Pictures: York pub’s hidden roof terrace gets a colourful makeover in time for summer

The pub is in the heart of York – but it hides a sunny secret.

Found on Church Street, The Golden Lion looks like a traditional alehouse. But it has a hidden roof terrace which has just been given a colourful makeover.

The suntrap now has a railway theme. There are suitcases and old travel guides on the wall, as well as an old London North Eastern Railway sign.

Red-cushioned benches, a green privacy hedge and mirrors complete the look.

This is only part of the revamp. The Golden Lion was closed for a couple of weeks to allow for a full internal redecoration.

It reopened with a party atmosphere and drinkers dancing to live music from The Mojos.

Jenny Glenn, manager of the Greene King-owned pub, said the opening night was busy – and the sunny weekend has already made the beer terrace a hit.