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We are lucky in Bournemouth to have loads of nice pubs and bars to choose from.

When looking for somewhere to get a drink, you always want to find the best bars in town. With student bars, beach pubs, beer gardens, craft beer, gin bars, places for dancing, and of course, places to find classic pub food, you can be sure you’ll find somewhere in Bournemouth to get a drink and soak up the great atmosphere.

Town Centre

Bournemouth town centre is jam packed full of great pubs and bars. On a sunny day in the Square, you will see people enjoying the open space with a beer in hand, and a deeper dive will take you to nearby beer gardens and local pubs.

Towards the beach, either through the lower gardens or via Exeter Road, you can find more popular spots with great views and unique cocktail menus. There’s so much nearby that you will find the perfect spot for a drink in any direction.

Back into town, Bournemouth triangle contains its own rabble of pubs and bars with smaller venues often with live music and entertainment, specialist cocktail menus and restaurants with great food and drink.

Student Bars

Bournemouth is renowned for its great student culture, and on a night out, you can expect to see crowds head to either Old Christchurch Road or Lansdowne. Just a 10-minute walk from each other.

Old Christchurch Road is closer to the city centre with popular nightclubs and bars, while Lansdowne is closer to the student accommodation with more places to eat, drink, and be merry with larger venues for entertainment here too.

Boscombe

Just outside of Bournemouth, you will find Boscombe, with its quirky high street and stunning beach and pier.

Boscombe Beach contains some small collective of great beach pubs and bars ideal to soak up beautiful views of the sea. Perfect on a warm summer’s eve, although you will see these places are popular all year round.

Neighbouring areas

Further east of Boscombe, you will come to Southbourne Highstreet. What was once a residential area is now a bustling microcosm of independent retailers and nightlife. With great pubs on the Highstreet, unique and award-winning restaurants and bars, and on the clifftops some special pubs with nice beer gardens, it truly is a wonder to explore in and of itself.

The historic town of Christchurch is also only a step away, with its own nightlife culture, craft ales, gin bars, and even a brewery. Find out more about Christchurch pubs and bars here.

West of Bournemouth, you will find Westbourne, similar in ways to Southbourne with its gentrified high street, you can find some unique places to get a drink and enjoy the atmosphere.

Further down the road, you will stumble into Ashley Cross, with its terrific culture and finally, you'll make your way to Poole Town, which is not far down the road.

Find out more about Poole pubs and bars here.

With superb travel links and many spots with their own atmosphere, Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole are fun places to explore the many wonderful pubs and bars.

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Brewhouse & Kitchen Southbourne

Bournemouth

Brewhouse & Kitchen promises you a warm, friendly welcome. Whether you are popping in to sample our latest seasonal brew, a quick after work glass of wine or G&T, having dinner with friends, or learning how to brew beer on our legendary Brewery…
Sharkey's Sports Bar

Bournemouth

Bournemouth's Premier Sports Venue, with both American and English Pool tables plus 3 Winmau Darts boards.
The Moon in the Square

Bournemouth

Buzzy Wetherspoon watering hole serving cask ales in an expansive, converted 1930s department store.
Walkabout

Bournemouth

Come in and experience the awesome spirit of Australia. From the best seats on the high street for sport to the ultimate party venue, a chilled out place for mates to meet up or get stuck into our famous party nights.
Smokin' Aces

Bournemouth

Welcome to Smokin Aces Cocktail Bar & Whiskey Lounge, Bournemouth. Sophisticated style with a Rock 'n' Roll twist. Subtly lit lounge bar with exposed brick walls and plush red banquettes, hosting regular live music.
Zephyr

Bournemouth

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The Goat and Tricycle

Bournemouth

The Goat and Tricycle is a traditional real ale pub, with a huge range of hand pulled real ales. It is often referred to as Bournemouth's best kept secret.
Slug & Lettuce- Old Christchurch Road

2 Dean Park Crescent, Bournemouth

Welcome to Slug & Lettuce - the ultimate destination for those seeking a hip and vibrant cocktail bar experience!
Nestled in the heart of the city, Slug & Lettuce isn't just a bar, it's the best place to chill with your faves. Whether you're…
Saunabar

Bournemouth

Saunabar has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Turtle Bay

Bournemouth

Inspired by Beach Shacks & Street Hawkers across the Caribbean Islands, these authentic, great tasting dishes are perfect friends to share with friends and have alongside one of our wold class cocktails.
Banana Wharf

Poole

Banana Wharf bar & restaurant at Poole is the perfect spot to meet, eat and drink by the water, with fantastic views looking out over the marina to Brownsea island.
The Neptune - Harvester

Bournemouth

Welcome to The Neptune, Harvester restaurant in Boscombe. Here you will find our famous grills and salads; we serve real food fresh, fun and full of flavour.
The Four Horsemen

Bournemouth

We stock an amazing selection of craft beers and ales with a wide variety of food to go alongside.
Eden Garden Bar & Club

Bournemouth

The Garden Bar is soaked in sunshine during summer in the open air from dawn until dusk, and when the weather cools we close the roof at the flick of a switch, turn up the heating and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. Eden is unique in that it is both a…
Koh Thai Tapas

Bournemouth

Koh Thai Tapas is defying conventions. We are revolutionising Thai dining with our infectious blend of European indulgence and authentic Thai tastes.We are passionate about our unique aesthetic, at once informal and elegant, authentic and modern.
Tonic Social

Bournemouth

“It’s like a touch of London on my doorstep”.
Slug & Lettuce- Richmond Hill

Bournemouth

Welcome to Slug & Lettuce - the ultimate destination for those seeking a hip and vibrant cocktail bar experience!
Nestled in the heart of the city, Slug & Lettuce isn't just a bar, it's the best place to chill with your faves. Whether you're…
Level8ight - The Sky Bar

Bournemouth

Situated on the 8th floor of the hotel, overlooking Bournemouth and the English Channel, LEVEL8IGHT The Sky Bar is the hottest and highest new bar in the South West.

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