Christmas at Bodega
Forget the blow-up Santas and the plastic tree. This December, Bodega swaps the usual trimmings for sherry and sharing boards, gathering friends, family and colleagues for the most epic Christmas parties on the coast.
Gather
There's a particular kind of magic to December at Bodega: the doors fogged up against the cold outside, jamón being carved at the bar, someone's cava glass topped up before they've noticed it's empty.
No naff decorations and no forced fun. Just office teams unwinding after a long year, old friends catching up properly for the first time in months and families finally sitting down together without anyone having to cook.
Plan ahead
Bodega is only closed on Christmas Day itself, when the team spends it with their own families. Every other day it's usual trading hours across both Christchurch and Southbourne.
12 Wick Lane, Christchurch, BH23 1HX
81 Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, BH6 3QR
Good to know
Yes. Bookings are taken for groups of all sizes throughout December, from small friend gatherings to large office parties. Tables are set up for sharing, so groups of eight or more are very welcome.
Yes. Corporate Christmas parties and work dos are hosted regularly, with set festive sharing menus designed for groups. Contact the events team to check availability and menu options.
Bodega is closed on Christmas Day so the team can spend it with their own families. Full opening hours for December, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year are listed above and confirmed nearer the time.
Yes, and different opening times can often be arranged to accommodate a specific event. Enquiries are welcome below, and the team is happy to help plan the perfect event. See the private hire page for more.
Yes, families are very welcome throughout December, including at weekends and in the run-up to Christmas, though there is no specific children's menu. Booking ahead is recommended as tables fill quickly in December.
Book online, call ahead, or drop the events team a line for group and party enquiries.
