MORE pubs will reopen their doors across Dorset over the next few days.
While pubs and bars were allowed to reopen from April 12, a number of venues are preparing to welcome back customers for the first time this year.
Here are some of the places that you will be able to visit over the next few days.
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We’ll also be running another list soon about the places reopening on May 17 that are currently taking bookings.
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Ludo Lounge, Southbourne Grove
Southbourne's Lounges venue Ludo Lounge will open on Saturday, April 24, with outside dining and takeaway available only, plus there will also be a new click and collect service.
People won’t be able to make bookings in advance and tables will be available on a first come first served basis.
Ludo Lounge will be open between 9am and 10pm Sunday to Thursday and 9am to 11pm Friday to Saturday.
Circo Lounge, Poole Road, Westbourne
Sister Lounges venue Circo will also open its doors on Saturday, April 24.
Once again, there will be outside and takeaway only but click and collect will be available.
It will be open between 9am and 10pm Monday to Sunday.
Tables won't be able to be booked in advance.
Flirt Café Bar, Bournemouth, The Triangle
Popular eatery Flirt Café Bar located in Bournemouth’s The Triangle will open its terrace today, Thursday, April 22.
Over the next few days, Flirt will be open between 12pm and 7pm on Thursday and Sunday and from 12pm to 8pm on Friday and Saturday.
Posting on Facebook, Flirt said: “Closing times are flexible based on customer demand and is weather dependant.
"We will be re-instating our outside seating, sofas and benches on our decking and terrace areas.
“We will be providing our world famous smoothies & shakes, hot and cold food, San Miguel draught lager, cocktails, wines, delicious coffees and flavoured teas.”
There will even be fully sanitised hot water bottles available for when it turns chilly.
Table bookings are available.
The Kings Arms, Wallisdown Road, Bournemouth
Marston's pub The Kings Arms will welcome back customers from Wednesday, April 28.
A post on the pub's Facebook page said regulars have rolled up their sleeves to help out with the reopening.
Advanced bookings are available.
The Riverside, Belle Vue Road, Bournemouth
The Riverside pub, which has views of the River Stour, has brought its reopening date forward and will now be reopening on Friday, April 23.
There will be outdoor dining only with table service.
Tables can be booked in advance via the website.
The Duchess of Cornwall Inn
If you fancy a trip further afield, The Duchess of Cornwall Inn in Poundbury reopens for outdoor service from 5pm on Thursday, April 29.
Online bookings are not currently being taken for outdoor tables but all walk-ins will be welcome.
Customers will be able to make indoor reservations for dates after May 20.
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