With pubs and bars closed for a large chunk over 2020 and 2021 our readers were highly creative in their designs.
Some got their hands dirty and built their own fully-functioning bar in their garden, enjoying all weathers with a drink in their hand. Here are just a few…
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You can see them in our gallery below.

1. Charlotte Crotty, Copnor
Charlotte Crotty, from Copnor, submitted this picture of her colourful home bar. Photo: Charlotte Crotty

2. Chris Horten, Waterlooville
Chris Horten’s Waterlooville bar could pass as a real pub. Photo: Chris Horten

3. Tom Judd, Portsmouth
Tom Judd’s bar is dedicated to Portsmouth Football Club. Photo: Tom Judd

4. Steph Hepburn, Copnor
Steph Hepburn’s Cornwall-inspired bar in Copnor. Photo: Steph Hepburn