THREE pubs in the BCP area have been named as finalists for categories in the Great British Pub Awards 2024.
Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar in Bournemouth, Bermuda Triangle Pub in Poole and The Barking Cat Alehouse were nominated.
The Great British Pub Awards said: "After receiving an incredible number of entries for this year's Great British Pub Awards, we've whittled it down to the very best the nation has to offer."
The full list of finalists can be seen on the Great British Pub Awards website here.
What were the BCP pubs nominated for?
Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar was nominated in the Best Pub for Entertainment category alongside establishments such as The Phoenix Arts Club in London and Dunes Complex in Mablethorpe.
Meanwhile, Bermuda Triangle Pub and The Barking Cat Alehouse were both nominated in the Best Pub for Beer category.
In terms of how they've been received by punters, Chaplin's & The Cellar Bar has earned a 4.6/5 score on Google Reviews from 2,031 ratings.
One person posted: "It was such a lovely place, the food was amazing and the music was phenomenal. The staff were very friendly and helpful."
Meanwhile, Bermuda Triangle Pub has a score of 4.5/5 from 621 ratings on Google Reviews.
One person wrote: "A proper pub with good atmosphere. Always busy and that is for good reason.
"With the amount of trendy bars and coffee shops in Ashley Cross a little wander up Parr street you will find true genuine friendly locals. Good vibes are a definite here."
Alongside that, The Barking Cat Alehouse has earned a score of 4.8/5 on Google Reviews from 435 ratings.
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One customer shared: "The best bar in BCP, with a fantastic range of real ales, ciders and even a couple of decent pilsner lagers, all at reasonable prices.
"A nice quirk is being able to order a Chinese takeaway which the bar staff deliver to your table. This is a great bar to meet up and enjoy a night out with friends."
The Great British Pub Awards 2024 will take place on Tuesday, September 17 at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester.
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