Good cheer and warm welcome – Powys' top ranked beer gardens

Many have already returned to their local for some much missed outdoor drinking and dining.

Last week we picked a selection of pubs that Powys punters might want to visit now they are permitted to return.

And in response, County Times readers suggested a selection of their own favourite spots in the great outdoors to enjoy a drink.

Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke

Horse and Jockey in Churchstoke. Picture by Richard Webb.

Reopened in 2010 after a lengthy closure. This stone built pub which is situated on the edge of the village has a large restaurant area and a separate public bar. It has the advantage of a large caravan and tent park next door.

The Abermule Inn

Abermule Inn. Picture by Jeremy Bolwell.

Known locally as the 'Hotel', the pub has benefited from an impressive makeover during the last couple of years. The existing render has been stripped back to reveal the original brickwork.

There is a small caravan park and camping area at the rear of the building. Now the only remaining pub in the village after the demise of the nearby Waterloo Arms.

The Blue Bell Inn, Llangurig

The Bluebell Inn. Picture by Peter Gill.

The Blue Bell Inn at Llangurig, which is the highest village in mid Wales, is a grade 2 listed building built in the 16th Century and contains many of its original features.

The Blue Bell Inn is situated on the junction of the thoroughfares of the A470 and the A44, with the Welsh Coast of Aberystwyth and Cardigan Bay only a short drive away.

The Elephant & Castle, Newtown

Elephant and Castle in Newtown. Picture by Henry Spooner.

Large Georgian coaching inn on banks of River Severn having benefitted from extensive refurbishment in recent years. This has partially recreated the places old multi roomed feel that was lost when Cains Brewery turned it open plan in the late 1990's.

The river wall is located alongside and is popular on warm nights and afternoons with some benches as well, to the rear is a car park and further buildings.

White Horse, Builth Wells

White Horse in Builth Wells. Picture by Aderixon.

The White Horse in Builth Wells is a great local family run pub, based in the centre of the High Street, overlooking the magnificent River Wye.

Food is served daily with special offers throughout the week. The White Horse is a short walk from the Royal Welsh Showground which hosts many events throughout the year, including The Royal Welsh Agricultural Show.