'Don't worry about the rain in Wakefield, we can sort it' - awnings firms says outside cafe-bar culture could easily be done in city

Last week we covered how a lot of restaurateurs are looking at European cafe-bar culture as a way to host more customers when inside number are limited due to social distancing.

Many Express readers were concerned about how weather might impact the plan.

But anawnings and shutters firm that has installed coverings at some of Wakefield’s most popular restuarants said getting the city’s eateries ready for rain shouldn’t be too difficult.

Heckmondwike-based firm AMO Awnings has provided coverings to Grill Pit, Qubana, Yorkshire Deli, and Kindred Spirit.

Managing director Andrew Crookes said: “It’s about time we caught up with the rest of Europe. Outside dining might not be the first thing you’d think of in a city like Wakefield but with a bit of work it could easily be done.

We’ve fitted awnings to protect against the elements to plenty of bars and restaurants, and we’re not the only country that’s hit and miss with weather.”