IT has been a busy day for Warrington's hospitality sector now that the second lockdown has lifted. 

Pubs and restaurants still face restrictions in tier 2 that Boris Johnson has admitted will cause 'a great deal of heartache' for owners and staff.

Like before, friends from different households cannot meet in a hospitality venue unless they are sat outside.

And the tougher measures now mean you cannot have an alcoholic drink without an accompanying meal - meaning a lot of pubs have had to stay shut. 

Nevertheless, pubs and restaurants have been taking to social media to share their excitement about reopening their doors. 

These are just a few of the recent posts as well as some from farm shops that serve food.

CHAPELFORD FARM

SAN LORENZO, CULTURAL QUARTER

THE MALTINGS, OLD HALL

THE STATION HOUSE, PADGATE

THE RING O BELLS, CHURCH STREET

LYMM AND TONIC

THE RAJ, CULCHETH

THE HAYLOFT, BOLD

KENYON HALL FARM, CROFT