With pubs and bars closed for a large chunk of the past year our readers have certainly improvised.
Some have 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…
You can see them in our gallery below.
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. Charlotte Crotty, Copnor
Charlotte Crotty, from Copnor, submitted this picture of her colourful home bar. Photo: Charlotte Crotty
1. Chris Horten, Waterlooville
Chris Horten’s Waterlooville bar could pass as a real pub. Photo: Chris Horten
2. Tom Judd, Portsmouth
Tom Judd’s bar is dedicated to Portsmouth Football Club. Photo: Tom Judd
3. Steph Hepburn, Copnor
Steph Hepburn’s Cornwall-inspired bar in Copnor. Photo: Steph Hepburn
4. Andy Craig, Portchester
Andy Craig’s home bar called The Stumble Inn, Portchester, with Ned ready for customers. Photo: Andy Craig