Location: Bournemouth
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Bournemouth’s seven miles of beach and exceptionally warm microclimate make it a favorite of U.K. travelers. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re a watersports fanatic (try surfing lessons!) or just want to let your kids splash around in the calm waters. For a traditional Bournemouth vacation, rent a classic beach hut.
Restaurants in Bournemouth
1. Shelley Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Shelley Theatre is the theatre on the Bournemouth clifftop you probably never knew about. We are a 150 seated theatre and provide a variety of entertainment for all tastes. We have: comedy nights; film; live music; performance and dance. The theatre was built in the 1860s by the famous Shelley family, intended to be the home of Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein. Today our whole aim is to bring people and performance together, whilst renovating the theatre and additional spaces at the same time. Our Cafe is open during the week from Monday to Friday (10:30 am to 3.30pm) so if it's using the Wi-Fi or catching up with friends and family, the doors are open for you. Come and see how we're bringing this historic building back to life. We look forward to seeing your soon.
Reviewed By Kinger321
The vwellcome and enthusiasm of the staff (mainly volunteers) is second to none. The knock on effect from this is that the performers will frequently mingle with the audience during intervals and after the performances. Consequently the audience tend to be very relaxed and good company talking with each other as if old friends. The variety of shows is incredibly varied to cover all tastes.
2. Rubyz
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 246 reviews
Rubyz Drag Comedy Club Bournemouth - Bournemouth's Premier Drag Show. The perfect venue whatever the occasion. From hen parties to a birthday party, Works do or just a night out with friends. The award winning Rubyz offers you the ideal night out in Bournemouth. With three course meal and the best drag queens on the south coast.. Every Saturday there is a full Cabaret show with comedy, song and more than a hint of fabulousness. Arrive at around 7.00pm for pre show drinks with your friends in the bar before being seated at 7.50pm for dinner and the cabaret show. The after show party disco starts at 10.30 PM and runs till 12 AM. A FULL NIGHT'S ENTERTAINMENT ALL IN ONE VENUE!
Reviewed By 836hilaryb
Well what can I say another fantastic night in spent with these lovely ladies, keeping us all entertained with songs, chats, quizzes and challenges. Thank you so much Miss Foxy, Miss Sally and Miss Betsy for hosting Rubyz Live every Saturday, can’t wait to be able to visit Rubyz when you open again always a pleasure and a fabulous evening and good food. Show is for adults only and is very funny so if you are in Bournemouth after Lockdown I recommend you book to see their show you won’t be disappointed. Please support them as they have supported us through this.
3. Flavours School of Cookery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By TheJasRm - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Amazing class and top staff. I did the artisan bread making class and I can say was fab! Dez, Amy and the boys were very friendly and professional. Dez shows us how to make tasty bread and especially made it look nice! We had lunch and we took home all our creations. Thank you Flavours School of Cookery for the experience!
4. Oceana Day Spa
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5.0 based on 275 reviews
OCEANA DAY SPA is a unique wellness centre that has been carefully and beautifully designed to provide all our guests with treatments to unwind and restore balance to your mind and body as well as enhance your experience within the Oceana Resort.Located on the seafront overlooking Bournemouth Bay, Oceana Hotels are unique resort style hotels which have achieved between them some of the highest AA 3 star hotel ratings on the South Coast. We offer good quality, comfortable, 3 star hotel rooms. The standard of the public areas, dining options, facilities and services are delivered at even higher standards. At Oceana we aim to give our guests a unique experience. This is at a 3 star price, with the added extra of the "can do" service culture, whilst going the extra mile where possible.
Reviewed By Andrea4gets - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Another relaxing visit to my favourite spa venue Always a great welcome from Edina (the Manageress), and she also asks how the treatments were afterwards Arabela was my therapist, and I had a back, neck and shoulder massage followed by a foot and leg treatment - just divine. The service at the spa is superb! The ambience is very relaxing and the therapist are all very friendly and professional
5. The Firkin Shed
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 88 reviews
We are Bournemouth's first ‘Micro pub.' A small family run freehouse providing you quality craft beer straight from the cask. The beers are sourced from independent breweries and our large range of still ciders are free from concentrates. No telly, but occasional live music. Enough rum to sink a ship.
Reviewed By jewhitelam - Basingstoke, United Kingdom
We had heard about the firkin shed and thought we would check it out for ourselves, it was a lovely evening, it was raining and cold but once inside we sat next to a heater and soon warmed up, the beers and cider helped as well , fantastic choice of ciders , I had the mead, first the original and then the ginger it was so moorish, great staff really friendly they know their stuff, i would highly recommend stopping for a few, and taxi back like we did.
6. Be At One Cocktail Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 221 reviews
Cocktails by the sea! What could be better? We specialise in great cocktails, served with a smile and to a great soundtrack With over 150 drinks available, you're sure to find one you like!
Reviewed By Sashaamariee
We attended Be at One Bournemouth on 4th December for a birthday party. We had arranged this on short notice and the venue had been really accommodating - even allowing us to attend with a slightly smaller number than the minimum required for a class, which we were extremely grateful for. We had a great time making cocktails and this was largely due to our amazing host Jack. Jack was incredibly friendly and funny. He matched our level of enthusiasm, which only enhanced the brilliant time we were already having. Jack was a fabulous but equally fun teacher. He spent a lot of time and was very patient with us, and most of all felt like part of our group - which made the evening feel super comfortable and at ease. Fantastic evening out. Lovely team. Would highly recommend to all.
7. Marvo Mysteries Escape Room Bournemouth
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 956 reviews
Teams of 3-8 players must search for clues, solve the mystery, recover the Artifact and try to Escape all before their time runs out. We will take you on an adventure to remember, or one you will never forget.
Reviewed By Willpr
From the entry instructions, your adventure starts... Entering the loading bay and into the reception you are blown away with the attention to detail. Artifacts, maps, trinkets and discoveries fill cabinets and the walls for you to look at whilst you wait. Lizzie was fantastic at pointing out "Harry Potter" discoveries to our daughter, who was nervous, and put her at ease. The briefing done, we enter and the adventure begun... no spoilers here, but I shall say, the hour whizzed by and we escaped with 4 minutes to spare! The attention to detail is outstanding, not an inch of space is wasted, and some items are used two or three times. With plenty of "oh that's what it's for" and "we need to find" moments you are busy from start till finish. I am honestly in awe of the ingenuity of the creators, as this is something else! Highly atmospheric and like playing a real life version of Myst with some aspects of the Crystal Maze, Indiana Jones and The Room all in one. Loads of puzzles, loads of secrets, and loads of clever technical stuff. You need to work as a team, and help each other, but there is no space for anyone to take a back seat as you all have to help in parts. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and wish there was more to do! We are looking forward to the new experience as we will be back to tackle that one too! Highly recommended as this is an escape room I doubt can be beaten!
8. U-Escape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 492 reviews
U-Escape is part of the live, ‘escape the room’ phenomenon that has taken the UK by storm. Suited to teams of 2-6 people, you have 60 minutes to unravel the mysteries and complete your escape. You need to use the power of your mind and communication to solve mental puzzles and physical challenges to ensure successful completion of your assignment and secure your safe return to the real world.
Reviewed By richardmW8907MY
First escape room experience .. took my 10 and 13 year old together with my wife ... brilliant fun ... challenging and mentally testing ... great fun had by all .. highly recommended ... super hosts ????????
9. Reboot Dorset
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Reboot a New You at Our 5 Day Residential Fitness Boot Camp What does our boot camp holiday offer? 5 days stay at a beautiful hotel close to the Dorset Coast 20+ fitness sessions set to challenge the needs of each Rebooter in attendance nutritional workshops along with all the recipes for the food provided during the retreat Presentations on energy systems, goal setting, mental strength and effective training plans Tasty nutritious meals and snacks to ensure optimum performance. We cater for all dietary requirements PMR (Progressive Muscular Relaxation) sessions aimed to improve mood, relationships, goals, health and quality of life 12 weeks after care which comes in the form of personalised weekly training plans by Owner and Head Coach Mark Hooks
Reviewed By Penina_Kahtan1
Passionate and knowledgeable trainers who are really good at adapting the sessions to suit all fitness levels, from those just starting out on their journey to those at peak fitness. Mark's vast array of creative training sessions and Herbie's dry sense of humour will help make this a week you won't regret. Great balance of hard work and comfortable accommodation made this a wonderful way to spend a week off work. Whatever your expectations, Reboot will surpass them. Warning: you might not want to go home at the end of the week!
10. St Andrews Church
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