FEW things beat a lovely ice cream in the sunshine on a Bank Holiday weekend.

Well, we can't promise the sunshine but we can promise some great ice cream shops.

Here are five of the best around...

CUBE DESSERTS

Ever had ice cream delivered? Would you like to have ice cream delivered?

Why not try Cube Desserts on 192 Halliwell Rd, Bolton BL1 3QJ?

Opened from 12am until 12pm, the Cube offers a wide range of treats and ice creams.

Its online reviews seem to repeat “Great service, great desserts!!” Visit http://www.cubedesserts.com/

MANFREDI

With good quality ratings on Google, Manfredi has earned its name as an ideal ice cream shop amongst the locals.

Opened between 10am – 7pm every day, you will always be welcomed even on Bank holidays.

To be found at 106 Cannon St, Bolton BL3 5BH, your time will be well spent paying it a visit.

Telephone 01204 399142 for details.

HOLDENS AND CO

This humble ice cream parlour has been opened since 1929. Located in the centre of Edgworth village, it stands at the centre of Lancashire.

Located at 5 Blackburn Road in Bolton, this family owned company has decades of experience and knowledge of the business to satisfy your ice creamily cravings. Telephone 01204 853 000 or visit https://holdensandco.com.

THE COWSHED

Open since 2014, the Cowshed had earned its reputation as a reliable and humble little stable.

Open to kids’ parties and afternoon snacks, the Cowshed had all you could wish for.

Located at 46 Winter Hey Lane, Horwich, Bolton. BL6 7NX

A reviewer said: “Rustic evening is highly recommended, food was lovely and service excellent.”

Call 01204 691609 or visit http://www.chillatthecowshed.com.

THE GARDEN SHED

The Garden Shed is the last word in two contrasting refreshments, ice cream and tea.

With a kid friendly atmosphere, outdoor seating and opened between 10am to 17:00pm it offers everything from breakfast, lunch and of course ice cream.

Local resident, Mr Firth stated in a review “Excellent price and quality. Also, great food at affordable prices. Service great and the staff work really hard”.

It is located at Arthur Lane Nurseries, 1 Arthur Ln, Ainsworth, Bolton BL2 5PW.

For more information check out The Garden Shed Ice Cream Parlour and Tea Shop on Facebook or call 01204 529929.