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The Bear
Wareham | 01929 288150
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The heart of  The Bear, where a warm welcome always awaits. A place to celebrate, recuperate, meet friends or just be.

A selection of  teas and coffees are always available together with a wide
choice of ales, ciders & handpicked wines, all designed to be enjoyed by themselves or to pair beautifully with our menus. Also, it’s home to our legendry hand crafted cocktails.

In case you needed reminding, cocktail happy hour is daily between 4 and 6pm.

Cocktails
Paddington £10.50 Our classic cocktail with Blood Orange gin and marmalade, grapefruit juice, dash of ginger wine and topped with lemonade.
Pina Colada £9.50 Aluna coconut rum, coconut milk & pineapple juice.
Bloody Mary £9.50 A unique savoury cocktail with a true multi flavour of sweet, salty, umami and spicy.
Passion Fruit Martini £10.50 Alluring favourite, packed with fruity flavours, vanilla notes and vodka.
Mai Tai £9.50 Delicious blend of white and golden rum,
with a sweet and fruity twist.
Disaronno Sour £9.50 The perfect balance of sweet and sour. Almond aromas and citrus in a glass.
Espresso Martini £10.50 The ultimate pick you up & calm you down. Black Cow vodka, Conker cold brew, simple syrup and a shot of espresso.
Dry Martini £10.00 The perfect martini…vermouth and gin. Shaken, not stirred.
Mojito £9.50 A classic crowd favourite, the concoction of mint, lime and white rum topped with soda. Choices of classic, strawberry, passionfruit, lychee or mango.
Old Fashioned £9.50 A rich, complex blend of flavours with a hint of sweetness. Whiskey, a trace of citrus and a satisfying smooth finish.
Margarita £10.50 Tequila, Cointreau & lime.
(If you are feeling adventurous ask for the spicy option).
Aperol Spritz £9.50 Light and refreshing, with a bittersweet aromatic taste. Perfect for a summer’s day.
Negroni £10.50 Classic, bittersweet cocktail made with equal parts gin, campari and sweet vermouth.
White Russian £10.00 Conker coffee liquor, Black Cow vodka and double cream. A Dorset variation on an all-time classic.
HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY
4PM - 6PM

Two of the same cocktails FOR £14
Hand-Crafted Cocktails (0% Alcohol)
0% Paddington £7.50 Our signature cocktail, reworked withoutthe alcohol. 0% orange gin, marmalade and grapefruit juice, topped with sparkling lemonade — bright, zesty and unmistakably Paddington.
Cub Colada £7.50 Pineapple, coconut milk & coconut syrup, shaken over ice. A smooth, alcohol-free take on a tropical favourite.
Rose Spritz £7.50 0% pink gin and 0% Prosecco. Bursting with botanical notes, delicate berries, and floral fizz—refreshing, alcohol-free twist on a classic spritz.
Dorset Cooler £7.50 A light, citrusy cooler with your choice of flavour— lychee, passionfruit, mango or strawberry. Fresh, zesty, and finished with soda for sparkles.
HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY
4PM - 6PM

Two of the same cocktails FOR £14
Draught Ales
Campden Pale Ale 4%
Estrella Damm 4.5%
Birra Moretti
Purbeck Gold Cider 4.8%
Guiness 4.2%
A wide selection of Guest Ales available. Please ask for details
White Wines
Guide: 1=Dry / 9=Sweet
Sereno Catarratto Pinot Grigio*, Italy -  2 This delicious wine has a light citrus aroma which leads to a mixture of juicy fruits and just a hint of vanilla on the palate.
Jarrah Wood Chardonnay*, Australia -  2 Fresh and well balanced, this fruit driven Chardonnay has plenty of tropical fruit flavours of melons and peach with rich aromas.
Louis Eschenauer Sauvignon Blanc*, France -  1 Pale yellow with green highlights and a clean expressive nose of tropical fruit, crisp and refreshing.
Te Aka Sauvignon Blanc*, New Zealand -  1 Apple-green hue with pungent aromas of guava and melon interlaced with tomato leaf and ripe nettle greens. Shows all the hallmarks of Marlborough and its benchmark varietal, Sauvignon Blanc.
Foncastel Picpoul de Pinet*, France -  2 Crisp and dry on the palate with additional notes of peach and melon, there is a backbone of intense minerality and a zippy, clean acidity that work together to deliver a long refreshing finish.
Franschhoek Cellar Chenin Blanc , South Africa - 3 A purity of bright citrus fruit aromas with a fleshy intensity of peach, nectarine and honeysuckle giving a rounded richness and blossoming freshness.
Dr Loosen Bros Riesling, Germany - 3 Fresh and light with the classic Mosel raciness, it shows citrus fruits such as grapefruit and lime with mineral notes and a touch of spritz on the finish.
Entreflores Albarino, Spain - 2 Elegant, very rich palate, fleshy and well structured. Fresh and acidic mid-palate highlights subtle varietal character, enhanced by some fruity notes. Fresh and intense finish.
*These wines are available as 125ml, 175ml, 250ml or bottle
Red Wines
Guide: A = Light / E = Full Bodied
Luna Azul Merlot*, Chile - B This attractive Merlot displays varietal aromas of cassis and liquorice. The palate is fleshy and mouth filling with flavours of plum, sweet spice and a hint of chocolate.
Jarrah Wood Shiraz*, Australia - C This classic Australian Shiraz is packed with ripe cherry and raspberry flavours with a pepper spice finish.
Club de Campo Malbec*, Argentina - D  Beautiful ruby colour with aromas of redcurrants, cherries, plums and a hint of spice. A fresh and fruity wine.
Pinot Noir Vin de France – Patriarche*, France - B Trendy grape varietal that has a youthful red colour. The palate is rich and mouth filling with the red fruit aromas carrying through to the finish.
Recantos de Lisboa Reserva Tinto , Portugal - C This Reserva red wine has a wonderful nose, harmoniously blended on the palate. Intense red fruits are accompanied by delicate spice aromas. It is soft but full-bodied, with a persistent finish.
Primitivo Maestro Puglia IGT, Italy - D Full and round with soft sweet tannins, hints of fruit compote.
Syrah Passi Neri, Italy - C
Dark cherry colour with bramble fruit aromas. The spicy flavours melt into the warming wealth of blackberries on the palate.
Full and round with soft sweet tannins, hints of fruit compote.
Bodegas Ugalde Jolaseta Rioja Reserva, Spain - D
Clean and bright cherry red. On the nose, intense fruit is accompanied by toasted aromas of toffee and vanilla. On the palate, full, velvety and well balanced.
*These wines are available as 125ml, 175ml, 250ml or bottle
Rosé Wines
Guide: 1=Dry / 9=Sweet
Sereno Catarratto Pinot Grigio*, Italy -  2 This attractive Merlot displays varietal aromas of cassis and liquorice. The palate is fleshy and mouth filling with flavours of plum, sweet spice and a hint of chocolate.
Charlie Zin - White Zinfandel*, USA -  4 Fruity and fresh with a very pleasant mouth feel. A gorgeous rosé laden by red fruit and hints of delicate spices. Rich in flavour with an elegant and harmonious after taste.
Quinson Provence Rose*, France -  2 A dreamy soft pink colour. Elegant and fine flavoured red berries with a hint of spice. Lots of finesse, a truly delightful wine.
*These wines are available as 125ml, 175ml, 250ml or bottle
Sparkling Wines
Artigianale Organic Prosecco Naturally fermented and unfiltered, this artisanal Prosecco offers crisp notes of green apple and pear with a dry, refreshing finish. Rustic, lively, and full of character. Available by the glass.
English Oak Engelman Cuvee A refined English sparkling wine with elegant notes of citrus, green apple, and brioche. Made in the traditional method, it delivers fine bubbles, balanced acidity, and a crisp, sophisticated finish.
English Oak Chinkapin Rose A vibrant English sparkling rosé with delicate notes of wild strawberry, raspberry, and rose petals. Crafted in the traditional method, it offers fine bubbles, a dry finish, and elegant, summery charm.
Champagne De Saint-Gall Le Tradition Premier Cru A wine of marvellous balance, this Champagne is a delicious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Its appearance is an enticing golden colour, and it is expressive and refined on the palate with a hint of vinosity. Available as ½ bottle or bottle.
Bollinger Brut Special This wine shows incredible smooth and creamy fruit with an elegance and finesse equalled by very few other Champagnes.

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EARLY EATS MENU - Available Mon - Sat from 5pm to 6pm

A small, delicious, great-value menu with something for everyone.

• 4 of our most popular dishes – just £15 each
• Children’s menu – £9.95, including a squash drink
• Homemade cakes or ice cream for dessert

Book or pop in, place your order between 5 and 6pm and vacate the table by 7pm. It’s perfect for a pre- or post-cinema bite, a post beach treat—or even to dodge the traffic! By the time you leave, the roads will be clearer, and everything will feel that little bit better.

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