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Christmas Drinks in Dorset

A night out with your work colleagues isn't something that happens very often which is why getting together for the Christmas is so special. Celebrate the success of the year and cheers to what 2024 will bring with some delicious festive beverages.

From a traditional glass of mulled wine, to an impressive snowball or a classic eggnog, your find the ultimate Christmas drink at one of these outstanding bars and pubs in Dorset.

We've rounded up all the best cocktail bars, gin bars and pubs in Dorset that offer sensational drinks so that you can guarantee your Christmas party in Poole.

Take a look below to see where you should head to for some festive drinks this Christmas in Dorset....

No.9 On The Green Café & Bakery

No.9 On The Green Café & Bakery

Where: Wimborne

About: Situated in Wimborne, No.9 on The Green is a warm and friendly café and bakery that offers a cosy spot for celebrating the festive season and enjoying some delicious beverages with your friends, family or colleagues.

Drinks Menu: Click here

Address: 2 Cook Row, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LB

Telephone: 01202 887765

How to book: Call 01202 887765, email 9onthegreen@gmail.com or visit their website here.

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temple

Temple Bar

Where: Ashley Cross, Poole

About: Visit Ashley Cross's Temple Bar and choose from an array of delightful drinks. Sip on a fun cocktail or a glass of sparkling wine to welcome in festive season or to celebrate Christmas surrounded by friends and loved ones!

Menus: View here.

Address: 18 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0ES

Telephone: 07925 836323

How to book: Book here.

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Jenkins & Sons Poole

Jenkins & Sons

Where: Penn Hill Avenue

About: Let the festive season begin with Christmas drinks at Jenkins & Sons Poole. They provide quality drinks, mouth-watering food and a great place to celebrate the success of the year.

With their drinks parties you can have private hire of a section of the bar, all you need to do is request if they have available dates/numbers.

You can then enjoy your own little space, a mouth-watering drinks menu and nibbles and of course their delicious food menu will also be available.

Drinks Menu: Click here

Address: Bank Chambers, 7-8 Penn Hill Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9NB

Telephone: 01202 746604

How to book: Email hello@jenkinssons.com, call or visit their website here.

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Drgnfly Pan-Asian Restaurant Poole

Drgnfly Pan-Asian Restaurant

Where: Ashley Cross

About: Make your Christmas celebrations extra special this year and treat you and your team to some top quality, world class cocktails.

Drgnfly Pan Asian Restaurant Poole is set in the heart of Ashley Cross and provides a spectacular selection of signature cocktails to captivate and thrill our senses.

We can guarantee you won't want to leave and you will certainly be back for more!

Drinks Menu: Click here

Address: Ashley Cross, 1 Bournemouth Rd, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0EF

Telephone: 01202 252133

How to book: Email info@drgnflygroup.co.uk, call or visit their website here.

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Pizzeria Valona

Pizzeria Valona

Where: Poole High Street

About: This family owned authentic Italian restaurant not only serves up impressive wood-fired pizzas but also has a divine selection of cocktails. From an aperol spirt, expresso martini to a lemoncelo spritz or a bellini, Pizzeria Valona certainly know how to wow you with their delicious concoctions.

Drinks Menu: Click here

Address: 12 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BP

Telephone: 01202 681780

How to book: To find out more about Pizzeria Valona please call 01202 681780.

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britannia

The Britannia

Where: Parkstone, Poole

About: The Britannia, located in Parkstone, Poole, hosts a dedicated draft and craft beers bar. If you are not the biggest beer fan then they also offer an extensive wine list and a great selection of cocktails, gins and spritzes! Expect to be greeted with classic, chic, comfy decor to offer the perfect location to both relax with your friends or party and celebrate the Christmas season!

Menu: View their drinks menu here, and their wine menu here.

Address: 20 Britannia Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 8BB

Telephone: 01202 402212

How to book: Visit here.

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Guildhall Tavern

Where: Poole Quay, Poole

About: This local seafood restaurant located by Poole Quay hosts a beautiful cocktail lounge from Mondays to Saturdays from 12:00-21:30! The cocktail list is similar to a ususal restaurants menu, but the bar manager will design any classics and bespoke cocktails to suit your specific tastes and favourite spirits. 

Either visit the cocktail bar for a fun night of festive drinks, or use it as a precursor to a delicious meal.

Menus: View wine menu here, view cocktail and spritz menu here.

Address: 15 Market Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1NB

Telephone: 01202 671717

How to book: Visit here.

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le bateau

Le Bateau

Where: Ashley Cross, Poole

About: Le Bateau offer a range of different drinks for you to select from. If you're wanting a lunchtime festive catchup with a friend then browse their coffee club menu! If you're wanting a more nighttime Christmas Drinking experience then browse their extensive menu of cocktails, spritzers, gins and wines. 

If you catch happy hour between 5-8 then enjoy any two spritzers for £12, or any two selected cocktails for £15.

Menus: View here.

Address: 141-143 Commercial Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0JD

Telephone: 01202 730263

How to book: Visit here.

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little pickle

Little Pickle at the Mill

Where: Wimborne, Dorset

About: This cute café nestled alongside the river can be found in Walford Mill Arts and Crafts Centre in Wimborne, just a brief walk away from the town square. Browse their drinks and food menu this festive period. In addition to the traditional hot drink favourites such as coffee, tea, and hot chocolate, they also showcase unique options, such as charcoal lattes and vanilla chais!

Menus: View here.

Address: Knobcrook Road, Stone Lane. Wimborne, BH21 1NL

Telephone: 07961 347721

How to book: No need to book!

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The Kings Head

Where: Poole, Dorset

About: Grab your Christmas celebratory drink at Poole's oldest standing pub! Keep an eye out on The Kings Head's Facebook page and try to line up your outting with one of their live music nights or quiz nights! They have a large variety of beers, ales and ciders to offer! 

Menus: View here.

Address: 6 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BP

Telephone: 01202 681150

How to book: Email thekingsheadpoole@aol.co.uk?subject=Bookings">thekingsheadpoole@aol.co.uk

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