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Take A 'Pier' Through Our Bournemouth Stag Guide

This vibrant seaside town is just bursting with mega clubs lining Old Christchurch Road. As well as dreamy seaside bars with stunning views. That’s not to mention miles of golden sands, party cruises and water sports, such as paddle boarding and sea kayaking, you can do making Bournemouth a stag do fave!

AUTHOR:Hannah SowerbyContent Writer
  • Article Updated: 05/02/2025
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Best Bournemouth Nightlife Areas for a Stag Do

When it comes to nightlife areas, despite this being a town, not a city, there are several distinct areas you can visit. The most popular nightlife area is Old Christchurch Road where you have a cluster of pubs and clubs. You can also head to the beachfront for lush seafront bars or to The Triangle if you’re after something quirky and alternative.

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    Old Christchurch Road

    The most notable nightlife area in Bournemouth is Old Christchurch Road which is found in the north of the town. It’s a long street that’s packed with popular nightlife venues. This includes all your fave chain bars and clubs such as Popworld, O’Neill’s and Slug & Lettuce, plus gentlemen’s club For Your Eyes Only. You’ve also got Cosy Club, which is an open plan pub spread over three floors and Sharkey’s Sports Bar, a mint snooker and pool club.

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    The Triangle

    The Triangle, which you’ll find surrounding Commercial Road in the west of the town, has a load of quirky shops and cafes, as well as some awesome bars. Here you'll find The Four Horsemen, which is a 90s inspired retro bar boasting over one hundred beers and ciders. As well as Smokin' Aces, which is a cocktail bar and whiskey lounge with exposed brick walls and a regular line up of live music.

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    Beachfront

    If the idea of sinking some pints in the sun whilst looking at stunning sea views is up your group’s street, then we’d highly suggest you check out some of Bournemouth’s seafront bars. There aren’t loads of these bars but we would suggest hitting up El Murrino Beachside, which has loads of outdoor seating and gives you breath-taking views the English Channel. Also check out Aruba, found right next to the pier, that’s open till 3am on a weekend.

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Top 10 Stag Friendly Bournemouth Pubs & Clubs 2025

From the mega chain bars that line Old Christchurch Road, to quirky bars in The Triangle like The Four Horsemen, to mega clubs like Cameo, Bournemouth has it all no matter what type of night out you’re looking for.

  • Nexus

    224-226 Old Christchurch Rd , BH1 1PE

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    Located on the nightlife-heavy Old Christchurch Road, this brilliant lounge bar and nightclub is one of Bournemouth’s hottest spots to party. Nexus blends quality sound with a luxurious interior. Its known for hosting a range of epic club events such as Flex Friday and Sleek Saturdays. On Fridays you can expect to hear Rnb, Hip-Hop, Garage, Dancehall and Afrobeats. On Saturdays you can expect to hear RnB, Urban, Hip Hop, Chart Hits and classic dance floor fillers. Nexus is a good choice if you’re wanting some old-school classics mixed with the latest chart-toppers. They often do drinks deals and there’s even a karaoke bar onsite.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: Closed
      Fri: 21:00 - 03:00
      Sat: 19:00 - 03:00
      Sun: Closed

    • No. of Bars: Four

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • O'Neill's Bournemouth

    231 Old Christchurch , Rd BH1 1JZ

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    Forget ‘top of the morning’, this brilliant Irish bar is sure to be top of the night! Giving you a big warm Irish welcome O’Neill’s has big screens streaming live sport, live music and Irish-themed food and drink, so you can be sure (to be sure) to see Guinness on the menu. There’s a fantastic beer garden that has outdoor TV screens, so you don’t have to miss the sun to catch the match. Often, they will have offers on drinks, so keep an eye out for a bargain. They also do a cracking range of burgers and small plates.

    • Opening Times: Mon: 12:00 - 00:00
      Tues - Weds: 12:00 - 23:00
      Thurs - Sat: 12:00 - 00:00
      Sun: 12:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Cosy Club Bournemouth

    34 Old Christchurch Rd , BH1 1LG

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    Spread over three floors, Cosy Club may have a cosy vibe, but it’s certainly spacious with ample space to party. This fab pub/restaurant is bright with quirky mismatched furniture, art décor and elegant hanging lights. The bar is incredibly well stocked with all your usual tipples, plus an extensive selection of whisky. They have ‘classic or curious’ cocktails, which is where you can pick from a classic cocktail such as an Espresso Martini or a Porn Star Martini and choose whether to have them as they are or enjoy a twist on it for example a Banana Espresso Martini – how pottasi-fun!

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 09:00 - 23:00
      Thurs: 09:00 - 00:00
      Fri - Sat: 09:00 - 01:00
      Sun: 09:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Cameo and Myu

    Firvale Road, BH1 2JA

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    Boasting a capacity of two thousand three hundred partygoers, Cameo has five unique rooms to explore, with different music vibes in each room. You can sip on delicious cocktails in Myu Bar, dance along to classics in the Vinyl Disco Room, live it up in The Basement or dance till dawn in The Main Club Room. Cameo has a state-of-the-art sound and light system, LED screens, CO2 blasters and confetti machines to really get the party going. They host mega club nights on Fridays and Saturdays, Fresh Fridays (that has two for one drinks all night) and Motive Saturdays (the most anticipated event of the week).

    • Opening Times: Mon - Tues: Closed
      Weds: 22:30 - 04:00
      Thurs: Closed
      Fri - Sat: 22:30 - 04:00

    • No. of Bars: Five

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • The Four Horsemen Pub

    77-79 Commercial Rd , BH2 5RT

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    Your hangover might feel like the end of the world, but hey, the night out will have certainly been worth it and this is one of the pubs we suggest you put on the itinerary. Located in the Bournemouth Triangle, this retro 90s-themed pub offers one hundred different beers and ciders, as well as a ton of exotic spirits, making it a great place to wop your ‘apoca-lips ’ around a new tipple. You can expect slightly quirky décor including a mural to Pulp Fiction and retro disco balls. This basement venue puts on all kinds of music and comedy gigs and has a lot of charm and character.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 12:00 - 00:00
      Thurs - Sat: 12:00 - 02:00
      Sun: 12:00 - 01:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Brewhouse & Kitchen

    152-154 Commercial Rd, BH2 5LU

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    Also found in The Triangle area, Brewhouse and Kitchen is known for its freshy brewed and local award-winning craft beers. You can kick back with a beer whilst listening to live music or enjoy some of that Bournemouth sunshine by making use of their outdoor seating. It’s not only a cracking pub to visit, but there are also all kinds of experiences you can do, which you can arrange through us. You can do a , a and even a , which is a full day of tasting beers and learning about/participating in the brewing process.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 23:00
      Fri: 12:00 - 00:30
      Sat: 11:00 - 00:30
      Sun: 11:00 - 22:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Popworld Bournemouth

    158-164 Old Christchurch Rd, BH1 1NL

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    If your group love cheesy bangers and throwbacks, then you’re going to want to pop into Popworld on your trip. Playing all the biggest hits from the 90s and the 00s, there truly is no party like a Popworld party! Boasting fun and quirky retro décor, cheap and colourful drinks (including shots and sharers), an incredible sound and light system and a heck of dancefloor, Popworld and a good time are synonymous. Fancy dress is highly encouraged here so if you wanna don your silliest outfits then this is the place for it. Not so great if you want a classy night, but perfect if you just want to sing along to songs you know the words to.

    • Opening Times: Mon: Closed
      Tues: 22:00 - 03:00
      Weds - Fri: 21:00 - 03:00
      Sat - Sun: 22:00 - 05:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • BrewDog Bournemouth

    BH2 Shopping Centre, Exeter Cres, BH2 5DD

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    BrewDog is found in the Bh2 Leisure shopping centre in the town centre, just minutes from the sea. This well-known and well-loved chain is famous for its Scottish brewery's craft beers and for being no-frills, but rather just focussing on suppling a cracking range of delicious beers. Inside is spacious with loads of long wooden benches, perfect for large groups. Offering a huge selection of beers from their favourite guest breweries, as well as an extensive range of wine, spirits, and cocktails, you’ll be spoilt for choice. They also do loads of canned beers to take away, which is perfect if you’re stocking up for a little on the beach drinking.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 23:00
      Fri: 12:00 - 00:00
      Sat: 11:00 - 00:00
      Sun: 11:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • Level8ight The Sky Bar

    Hilton Bournemouth, Terrace Road, BH2 5EL

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    Take your stag do to new heights (literally) with the highest bar in the whole of the Southwest. Found on the eighth floor of Hilton Bournemouth, this classy bar is known for its dramatic sea views. It also won the Diners’ Choice Award in 2023. With its chandeliers, unrivalled views and impressive drinks menu (including some very creative cocktails that look as good as they taste), this is perfect if your group are looking for something a little more upmarket and refined. Even if you just pop in for one drink to marvel at the view, we’d highly recommend putting this one on your list.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 12:00 - 23:00
      Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 01:00
      Sun: 12:00 - 23:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

  • George Tapps

    207-215 Old Christchurch Rd, BH1 1JZ

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    Focussed massively on live sport, this is a great place to enjoy football, boxing, and rugby. There are over fourteen plasma screens (three of which are massive), as well as comfy sofas to chill out on. They sell a wide range of alcohol, including a fab selection of shots and shooters like Jaffa Cake and Baby Guinness. They’ve also got a tasty range of food such as nachos, pizzas, steaks and burgers. Oh, and there’s also an absolutely massive beer terrace. In fact, this is the biggest beer garden in Bournemouth. If you visit on a match day you can expect that the atmosphere here will be mega.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Weds: 11:00 - 00:00
      Thurs: 11:00 - 01:00
      Fri - Sat: 10:00 - 02:00
      Sun: 10:00 - 00:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

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Top 10 Bournemouth Stag Do Activities

The activities in Bournemouth are a real pull for stag groups from the ever-popular sunset boat party cruise to action packed packages consisting of assault rifle shooting and quad biking. We've over 90 Bournemouth stag activities for you to choose from! .

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      Party Boat Sunset Cruise - VIP Package

    • Hop onboard the sunset cruise for the party of a lifetime. You will cruise around Poole Harbour's 5 islands and Old Harry's Rock, getting to enjoy some stunning views, whilst a DJ plays the Ibiza sounds. You’ll get reserved tables, a welcome drink and a bottle of house spirits (plus mixers). After the cruise you’ll get guestlist to a top Bournemouth nightclub.

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      Assault Rifles, Axe Throwing, Crossbows & Rage Buggies

    • Get to do 4 epic activities in one with this fantastic package. You’ll get to shoot a variety of .22 assault rifles including the famous Heckler & Koch MP5 or 416, hurl traditional tomahawks at the targets with axe throwing, learn to fire crossbows and finally get to zip around the purpose built track on rage buggies.

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      Coasteering

    • Coasteering is a unique way to explore Bournemouth's stunning coastline. This will have you scrambling, exploring caves, climbing, cliff jumping, swimming and playing in coastal features.You’ll have 3 hours to really get to grips with your surroundings, and investigate the coastline from a unique perspective.

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      Outdoor Karting - Grand Prix

    • With this fantastic activity, you will have a Grand Prix style session out on the track, with a practice session to get yourselves a feel of the kart – then, it’ll be up to you to flaunt your driving skills and compete in heats for an overall winner. Finally, there will be a podium style presentation, with a fantastic bottle of bubbly for the winner. It’s all to play for – good luck.

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      Assault Rifle Shooting

    • We’re bringing out the big guns…. literally! This mint assault rifle session will see you shooting with a variety of .22 calibre assault rifles such as the famous Heckler & Koch MP5 416 submachine gun that was developed in West Germany. Experienced instructors will teach you how to handle these beasts, then you are let loose on target practice.

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      Cameo - Premium VIP Table Package

    • Cameo is one of the biggest and well-known nightclubs in Bournemouth. It features state of the art sound and lighting systems, glamorous VIP booths and table service. The club has 4 rooms and has recently had a 1-million-pound refurbishment. This package will get you guestlist entry before 10.30pm, use of the cloakroom, a reserved booth and a a choice of 1 bottle of premium spirits with a selection of mixers.

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      Outdoor Paintball - Half Day Inc 500 balls

    • Uh oh, your stag trip to Bournemouth is about to get even messier (is that even possible?). You’ll get to play paintball in a whopping 800 acres of prime woodland, with 20 different game zones to enjoy, from open clearings to dense woodland with streams/gullies. There are trenches, storm bridges, climb towers and more. The session is 3 hours and includes 500 paintballs.

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      Ultimate Paddle Boarding

    • When celebrating your up and coming nuptials, of course, you want to go out with a bang. And, when in Bournemouth – what better than to take to the glorious, golden coastline? With this intense, fun, action-packed paddle boarding session, you and your group will have two hours of just that. You'll get to play various games on giant stand up paddle boards with all the equipment you need supplied.

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      Steak & Strip Dinner

    • Steak and a stripper? This is what we call sizzling hot! You will have a private dining space for your group where you will enjoy a delicious steak 8 oz Steak & Chips meal. Then for dessert, a hot striptease from a gorgeous girl for the stag and all of his pals. This will last approx 15 minutes. You will also get a beer each. A steak dinner, a hot stripper and beer, what more do you really need for a stag do?

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      Archery, Axe Throwing, Blind 4x4 Driving & Clay Pigeon Shooting

    • Knock four epic stag do activities off your list with this mega activity combo. You’ll do a clay pigeon shooting with 14 clays included, an archery session with targets and instruction, an axe throwing session with tomahawk axes and a blind driving challenge in 4x4 vehicles. Taking place over four hours this is great chance to try some exciting new activities.

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Top 10 Stag Do Hotels in Bournemouth

We have a great range of Bournemouth stag accommodation, from budget-friendly, to simple and central, to hotels that boast a swimming pool. Take a gander at our top ten accommodation picks.

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      Travelodge Bournemouth

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • You can’t go wrong with Travelodge

      This Travelodge can be found on Christchurch Road, just 0.8 miles from Old Christchurch Road, where you’ll find most of Bournemouth’s bars and clubs. Travelodge is a safe option for your stay. It boasts large rooms with comfy beds, free wi-fi, a TV, tea/coffee and an ensuite bathroom, as well as an onsite bar/restaurant and a buffet breakfast option.

    • Image of a double room at Hotel Celebrity, with a double bed and desk at the foot of the bed - Rank #2

      Hotel Celebrity

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Quirky and near to nightlife

      This quirky hotel is celebrity themed, with celebrity-décor in the rooms and public areas. It’s also a mere 9 minutes’ walk from Old Christchurch Road and all the banging nightlife you’ll find there, placing you in the prime position to party. The hotel offers a variety of rooms types with TVs, free wi-fi and tea/coffee. There’s also a restaurant and a bar.

    • A room with a king bed and balcony that overlooks the sea at Suncliff Hotel - Rank #3

      Suncliff Hotel

      3 STAR  Hotel with Leisure Facilities

    • Right on the seafront

      Located right on the seafront, with breathtaking sea views, this marvellous 3-star hotel offers modern rooms (some with balconies) and a heated outdoor pool, complete with sun loungers. It’s also got a sauna, perfect for sweating off that hangover. The Overcliff Pub offers British food, real ales and sea views and the Atlantis Restaurant offers a cracking Sunday carvery.

    • A double bed in a hotel room, with an en-suite visible in the background - Rank #4

      Travelodge Bournemouth Seafront

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Eight minutes from the beach

      The second Travelodge to make our list, this one can be found (unsurprisingly) near to the seafront, with it taking approx 8 minutes to reach the beach. Travelodge offers spacious rooms with comfy beds, free wi-fi, a TV and an ensuite. There’s an on-site restaurant that does a fab buffet breakfast, perfect for setting you up for the day.

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      Mount Stuart Hotel

      2 STAR  Guest House

    • Located a five-minute walk from the town centre

      If you’re looking for a cheap yet comfortable spot to crash, then this is a top choice. Mount Stuart Hotel offers simple lodgings that can accommodate between one and nine people, that all have comfy thick mattresses, flat screen TVs, tea/coffee and a private bathroom. At the back of the property there is a landscaped tropical garden, summer house and premium shared hot tub.

    • A double bed in a room with bedside lights at The Hop Inn in Bournemouth - Rank #6

      The Hop Inn

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    • A cosy and comfy pub

      This lush pub is found just a seven minutes’ walk from the Pier. It has twelve comfortable rooms that feature pocket sprung beds, flat screen TVs, tea/coffee and an ensuite bathrooms. The best thing about staying in a pub is… staying in a pub, you won’t have to go far for your first drinks of the night, with pub food and craft beer available.

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      Bunkhouse

      3 STAR  Apartment

    • Budget friendly rooms sleeping up to twelve guests

      If you fancy all bunking in with each other, then you’re going to want to stay at the bunkhouse. Bunkhouse, found a 7-minute walk from the town centre, offers a variety of rooms sleeping between four and twelve guests. All rooms are private use only so it will be just your group. Most rooms have ensuite facilities.

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      Village Hotel Bournemouth

      3 STAR  Hotel with Leisure Facilities

    • Offers a heated indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna

      Village Hotel is a little out of town, but you can easily get a bus into Bournemouth from there. This 3-star hotel has a relaxed vibe with a heated indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna, perfect for blowing the cobwebs away. It also has a cracking pub and grill and super comfortable rooms with a drench shower.

    • A double bed with a red throw and cushions, with two chairs and a table in front of the window - Rank #9

      Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, Signature Collection By Best Western

      4 STAR  Hotel with Leisure Facilities

    • 4-star luxury hotel with sea-view guest rooms and both outdoor and indoor pools

      This 4-star luxury hotel, found just 650m from the beach, has sea-view guest rooms, an award-winning restaurant and both outdoor and indoor pools. There's also a sauna and a jacuzzi, which is the perfect way to dust off the cobwebs after a hard days night. The rooms are bright, modern and homely. Each room has a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and an ensuite bathroom.

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      Kensington Hotel

      2 STAR  Hotel

    • Close to town

      Situated near to The Triangle area, with the town centre well within walking distance, this traditional 2-star hotel has rooms with a TV, free wi-fi, tea/coffee and an ensuite. Some of the rooms have seating areas. This hotel might be simple, but it’s budget friendly and in a good location, making it a great base for your trip if you’re just wanting somewhere to sleep.

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Tick the Cultural Box on Your Bournemouth Stag Do

Bournemouth may be a town, but it’s still packed with cultural and interesting things to do from visiting the iconic Bournemouth Pier to learning about aviation at the Aviation Museum to checking out a very cool aquarium.

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    Bournemouth Pier

    Pier Approach, Bournemouth BH2 5AA
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    When you think of Bournemouth, you probably picture its iconic pier. The pier boasts tourist attractions such as the Rock Reef climbing wall and the brilliant dual zipline that gives you the chance to zip 250m over the sea and land on the beach. There are also quite a few places to eat and drink on the pier including a cocktail bar and a bar and grill restaurant. Of course, there’s also an amusement arcade with all your seaside classics on offer from basketball to claw machines to penny falls, plus a selection of rides that can be found at the end of the pier.

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    Oceanarium

    Oceanarium, Bournemouth BH2 5AA
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    There’s only one sure-fire way to cure a hangover and it’s looking at cute fish amirite? So, there’s aquariums, and then there’s this… This large Oceanarium is home to all sorts of exciting fish. From your common clownfish (AKA Nemo) and Regal tang (AKA Dory) to Chinese Water Dragon to super cool Moon Jellyfish to massive sharks. There’s also loads of cool animals such as otters, crocodiles, and penguins! There’s a brilliant water tunnel that you can walk through where you can enjoy being up close with these awesome sea creatures. There’s also chances to watching various animals being fed.

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    Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

    East, W Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth BH1 3AA
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    The Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum is quite the sight to behold. Set within beautiful gardens that face out onto the sea and housed within an interesting looking Victorian building, this is a cool place to visit. The inside of this Victorian gem is just as impressive as the outside, with a grand hall, morning room, drawing room, boudoir, dining room and conservatory to explore amongst other things. Founded by Sir Merton and Lady Russell-Cotes, this house is the residence of a Victorian private collector with lots of art for you to take a look at.

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    Alum Chine Beach

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    Situated to the west of the town centre, away from the tourist-heavy pier area, you’ll find Alum Chine Beach. This is one of the most popular beaches in the area. This award-winning beach is a brilliant place to spend some of your stag do, especially if you’re visiting in the hot summer months. It’s known for being very clean and boasts a beautiful tropical garden as well as some pubs and ice cream kiosks, so there are plenty of ways to cool down. It’s worth visiting in the evening too to catch that gorgeous sunset.

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    Upside Down House

    Westover Road Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth BH1 2BU
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    Upside Down House does exactly what it says on the tin…it’s a house…. that’s upside down. Here you will get to live out a childhood dream of walking on the ceiling, well the ceiling is the floor, and the floor is the ceiling and it’s all very confusing but also very fun. This gravity defying tourist attraction will give your stag group some excellent photo opportunities as you can look like you’re dangling from the ceiling or doing a handstand. If your group like things that are a bit quirky, get yourself down to this ‘flipping’ brilliant house (because the house is flipped upside down, get it?).

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    Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens

    Westover Road, Bournemouth BH2 5AH
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    These Grade II Listed Gardens, that stretch for approx 3km, running from the pier to the edge of Poole, are the perfect place for a little hungover stroll. Bursting with impressive floral displays and water features, this is a beautiful place to check out. There are activities to do here too such as playing mini golf, visiting the aviary, and listening to musicians playing from the bandstand. If it’s summer, there might well be an art exhibition on. Here you can sit by the water with a coffee (or some street food) as you lazily watch the world go by.

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    Bournemouth Aviation Museum

    B3073, Merritown Ln, Christchurch BH23 6BA
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    Stop thinking about museums where you just look at dusty relics and go ‘hm that’s quite interesting’, this fantastic museum will have you jumping into the cockpits of a wide range of aircrafts such as Boeing 737-229, BAC One Eleven and BAe 125. This will let you imagine what being a pilot is like as you enjoy a cock-pit view and examine the controls. You can try out a flight simulator that will have you seeing what it’s like to fly a Cessna 172 aircraft. Check out the model plane exhibition for loads of classic planes in miniature. Time will fly when you’re having THIS much fun!

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    Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

    Westover Rd, Bournemouth BH1 2BU
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    With a huge capacity of 1,458, this massive theatre brings you all of the biggest and best shows. As well as many hit shows, there are loads of big-name comedians that are going to perform or have performed here such as Sarah Millican, Al Murray and Ed Byrne. There are also a ton of big-name musicians that perform here such as Alfie Boe. You get a lot of tribute bands playing here too. It might be worth having a look to see what’s on when you visit to see if anything takes your fancy.

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    02 Academy Bournemouth

    570 Christchurch Rd, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH1 4BH
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    This Grade II listed music venue and clubbing institution holds up to 1,800 people at any one time. As such it’s a very popular venue for touring bands, meaning you get big names visiting such as James, The Darkness and Gary Numan. In the past it has provided a stage for music legends such as Pink Floyd, Status Quo and even David Bowie. There are loads of tribute bands that regularly play the 02 today like The Smyths and UK Foo Fighters. The 02 is a cracking night out if you’re into your live music, so have a gander what’s on when you’re here.

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    Bournemouth Shopping Arcade

    Gervis Pl, Bournemouth BH1 2AF
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    This shopping arcade, that’s located between Old Christchurch Road and Westover Road, is well worth poking your head into whilst exploring Bournemouth. Its domed glass ceiling, quaint hanging lamps and Victorian architecture are certainly a sight to see. You can buy unique gifts in the Fantastic Things Emporium, or you can have a leisurely browse around the Waterstones. Often you can find the very best of local Dorset traders taking up the central aisle pedalling wares from artwork to coffee.

Staying Safe in Bournemouth

Staying in a seaside town, safety might not be the first thing on your mind, but it’s still worth bearing in mind to make sure your trip runs smoothly. Here are our top six safety tips for stags staying safe in Bournemouth:

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Bournemouth is known for its beautiful seafront but take care around water when you are intoxicated

2

Make sure to move in groups, or twos, so no one is left on their own

3

Set up a group chat and put the accommodation you’re staying at in it, including any pass codes you may need

4

With the alcohol flowing freely you might get groups wanting to engage in conflict, make sure to not engage back

5

Pickpocketing isn’t especially rife but make sure you don’t put your valuables where thieves can get them easily just in case

6

Avoid parks/unlit areas at night

By following these basic safety tips, we’re sure you’ll have a smashing time in Bournemouth

Getting to Bournemouth

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This is handy if you’re coming from Scotland as it will take approx one hour twenty minutes compared to seven hours twenty minutes if you come by train. If you’re coming from Ireland, it’s best to fly to London then catch the train down to Bournemouth.

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Bournemouth also boasts fab railway links and has direct services to various locations around the UK such as London Waterloo, Southampton, and Birmingham. Coming from most places, it’s a case of changing in London then hopping on a Southwestern service to Bournemouth.

StationDuration
London Waterloo
WAT		2h
Cardiff
CDF		3h 30m
Leeds
LDS		4h 30m
Southampton
SOU		30m
Edinburgh Waverley
EDB		6h 50m
Birmingham New Street
BHM		3h 10m
Newcastle
NCL		5h 30m
Manchester Piccadilly
MAN		4h 45m
Bath
BAT		2h 30m
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Boasting great motorway links, Bournemouth is easily accessible from most places. If there are a group of you all travelling together it may be cost effective to drive and split petrol costs, but in some instances, it will be quicker to get the train.

Travel FromDistance (M)Duration
London1072h 25m
Leeds2625h
Newcastle3516h 35m
Edinburgh4578h 10m
Manchester2525h
Nottingham1933h 40m
Cardiff1582h 55m
Birmingham1633h 15m

Bournemouth Airport to City Centre

Bournemouth airport is about five miles outside of the town centre. You can travel to Bournemouth via bus or taxi.

ServiceApprox. Travel Time
BusThe bus takes around 45 minutes and you can catch it right at the airport.
TaxiTaxis to Bournemouth town centre takes around 20 minutes.

Getting Around Bournemouth

Being a town, Bournemouth is very walkable with Old Christchurch Road being approx 0.7 miles from the seafront, but there are bus services if you’re not in the mood for stretching your legs.

Average Prices in Bournemouth

We are down south, so it is a bit more pricey than northern cities like Liverpool and Newcastle, but hey at least it’s a bit cheaper than London.

  1. £4.50

    Average Price of a Pint - Rank #1

  2. £10

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  3. £9

    Average Price of a Takeaway Pizza - Rank #3

  4. £4

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Bournemouth Weather

If you’re staying in the UK for your last night of freedom, then Bournemouth is one of the best places to go weather-wise, known for boasting long sunny days in the summer.

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September is a pleasant month temperature wise and a bit quieter too with school starting again.

JAN

Weather icon for January8°C

FEB

Weather icon for February9°C

MAR

Weather icon for March11°C

APR

Weather icon for April14°C

MAY

Weather icon for May17°C

JUN

Weather icon for June20°C

JUL

Weather icon for July22°C

AUG

Weather icon for August22°C

SEP

Weather icon for September19°C

OCT

Weather icon for October15°C

NOV

Weather icon for November11°C

DEC

Weather icon for December9°C

Random Bournemouth Facts

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    Famous Writers

    JRR Tolkien, who wrote The Lord of the Rings, and Enid Blyton who wrote The Famous Five both lived in Bournemouth.

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    Ice Cream Crazy

    On average 750,00 ice creams are bought a year in Bournemouth, that’s 2,000 a day!

  3. Beach Huts - Rank #3

    Beach Huts

    Beach huts originated here with the first public beach hut opening in 1909. Hut a cool fact!

*We take pride in our work and all of the information in the guide was correct at the time of publication - 05/02/2025. Probably.

About the Author

A graduate in ‘Drama and Scriptwriting’, Hannah is a comedy nerd that loves to write, travel, party and try new things. She’s been to twenty of LNOF’s locations and is looking forward to visiting many more. Hannah has taken part in lots of activity testing with LNOF from beer bikes to axe throwing to escape rooms to go karting. She’s also stayed in many of LNOF’s accommodation options, so she knows what’s good. As well as copywriting, Hannah has had many plays produced professionally and has written/performed comedy sketches for BBC Newcastle. She also won the Hunter Davies Young Writers Award for her piece of travel writing.

Article Updated: 05/02/2025

Hannah Sowerby

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