With the sun coming out and temperatures rising, it's time to enjoy one of Suffolk's favourite pastimes - relaxing in a pub garden on a warm summer day.

So, here are some of our team's favourite pub gardens at the moment and why.

Johnny Amos

 The Mill Hotel in SudburyThe Mill Hotel in Sudbury (Image: Archant)

Johnny Amos chose The Mill Hotel in Sudbury as his favourite pub garden.

He said: "The Mill has a lovely terrace that overlooks the water meadows of Sudbury.

"On a nice summer day I don't think there is a better place to be, with stunning views of the countryside and wildlife."

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Matthew Earth

The Woolpack in Tuddenham Road, IpswichThe Woolpack in Tuddenham Road, Ipswich (Image: Lucy Taylor)

 Matthew Earth picked The Woolpack in Ipswich as his top outdoor spot.

He said: "The Woolpack is in a great location close to the town centre and Christchurch Park, and on a summer's day it is great to sit out in the sun."

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Tom Cann

The Railwy Inn in WesterfieldThe Railway Inn in Westerfield (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Tom Cann chose The Railway Inn in Westerfield, near Ipswich, as his favourite.

He said: "This lovely pub has an adventure golf course in its pub garden!

"What other pub in the country has a golf course in the pub garden that you can play while you have a few drinks?"

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Charlotte Bond

Photographer, Charlotte Bond, chose The Maybush in Waldringfield, in east Suffolk, as her favourite beer garden.

She said: "The Maybush has a lovely outdoor area that overlooks the river Deben. The food is great and the vibe is just very chill. It's a great spot for a summers day!"

Shikhar Talwar

Isaacs on the QuayIsaacs on the Quay (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Reporter Shikhar Talwar went sporty and chose Isaacs on the Quay in Ipswich as his favourite outdoor watering hole.

He said: "Isaacs is special, it brings everyone together. When the sport is on it can be absolutely buzzing.

"Plus, on a sunny day, there's nothing better than chilling at the marina with a beer and soaking in the rays."