The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns
25-27 Stourwood Avenue, Bournemouth · Hotel
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A pub-hotel on Stourwood Avenue in Bournemouth, minutes from Boscombe Pier and the coastal path, with 8 rooms and free parking.
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About The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns
Stourwood Avenue sits within easy reach of Boscombe Pier and Bournemouth's coastal paths, and The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns makes the most of that position, offering a relaxed base for exploring the seafront and surrounding attractions. Free on-site parking is included, which is a welcome bonus this close to the coast.
The hotel has 8 rooms spread across two floors, all en-suite, with family rooms available and drinks provided in the room. Free WiFi is standard throughout. Downstairs, the restaurant and bar are the real focus, serving generous plates including Sunday roasts and signature pies alongside a broad drinks selection. Breakfast is available each morning, and the garden and outdoor seating area add a relaxed spot for warmer days, with dogs welcome throughout.
The atmosphere leans lively, with live music featuring regularly, and staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive, even if service can slow down at busier times. Beyond the pub, the area offers walking routes, watersports, golf and fishing nearby, plus further pubs and restaurants within easy reach. The property also functions as a wedding venue for those wanting a coastal-adjacent celebration.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Restaurant looks pretty run down from outside but nicer inside. My husband had lamb shank Sunday roast and I had the vegetarian Wellington roast, plus we shared a bottle of wine. Food was tasty and good value at under £60. The place was busy (book ahead) but staff were quick and attentive. Only criticism is my wellington pastry was overcooked but as I was only eating the inside of it (am on a diet right now) it was fine. Would recommend.
5 months ago · via Google
Very good value for the money. Great lamb shank and roast dinner. Definitely would recommend. Staff so friendly
3 months ago · via Google
Pleasant establishment on cliff road. Lots of seating, indoors and outdoors. We came for Sunday lunch. Lots of empty reserved tables. We were there for about an hour and a half and most of those reserved tables of stayed empty. Roast beef was tough. This place used to have a large varied menu but it has shrunk considerably. The quality of the food was OK, but again has decreased from years past. Staff is friendly.
10 months ago · via Google
Arrived for Sunday lunch, it's a busy place but managed to find a table, 1 turkey roast, 1 turkey & beef roast, 2 drinks, 2 deserts just under £55, one of the drinks a passion fruit spritz cocktail, as it was flat and not very nice the bar staff changed. With the turkey roast you get 2 slices of turkey and some very nice veg, with the turkey & beef a slice of each, for me the beef was a bit fatty. Both deserts were lovely with proper custard. Overall really quite nice perhaps the only observation I'd make is the gravy, cauliflower, cranberry jelly & horseradish all came in ramekins served on the plate which took up a bit of room on the plate.
a year ago · via Google
People say this pub offers delicious and plentiful food, including popular options like Sunday roasts and signature pies, with a wide selection of drinks. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, great value, and a lively atmosphere, often with live music and dog-friendly seating.
Some reviews mention the service can be slow.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 25-27 Stourwood Avenue, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 3PW Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- 25-27 Stourwood Avenue, Bournemouth
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Bournemouth