As Christmas Day approaches many of us will be going on work events or night outs and might be looking for a few places for a nice drink in the BCP area.

Therefore we've had a look at some of the best-rated places for cocktails in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole based on Tripadvisor rankings.

All the venues included on this list have a minimum rating on Tripadvisor of 4/5.

Best places for cocktails in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Ojo Rojo

Address: 106 Commercial Road The Triangle, Bournemouth BH2 5LR

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 943 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "One of my favourite restaurants in Bournemouth! Food is great love the tacos and nachos. The cocktails are fab really well made - my favourite being margaritas of course! Service is always brilliant, waitresses are so helpful/attentive."

1812 Bar and Restaurant

Address: Exeter Road, Bournemouth BH2 5AG

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 856 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Last night was our first visit to this bar for ourselves and friends.
We were very impressed with the premises, great ambience, awesome cocktails and superb music.

"Elin and the staff of 1812 Bar were very accommodating, gave great service and we look forward to our next visit there."

Neo Restaurant

Address: Exeter Road, Bournemouth BH2 5AH

Tripadvisor rating:  4.5/5 (from 1,539 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "I popped into NEO with friends for a quick pint. After a short conversation with a very polite and funny bartender (Przemek), I was convinced to order a round of cocktails; this was the best idea ever. Przemek made a round of old-fashioned for us, and we loved it. Highly recommended place to go."

Jenkins and Sons

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

Tripadvisor rating: 4/5 (from 422 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "Good all-round experience. Excellent cocktail list and well mixed. Food - great gastro option all well cooked and well sourced. Staff very attentive and welcoming. Full and vibrant atmosphere."

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Dirty Gerties Gin Parlour

Address: 11 Castle Street, Christchurch BH23 1DP

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5 (from 71 reviews)

One reviewer wrote: "An amazing place with great staff. Very friendly and without doubt my favourite venue in Christchurch. Visited both evenings I was staying in Christchurch. Cocktails were spot on. Great time and many thanks for your hospitality."