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Ava Smith pictured with Chris Harris, her father Alastair, Paddy McGuinness and Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff.
Filming has been taking place in Northumberland for the new series of the BBC television show and the surrounding farmland met its requirements.
When presenters Paddy McGuinness, Freddie Flintoff and Chris Harris, and the crew, had a break, the Courtyard provided a scenic setting for their lunch outdoors.
Ava Smith, whose father works at Kirkharle, has long been a fan of Top Gear.
She was delighted to be photographed, albeit socially distanced, alongside the stars of the series, adding: “It’s a dream come true.”
Easing of lockdown restrictions on April 12 has allowed hospitality venues to serve customers outdoors. Kirkharle Courtyard’s business development manager, Claire Coker, said although they had a “slow-ish start” when they first opened on Monday April 12, as the week went on, they got busier and enjoyed “fabulous” days. “The sunshine definitely helped,” she said. “We have a beautiful courtyard which just lends itself to eating outside.” They also have an open-sided marquee, to extend the seating available and offer shelter. The courtyard has enjoyed a buzzing atmosphere and customers clearly have a sense of relief, Claire said. “We just hope that this is a step where we don’t have to go backwards,” she added.