Bear's Bar & Venue

We're excited to welcome Bristol-based Alt-Rock three piece to our Bar Stage for the very first time!

"sounding like Queens of The Stone Age breaking Royal Blood out of jail!" - Loudwire

This is gonna be a sensational evening, bar will be open as usual so get down and secure a spot! 🔥

FRI 15TH MARCH - 8PM - FREE ENTRY

Tonight from 7PM, with Billy James Vocalist!

Come and catch our regular onslaught of local talent, plus some wicked cool headliners! 🎤

Acoustic Sessions returns for the last date of February, headlining this one we have Sam Eccles (of Rhinefield fame) and Kris Pearce 🎶

Our usual onslaught of local talent to follow, as always hosted by the ever wonderful Billy James Vocalist!

7PM - FREE ENTRY

It doesn't have to be just for Dry January, so for when you don't want a good night to end in a hangover... we have you covered!

IN STOCK NOW, we have Kopparberg Alcohol Free in Mixed Fruit or Strawberry and Lime flavours, just as sweet as the real deal! 🍓🍎

Alongside ERDINGER Weissbräu Alcohol Free isotonic drink! A refreshing malty alternative for those who don't have a sweet tooth!

Welcoming back Morass Of Molasses to the bar stage at the end of March!

Last seen this way on a blinding headline slot last year, Morass of Molasses bring 'Enough bowel quaking low-end to fill another Sabbath album' - Kerrang. Sounds tasty, right?!

Mark your calendars folks, this is gonna be one hell of a night! 🔥

FREE ENTRY - 8PM - 29TH MARCH

+ SUPPORT TBA / See below for event info!

Acoustic Sessions returns for the last date of February, headlining this one we have Sam Eccles (of Rhinefield fame) and Kris Pearce 🎶

Our usual onslaught of local talent to follow, as always hosted by the ever wonderful Billy James Vocalist!

7PM - FREE ENTRY

✨TONIGHT on The Bar Stage✨

As part of their February Weekender we welcome back Salisbury’s very own Indie groovesters, Charmtype!
Last seen this way opening for Mikey Ball & The Company last year!

With support from AMILLS and Corellian!

FREE ENTRY - 8PM

✨ Holy Moly did we find the GOLD! ✨

Patron XO CAFE is a gorgeous 35% abv. coffee liqueur that is smooth, silky and delectably sumptuous!

This stuff is so incredibly hard to come by these days... but we dug around for some, just for you

You will NOT find this around anywhere else, and we will only be stocking it for a limited time!

When it's gone, it's gone 🕣 xo

Tonight on the BAR STAGE!

We have The Losing Score taking to Bear's Bar Stage for the first time in association with Lifeboat Promotions 🔥

Alongside support from: Buds / Cause For Control / Dan Mundy

6:30PM - Till 10PM ~ FREE ENTRY

Stoked to announce that prog-rock act 🔥 Codex Serafini 🔥 will be supporting on our Alice in Chains UK gig!

Remember this is FREE ENTRY as it's on the Bar Stage, so pop down early to grab a good spot! Bar will be open as usual 💕

🥩 MEET WITH MEAT! 🍗

Have you checked out Bendys Beast Feast latest video yet?!

Bendy meets up with the lovely local talents in South Of Salem to chat about all things music, touring and escapades from the last four years.

This episode was also filmed in our First Floor lounge area at Bear's Bar & Venue, what a great way to showcase the space. Thanks to Bendy for having us in mind, and we can't wait to see what comes next on the channel!

Check out the episode below, or find more at Bendy's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/Bendys Beast Feast 🐻

Bendy's Meet with Meat with South Of Salem, Full interview and Demolition of 4.5KG of Brisket. Thank you to for taking part in this epic interview where we cooked them a 4.5KG Brisket and between 4 of them they Smashed the whole thing!Kod...

❤️🖤Stuck for something to do today❤️🖤 ?

🥀We'll be you're Valentine with our bloody Valentine shots. 🥀

£3 each or share with someone special with our 2 for £5 offer.

🎼 I'm a Crepe... I'm a Weir-dough...🎼

Rock on down and try our Pancake Shot for a limited time only!😍

£3 each or 2 for £5; available at the bar 🥳

TONIGHT!
We welcome back Bone Idol to the bar stage, for their first show with us of 2024!

The best covers, the best vibe, come on down and party with us!

FREE ENTRY - 9PM

This is your reminder that Acoustic Sessions is happening again TONIGHT!

7PM on the Bar Stage, hosted by the ever lovely Billy James Vocalist 🎶

Come down and check out the fantastic array of local talent!

Acoustic Sessions hosted by Billy James Vocalist returns this Thursday (8TH) at 7PM, on our Bar Stage!

Headliner this week is Brother Louis, followed by a whole host of usual talent, so be sure to come on down and grab a space and a pint! 💃🕺

Acoustic Sessions hosted by Billy James Vocalist returns this Thursday (8TH) at 7PM, on our Bar Stage!

Headliner this week is Brother Louis, followed by a whole host of usual talent, so be sure to come on down and grab a space and a pint! 💃🕺

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 📆

Very excited to announce that Alice in Chains UK will be returning to the bar stage Saturday 2nd March!

We know how much you all loved them last time, and this time we have some killer support to come along with it 🔥

+ SUPPORT TBA

FREE ENTRY - 6PM - BAR STAGE

Here's you reminder that we have the amazing talent that is Rhiannon Hill, performing on our Bar Stage tonight! (Free Entry, as always)

Well known for her time on The Voice, Rhiannon is a showcase of talent - usually specialising in Americana and Southern rock tunes! 😎

9PM - BAR STAGE - FREE ENTRY

Here's a little taster of what you're in for tonight, get your b***y down and save yourself a seat:

Kira Mac's 'Nothing Else Matters' | Blind Auditions | The Voice UK 2022 Kira Mac performs 'Nothing Else Matters' by Metallica in week 5 of The Voice UK 2022 Blind Auditions!Watch Full Episodes on The ITV Hub: http://entslink.itv....

We treat you well don't we? Another great show for you this weekend 🔥

We will be hosting the talented Rhiannon Hill, of Kira Mac/The Voice fame, to our stage THIS FRIDAY February 2nd!

Southern rock singer-songwriter, Rhiannon Hill is well known for her captivating performances and incredible vocal talent!
Showcasing a whole range of Western-style and Americana tunes, starting around 9PM!

So be sure to come down, secure yourself a seat and see for yourself!

FREE ENTRY - BAR STAGE - 9PM

Stoked to announce that we have Salisbury's own Indie outfit Charmtype returning to our Bar Stage - 24th Feb, as part of their February Weekender!

Last seen in town supporting Mikey Ball & The Company last year, Charmtype are back to brighten up your Saturday; blending mellow and fun tunes with an upbeat twist!

☀️☀️☀️

FREE ENTRY - BAR STAGE

TGIF! 🥳

Well that's the January stretch over and done with!

How is everyone celebrating the first payday weekend of 2024?! 🔥

Just as a reminder we do have some gigs that may tickle your fancy over on BEAR CAVE Gig Page, or why not ask about our flavoured vodka shots, and other drinks offers at the bar!

🥳 Quick soppy post alert!

We'd just like to wish our dear friend and beloved promoter James Choff a very HUUUUGE congratulations on winning his OMA Award for Best Promoter in Dorset!

Choff has put on some huge shows for us; Gnome, Weedeater and Conjurer (just to name a few!) - not only were these sell out shows, but occasionally a matinee was added due to popular demand!

We couldn't continue to be who we are as a venue and a community without these incredible contributions, and we thank you from the depths of our fluffy little hearts 🐻💜

The party never stops though.
Choff still has some amazing shows yet to take place with us! Come down and check out Nick Oliveri's Death Acoustic on March 24th, or if you want something a little heavier, how about Conan on March 21st?!

Thank you again brother, and congratulations. Well deserved - Team BBV x

Anyone heading out to the South Of Salem O2 Academy show tonight?!

We are hosting you all and letting the good times roll, right here at Bear's Bar & Venue, till the early hours!

see you at the bar 🦇🖤🐻

🦇🖤TONIGHT💙🦇

800+ sold. Biggest headline and stage show to date. InMe very special guests.

Still some room left, get in now as it will be more expensive on the door! https://www.seetickets.com/event/south-of-salem/o2-academy-bournemouth/2815398

Support our grass roots venues and get your pre drinks in at Chaplin's and head to Bear's Bar & Venue afterwards to party!

Let’s goooo 🎉🎉🎉

THIS THURSDAY

Acoustic Sessions returns for the first sesh of 2024!
Hosted by the wonderful Billy James Vocalist from 7PM ✨

This weeks headliner will be Roxanne Phillips, followed by a whole plethora of local talent 🎤

Free Entry as always, take the chill off and soak in the cozy vibes with us 🐻

We heard you have a sweet tooth?! 🦷

Next time you're down, why not sample one of our Corky's Sour Raspberry Schnapps or Blueberry Schnapps.. OR our Au Vodka Bubblegum flavoured Vodka!
Both pair lovely with lemonade, or go really well as a shot!

Just ask at the bar! 🍹

Who's a Sprucey Goosey?! ✨

We're back OPEN at our usual hours today, so come on down and peep the new decor and take the chill off!

Just as a reminder, our opening times are:

12PM - 2AM Sun-Weds
12PM - 4AM Thurs-Sat

Who missed us? Cause we've been missin' you guys 🐻💜

🛠 ANNOUNCEMENT 🛠

We're feeling the onset of an early springtime spruce... well a wintertime spruce...

So, we will be closed for renovation and refurb alike from JAN 1ST to JAN 8TH!
We appreciate your patience whilst we get things up together for you and can't wait to greet you properly in the new year with our freshened faces 🐻

Team BBV x

🎉 NEW YEAR’S EVE 🎉

*£5 ENTRY after 10PM!

Our own resident Cactus Jack will be DJing us into 2024 with some of the biggest hits and the tastiest tunes 🎶🎵

with a *FREE SHOT at MIDNIGHT, it’s worth ducking out of the wind and rain for!!

We’d love to see all your faces before January hits 🐻 x

We hope you've all enjoyed the holiday period, and recovered from the mountain of festive foods and jollies!

Tonight we have our last Acoustic Session of THE YEAR!
No better way to ease back into a weekend of rolling festivities, than with some lovely local talent, hosted by the ever wonderful Billy James Vocalist 🥳

Kicking off from 7PM as usual, still free entry too 🐻

Looking for a cozy winter warmer, that’s a little different to your usual pick of poison? 🎅🏻

Well… we are now serving MULLED WINE!
Mulled by our very own in-house elves, we’re sure you’ll enjoy it just as much as we do! ❤️