Eating out is something we've all missed during lockdown but under Boris Johnson's roadmap for lifting restrictions, the wait is nearly over.

Hospitality venues with an outdoor seating area can reopen outdoor-only from April 12.

This applies to pubs, restaurants and hotels.

Venues with no outdoor space will have to wait until May 17 at the earliest.

As society gets ready for the further easing of lockdown restrictions, we've put together a list of the top 5 restaurants with outdoor seating in Wiltshire, according to TripAdvisor.

The Gladstone Arms

Wiltshire Times:

This country pub in the heart of Chippenham boasts a sheltered and heated outside area, which can accommodate 80 people.

Works to improve it further ahead of the reopening are still ongoing, according to the owners.

Reviewers on TripAdvisor have praised the team's effort to make the pub Covid secure while maintaining "a laid back feeling".

Address: 34 Gladstone Road, Chippenham, SN15 3BW

Telephone: 01249 660535

The Wyndham 

Wiltshire Times:

This pub in Dinton has been offering takeaways during lockdown but will be reopening outside on April 12.

Reviewers have called it "a hidden gem", praising its "wondeful" meals and "friendly" staff.

Address: Hindon Road, Dinton, Salisbury, SP3 5EG 

Telephone: 01722 716999

The Greyhound

Wiltshire Times:

This pub in the village of Bromham has a large outdoor area with its own outside bar.

One reviewer said The Greyhound offers "the best Sunday roast for miles around and [is] totally Covid safe".

Address: High St, Bromham, Chippenham, SN15 2HA

Telephone: 01380 850241

La Campagna 

Wiltshire Times:

This venue in Upton Scudamore is a combination of a traditional pub and an Italian Brasserie.

A reviewer said: "We have tried many local restaurants during August with outside seating areas to look for a safe nice restaurant to go to. By mid-August La Campagna was our top choice & is still."

Address: 34B Upton Scudamore, Warminster, BA12 0AG 

Telephone: 01985 213225

Merkin's Farm

Wiltshire Times:

This award-winning cafe in Bradford-on-Avon offers homemade specials, all day breakfasts, and afternoon teas.

Its large outside area looking out over the fields is a great space to enjoy the sunshine.

Address: Bradford Leigh, Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 2RW  

Telephone: 01225 869487