I visited the tiny pub beer garden 90 minutes from Liverpool right by a canal The Stubbing Wharf has a small beer garden with just a few picnic tables - but they're right beside the water of the Rochdale Canal A day out in Hebden Bridge (Image: MEN Staff ) Pub gardens are a diverse bunch, ranging from sprawling spaces with seating for scores of punters to compact courtyards where standing room is at a premium on sunny days. Stubbing Wharf in Hebden Bridge may have an outdoor seating area that's a tad too small to be dubbed a beer garden, but it offers something truly unique. A smattering of picnic tables are tucked away at the rear of the pub, right next to the Rochdale Canal towpath and tantalisingly close to the water's edge. There's more seating at the front of the pub, but let's be honest, you'll want to be by the canal. ‌ Being next to the towpath allows you to soak up the serene calm of the water while observing the constant activity alongside it, reports the Manchester Evening News. ‌ Eager dogs sprint ahead of their owners, noses firmly planted on the ground; cyclists glide past at a leisurely pace; and the occasional goose drifts along the water. It's enough to keep you entertained without detracting from the peaceful surroundings. A day out in Hebden Bridge (Image: MEN Staff ) Situated 90 minutes away from Liverpool by car, Hebden Bridge provides a peaceful retreat from the city, and Stubbing Wharf is one of the town's best-kept secrets. Article continues below The pub, which dates back to the 18th century, famously served as the backdrop for Ted Hughes' poem Stubbing Wharfe. These days, it's a popular pitstop for walkers and cyclists beside the canal, set slightly apart from the main town. A day out in Hebden Bridge (Image: MEN Staff ) ‌ While there is a car park, the most enjoyable way to reach this pub is by taking a stroll along the canal, working up an appetite as you go. On a sunny spring lunchtime, I managed to nab the last available table by the canal, with the rest already occupied by folks enjoying pub grub and frosty pints. The pub's menu is a delightful mix of comforting pub classics like cheese and onion pot pie (£15.95), burgers (the beef burger is £13.95) and sandwiches including roast beef (£11.95). It also offers a range of lagers and locally brewed ales. ‌ A day out in Hebden Bridge (Image: MEN Staff ) I opted for the beer battered haddock with yuzu and dill aioli sandwich (£11.95), accompanied by a pint of local Vocation beer (£5.20). As I settled into my sun-drenched seat, my meal was promptly served, lighting up my face. The sandwich came with a generous heap of chips and red cabbage coleslaw. ‌ The chips were piping hot and crispy, the ideal partner for my pint. I was uncertain about the sandwich as it was served in a ciabatta, which can sometimes be too hard when paired with battered fish. However, this bread was pleasantly soft, providing the right amount of support for the crisp fish, which was delightfully flaky inside. The aioli added a nice contrast to the batter, making the tartare sauce sachets I'd picked up redundant. Article continues below If you find yourself in Hebden Bridge on a sunny day, this spot is a must-visit. Just ensure you secure a table by the canal.