The directors of Tyneside fish restaurant Colmans have outlined their plans for an al fresco new seafront attraction due to open in ideal time for summer.
Richard Colman and Dominic Colman Ord, from the award-winning family business, are busy with preparations for the outdoor bar expansion at Colmans Seafood Temple in South Shields which is set to increase capacity and take full advantage of good-weather trade. And it's all about giving customers of the restaurant in Sea Road - which includes a cocktail and oyster bar - more of what they want.
Richard said: "The plan is to bring the vibe we are getting in the temple. We are getting fantastic summers so we want to expand outside so customers can enjoy the weather and an al fresco experience where we'll be serving the likes of oysters and hand-made cocktails.