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Beer gardens have opened in Scotland today, and people have flocked to enjoy them.
Here is our picture gallery of people out enjoying their first proper pints after months of lockdown.
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Here is our picture gallery of people out enjoying their first proper pints after months of lockdown.
5. John Devlin 26/04/2021. GLASGOW. Republic Bier Halle, 9 Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3PL. GV of Republic Bier Halle beer garden as people flock for a pint after lockdown restrictions are lifted in Scotland. About We opened in October 1999. Under the leadership of legendary publican Colin Barr and now managed by son, Joshua, the family run Bier Halle has developed into a Glasgow institution securing its position as one of the most popular bars in Glasgow. Covid in Scotland: Shops, gyms, pools and pubs reopen after lockdown. Shops, gyms, swimming pools, pubs, restaurants and cafes in Scotland have reopened after a four month-long winter lockdown. Early morning queues formed at fashion retailers in Glasgow and Edinburgh as shoppers waited for doors opening. Travel restrictions have also been eased, allowing trips to other parts of the UK for non-essential reasons. Ministers say restrictions can be eased as the most vulnerable people have been offered their first vaccine dose. Scotland has been in level four lockdown since 26 December, with all non-essential shops, leisure facilities, and hospitality venues closed. New draft hospitality Covid guidance a 'bombshell' How many people are not taking the Covid vaccine? Driving lessons and tests can resume, while nail salons, museums and holiday accommodation can also reopen. As the mainland moves into level three restrictions many businesses will still be subject to strict rules on capacity and social distancing. Unlike England, pubs and restaurants will be able open indoors until 20:00 - but they will only be able to serve alcohol to customers seated outside. The addition of our ‘Beer Garden’ (‘bier garten’ to us) has proved a huge hit with customers. Situated right on our doorstep, it spans all the way along Gordon Street to Buchanan Street. When we do get a rare bit of sun there’s no better spot to grab a beer in the city centre and do a bit of people watching. Inside our underground
Picture by John Devlin Photo: Gordon Street, Glasgow