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Apr 2021
Harrogate venues double down on outdoor dining
Hospitality venues in the Harrogate district had to adapt quickly to covid last year but now they are preparing to open outdoor spaces based on what they learned worked.
Hotels, restaurants and bars in Harrogate are doubling down on their outdoor dining offering in time for reopening on April 12.
Although hospitality businesses are praying for a great British summer, they are also preparing for rain.
Venues in the Harrogate district had to adapt quickly to covid last year but this year's roadmap has enabled them to plan to increase their outdoor covered areas based on what they have learned works.
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The West Park Hotel is one of those trying to take full advantage of space, both at the front and back.
As well as using its back courtyard, it is also working with neighbouring shops to bring the pavement in front of the building into use after hours.
In total West Park will have 160 outdoor seats, with many under awnings and marquees.
Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate is bringing back an updated version of its Tipi on the Stray, which will now has removable sides, making it compliant as an outdoor space. It will be able to serve lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
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Instead of last year's beach, the Fat Badger has now built what it calls "podville" in its rear car park.
Six people are able to book one of 15 pods for £5 an hour Monday to Thursday and £10 an hour Friday to Sunday.
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