Summer is an unpredictable time in the North.
Is it going to rain? Will we get a heatwave? The truth is, we just don't know.
But what we can do is prepare for when the sun has in fact got its hat on and we all go on the ultimate mission to find a seat at a beer garden or at least get a seat outside to bask in the sunshine.
In a bid to help, we have rounded up some of Bolton 's best beer gardens as well as pubs, bars and restaurants with ideal outdoor seating so you can be the first with your sunglasses on and a beverage in hand.
Hogarths
37-41 Churchgate, Bolton, BL1 1HU
In the heart of the town centre is gin bar Hogarth's - featuring 80 different varieties no less.
Gin not your thing? The large pub also has its own micro-brewery just next door providing customers with four different types of cask ales.
But of course, what we are thinking about is the beer garden - which is decorated just as grandly as the inside.
The Southfields
19 Green Ln, Bolton, BL3 2EE
Part of the Sizzling Pubs chain, The Southfields is a traditional local pub where you'll get pies and pints in equal measure.
Barrister Bar
2-4 Churchgate, Bolton, BL1 1HJ
Described as a cask ale drinkers paradise, Barristers is a traditional local pub where you can also indulge in watching live sports on the telly and partake in a bit of karaoke or a pub quiz which raises money for Bolton Hospice.
Bob's Smithy Inn Country Pub and Dining
1448 Chorley Old Rd, Bolton, BL1 7PX
What's better than a traditional pub to make you happy?
Bob's Smithy Inn is a family-run venture close to the stadium but also idea for walkers and sightseeing - plus a cask ale and steak pie.
Victoria Inn
26 Markland Hill, Heaton, Bolton, BL1 5AG
Another family run pub that promises home-cooked fresh food and fine cask ales.
