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Monday 11am - 9pm Tuesday 11am - 9pm Wednesday 11am - 9pm Thursday 11am - 10:30pm Friday 11am - 10:30pm Saturday 11am - 10:30pm Sunday 11am - 9pm

Nicholas James

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Cafe & Bar located in the heart of Ashely Cross
Cheese & Charcuterie | Cocktails & Wine

15/07/2026

⚽️ LIVE FOOTBALL, THE NICHOLAS JAMES WAY ⚽️

Enjoy all the excitement of live football without compromising on comfort or quality.

At Nicholas James Cafe & Bar, Ashley Cross, you can watch the biggest matches in cosy, stylish surroundings, with full table service, delicious food and a carefully selected drinks menu.

No crowded bar. No waiting for drinks. Simply book your table, sit back and enjoy the match.

⚽ Live football
🍽️ Quality food
🍷 Drinks served to your table
🛋️ Comfortable, cosy surroundings
📖 Table bookings available

Perfect for football fans who prefer a more relaxed matchday experience.

📍 Nicholas James Cafe & Bar, Ashley Cross

Book your table in advance to secure the best view.

14/07/2026

🎶 Live Music Thursday at Nicholas James Café & Bar 🎶

Join us this Thursday 16th July for an evening of fantastic live music with Nicole McNally.

From soulful acoustic favourites to feel-good classics, Nicole will set the perfect atmosphere for a relaxed evening with great food, handcrafted drinks and wonderful company.

🕡 Live from 6:30pm
📍 Nicholas James Café & Bar

Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks or simply to enjoy the music, we’d love to see you.

Reserve your table now to avoid missing out.

13/07/2026

Hospitality needs your support ❤️

Your favourite local pubs, restaurants, cafés and hotels are facing increasing pressure — and change is needed.

We believe 10% VAT is fair for hospitality.

Help protect local venues, support jobs, and keep our communities thriving.

Please take a moment to scan the QR code and sign the petition.

Every signature makes a difference.

12/07/2026

INDUSTRY SOCIAL MONDAYS 🖤✨

Mondays just got better at Nicholas James Café & Bar 🍸

Whether you work in hospitality, run a local business, create, connect or just love meeting new people — this night is for you.

Join us every Monday from 5pm until late for:
🥂 Happy Hour prices on beer, wine & Prosecco all night
🍹 2 for 1 cocktails
🥃 Shots 3 for £10

Good drinks. Great conversations. New connections.

Bring your team, meet the community & start the week the right way ✨

📍Nicholas James Café & Bar
Every Monday Night

11/07/2026

✨ Après Rosé season has arrived at Nicholas James ✨

Sunshine in a glass… introducing Après Provence Rosé 🌸

Born from the spirit of Sandbanks and crafted in the heart of Provence, this elegant rosé brings together coastal lifestyle and French winemaking. Crisp, refreshing and made for sharing. 🥂

Whether it’s a long lunch, after-work drinks or a summer evening with friends — this is your Après moment.

Available by the glass or bottle at Nicholas James 🍷

10/07/2026

🌿🎨 IMPORTANT UPDATE – NEW LOCATION! 🎨🌿

Our Plant Pot Painting Sip & Paint event on Saturday 11th July, 1–3pm has moved location!

Due to the hot weather, we want everyone to stay cool and comfortable, so we’ll now be hosting the workshop at Bank by Nicholas James – fully air conditioned ❄️

Enjoy an afternoon of creativity, good drinks & great company while painting your own plant pot. 🌱✨

🎨 Materials included
🥂 Drink included
💷 £25 per person

📍 NEW LOCATION:
Bank by Nicholas James
106 Penn Hill Avenue
Poole, BH14 9NA

This event is now sold out, check our other dates 🤍

09/07/2026

The perfect pairing for a slow evening. 🥃

Discover our carefully selected Davidoff cigar collection — crafted for those moments when you want to sit back, unwind and enjoy the finer things.

Pair with your favourite drink and enjoy the atmosphere at Nicholas James.

Luxury in the little details.

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07/07/2026

🎶 LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS ✨

Join us for an evening of great music, delicious sharing boards & your favourite drinks at Nicholas James Café & Bar 🥂

This Thursday we welcome the amazing Whitney Fall performing live from 6:30pm 🎤✨

Relax, unwind and enjoy the perfect midweek evening with us 💫

📅 Thursday 9th July
⏰ From 6:30pm
📍 Nicholas James Café & Bar, Ashley Cross

Great music • Good times • Everyone welcome 🤍

Address

32 Station Road, Ashley Cross
Poole
BH148UD

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 10:30pm
Friday	11am - 10:30pm
Saturday	11am - 10:30pm
Sunday	11am - 9pm

Website

https://nicholas-james.com/

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