If you're keen to find an alfresco spot in the centre of town, our recommended list of bars for outdoor drinking in central Bournemouth will guide you in the right direction. Yes, if you'd prefer not to be cooped up in a watering hole with only a smokers' alleyway available, our guide to bars for outdoor drinking in central Bournemouth is all you need.
The outside area with sleek black tiles and black furniture looks good at Bar So.
Royal Exeter Hotel,
Exeter Road,
Bournemouth,
Dorset,
BH2 5AG
Exeter Road,
Bournemouth,
Dorset,
BH2 5AG
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A large outdoor drinking area is available at the Branksome with covered sections for those moments when the sun chooses not to emerge.
152-154 Commercial Road,
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH2 5LU
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH2 5LU
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The roof-top terrace overlooks much of the town and the gardens to the east.
20 Exeter Road,
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH2 5AQ
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH2 5AQ
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You'll find a pleasant beer garden at the rear of this sporty boozer on Old Christchurch Road.
209-215 Old Christchurch Road,
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH1 1JZ
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH1 1JZ
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The O'Neills' bright blue exterior sets it apart from other buildings and its huge beer garden with undercover decking, rocking chairs and heat lamps is unmissable.
231 Old Christchurch Road,
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH1 1JZ
BOURNEMOUTH,
BH1 1JZ
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Cut off from the busy Christchurch area, a stairway leads you to this impressive old building with a lovely courtyard outside with views of the nearby green.
2 Dean Park Crescent,
Bournemouth,
BH1 1HL
Bournemouth,
BH1 1HL
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