstanding landlord Johnnie Ingles, the former Golden Lion pub opened under new ownership at the beginning of the year, shortly before the coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Stu Norton
4. The Albion Inn
Former brewery boss Jess McConnell has returned to his old stomping ground the former Gin and Ale House. Photo: Stu Norton