Bournemouth’s nightlife is getting a big Alpine makeover this spring, as NEOS Hospitality confirm they’re bringing their après-ski themed party bar, Barbara’s Bier Haus, to Old Christchurch Road. From Vodka Shots to Steins The site, formerly home to Vodka Revolution until its sudden closure in April 2024, is now set for a £1.5 million refurbishment. Once the dust settles, Barbara’s will arrive with its signature Bavarian vibe – think big steins of beer, ski-lodge décor, and plenty of party atmosphere. If all goes to plan, doors will reopen at the end of March 2025, just in time for Bournemouth’s spring and summer crowds. NEOS Keeps Growing This latest move takes NEOS’s portfolio up to 19 venues nationwide, with Bournemouth already...

Bodmin Moor is one of those places that takes your breath away before you’ve even thought about your first pint. The wide skies, granite tors and rolling mist make it feel wild and untamed. But tucked away across this rugged landscape are pubs and breweries that have been keeping walkers, travellers, and the occasional smuggler refreshed for centuries. On my latest wander across the moor, I ducked into a few of them – and what I found was a mix of history, hearty hospitality, and some brilliant Cornish ales. Jamaica Inn – Smugglers and Stories No trip to Bodmin Moor feels complete without a stop at Jamaica Inn, the coaching house turned world-famous pub that’s as famous...