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Bishops Frome

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A decking area overlooks the hills and fields of Herefordshire. Tables are set up on the decking and there are two sets of ladders as well as a collection of plant pots. Some shrubs are in pots in the foreground. The decking has wooden fencing around it. There is a string of lightbulbs overhead. The sun is shining over the countryside.

Pub fights ban on punters using beer garden

The pub's co-owner John Cattermole is seeking a certificate of lawfulness for use of a decking area.