Be At One occupies a spot on Richmond Hill, tucked right on the edge of Bournemouth Square in the heart of the town centre. It’s part of a national cocktail bar chain, so the format will be familiar to anyone who’s visited a branch elsewhere - but this one plugs straight into Bournemouth’s central nightlife strip, making it a convenient stop for anyone starting or ending an evening around the Square.
The bar
Inside, the space leans into booth seating built for groups rather than solo drinkers, and the whole setup is geared toward a lively, later-in-the-evening crowd rather than a quiet daytime pint. It opens in the afternoon or early evening depending on the day and stays open into the early hours on Fridays and Saturdays, which fits its role as a pre-club or celebration venue as much as an after-work stop.
Drinks and food
The cocktail list is the main draw, running past 100 drinks that mix familiar classic-style serves with the bar’s own named creations. Mocktails sit alongside the alcoholic menu for anyone who’d rather skip the alcohol, and there’s draught beer and simple bar snacks for those who want something plainer. The standout, though, is the daily happy hour: 2-for-1 cocktails and £5 spirit and mixer serves, plus a discounted £6 cocktail rate for students who show a valid card. Groups can also book one of the venue’s cocktail masterclasses if they want a more structured session rather than just ordering from the list.
Where it is
Richmond Hill sits right against Bournemouth Square, putting the bar within a short walk of the town centre’s main shopping streets and transport connections. It’s a central, easy-to-find location rather than a hidden-away spot, which suits its role as a stop on a wider night out rather than a standalone destination pub.
Good to know
Opening times shift across the week - expect a later start and earlier finish midweek and on Sunday, with longer hours Friday and Saturday - so it’s worth checking current times before heading over, especially around the happy hour window. Wi-Fi is available on site, and the venue is set up primarily for groups and evening visits rather than daytime or family use.