IT'S a bank holiday weekend - a time when people are looking forward to a walk and a drink in the sunshine. Why not enjoy a drink and a bite to eat al fresco at one of these top 12 beer gardens? At the beginning of June, we wanted to find Mid Cheshire's Best Beer Garden and we shortlisted the top 12 destinations in the area. The Carriers Inn was a worthy winner taking the title for the third year running – a hat-trick of awards! When the sun is shining on a hot summer’s day, not much beats a cold, refreshing drink in a beer garden.

A drink or two al fresco with family and friends is the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather. OUR 10 BEST BEER GARDENS SHORTLIST: The Carriers Inn The Carriers Inn, Hatchmere Lake One nomination said: “One hundred per cent it’s The Carriers Inn.” Another said: “Perfect after a stroll around Delamere Forest.

” For more details go to facebook.com/carriersinnhatchmerelake The Spinner and Bergamot The Spinner and Bergamot, Warrington Road, Northwich One review on their Facebook page said: “Happy to call the Spinner our local as it’s a cosy country pub with the best staff who are always welcoming and helpful. “The food is great and you can sit in the pub, the restaurant or one of their beautiful gardens.

“It’s a perfect place to relax and socialise and it's dog and child friendly too. “Happy faces whenever we visit.” For more details go to facebook.

com/SpinnerandbergamotComberbach The Hazel Pear The Hazel Pear, Hill Top Road,.