welcome to chaplin’s

Award-winning entertainment 7 days a week.

Step into the lively heart of Boscombe and discover Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar, where vintage charm meets modern flair. Inspired by the iconic Charlie Chaplin, our whimsical bar brings the magic of his era to life—classic mischief with a contemporary twist. Just moments from the sun-soaked seafront and near the grand Victorian Royal Arcade, Chaplin’s is the pulse of Bournemouth’s social scene.

Whether you are here for live music, a casual drink, sumptuous dining in our Modern Times restaurant, delectable smoked delights from our Smokehouse or hand crafted rum in our Firehouse bar - we’ve got you covered.

We have something on every evening but here is a list of our regular events

  • Solid Air Acoustic Adventures

    On Mondays, the Cellar Bar is taken over by our resident sound engineer and promoter Conrad Barr for a night of talented singer/songwriters.

    From 9pm. Free entry!

  • Chess night

    Join us every Join us every Monday from 8PM for an epic chess night! Test your skills against challengers from all corners—it’s the ultimate showdown for casual players and seasoned strategists alike.

  • Romeo & Friends

    Every first Tuesday of the month the awesome Romeo Kennedy hosts and performs a night of chilled out live music in Chaplin's. Each event he is joined by some of the most talented, established and up and coming musicians around.

    From 9pm, Free entry.

  • Cherry Bomb

    The last Tuesday of each month it’s Cherry Bomb a female showcase and lovely evening for up and coming artists as well as the ones we know and love to show off their talents to us all. Hosted by Jessie Dixon

    From 8pm, Free Entry

  • open mic night

    We've been hosting the best open mic night for what feels like forever! Join us Wednesdays from 9PM and experience incredible talent from near and far—it’s a night you won’t want to miss.

    Free Entry

  • Rubber Soul

    Rubber Soul free Thursday showcase @ Boscombe's Cellar Bar hosted by Conrad Barr. Rubber Soul features up and coming acts from all genres showcasing their talents on our Cellar Bar stage.

    Onstage @ 9.30pm. Free Entry

  • quiz night

    Join us for our legendary interactive quiz night, held every second Thursday of the month! Packed with fun, excitement, and plenty of surprises, you could walk away with our grand monthly prize!

    £2 Per Person, Max team of 6

  • Mr Eversley Carribbean Sounds

    Every 2nd Sunday it’s Mr Eversley. Jorge is a singer, songwriter and percussionist originally from Cuba and will be singing original songs and covers from all the islands of the Caribbean...Come and party.

    From 9pm Free Entry

  • Charlie Farran Band

    Every third Sunday of the month our regular Jazz on Sunday sees The Charlie Farran Band take the Chaplin's stage, a Hammond Organ Driven Rhythm & Blues band, that also plays Funk, Blues and Jazz Music.

    From 9pm. Free entry