Hive Beach Café closed Mon 12 January, reopening Sat 17 January

We're open through Christmas and New Year | View our festive opening times here

We're fully booked? Visit our sister site, The Club House, nearby

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At The Hive Beach Café, along with our two other sites — The Club House and The Watch House — we’re proud to host events throughout the year. These gatherings bring our community together to enjoy special culinary experiences, seasonal celebrations, and showcases of the best local Dorset produce.

Valentine's Day.

We'd love to see you and a friend or loved one join us for a platter of oysters or a sharing seafood platter for two at the Hive Beach Café on Saturday 14 February 2026 or Sunday 15 february 2026.

Our specials will be running during lunch hours and you can book in advance using the link below.

Burns Night.

Burns Night is a Scottish celebration held every year on January 25th to honour the life and work of Robert Burns (1759–1796) — Scotland’s national poet and one of the most famous literary figures in the English-speaking world.

Join us for Burns Supper at the Watch House Cafe in West Bay on Friday 23 January, where bagpiper Lewis Findlay will be performing, and a set 3 course menu will be served.

Crab sandwich with coleslaw and pickles on a white plate, placed on a wooden surface.

Bottomless Brunch.

Join us at The Watch House in West Bay for a delicious bottomless brunch, available Monday through Saturday from 11am-3pm. During your 90-minute reservation, you'll select a brunch dish of your choice and enjoy unlimited drinks.

£36.50 per person

Plated dish with roasted meat, vegetables, and gravy being poured over it.

Sunday Roast.

Join us at The Club House in West Bexington for our classic Sunday Roast, available every Sunday.

2 Courses - £20

3 Courses - £25

Cocktail with a red and white layer on a wooden surface

Happy Hour.

Join us at The Club House in West Bexington for Happy Hour every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5-6pm.

Enjoy selected drinks and cocktails with our special offer of 2 drinks for just £12-£15.

Private Dining Areas.

Enjoy your own exclusive beach hut overlooking the sea at The Club House, West Bexington. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon or evening by the coast, our huts offer a private space with stunning views just steps from the beach.

Each space features indoor and outdoor dining, and costs £50 to hire for 2.5 hours. The huts are booked in slots, with start times at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm.