Pubs Opening

I used to love a good afternoon/evening at the pub in the days when they were the preserve of adults only. A couple of halves of draught bitter in good company either in the cosy snug or outside in the beer garden depending on the time of year was a pleasure. Even before lockdown such establishments had disappeared in this area. They are now eateries with a soulless bar and/or playgrounds for countless children. I just can't see the attraction. I don't think drinking with social distancing will work and having to pre-book/register takes any spontaneity away. I can't see me testing them out in the near future. It will be interesting to hear how things work out for them however.