The outdoor dining space at a new McDonald's is finally taking shape, just in time for summer. 

McDonald's opened their restaurant in Chineham Shopping Centre over five weeks ago on May 22. 

This new branch of the fast food chain is the fourth in the town, with a fifth on the horizon after a planning application was submitted for another branch in Hatch Warren Retail Park.

The restaurant boasts table service, self-ordering kiosks, and a separate entrance for McDelivery.

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McDonald's opened in MayMcDonald's opened in May (Image: Newsquest) It opened before the patio area could be completed, but it looks like the outdoor dining area will be open soon. 

On Friday, June 28, contractors were spotted laying the floor and metal poles have been erected for the fence which will surround the space. 

It is not known when the patio will be open and ready for customers to use. 

The 133-seater restaurant has created around 100 full and part-time jobs in the area and features McDonald's  ‘Convenience of the Future’ programme.

The programme combines a new layout with the latest technology to create a 'more seamless and enjoyable experience for customers'.