A BRAND new year is just around the corner, but how will you be celebrating?
Here’s what’s going on across the UK.
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London
Silent Disco – Secret Warehouse NYE Edition
- Where? Bermondsey
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 9 pm to 1 am
- Price – £20 – £40
A “cool secret warehouse” party with three DJs – so you can choose your own music for the evening.
A range of bars, with “reasonably priced drinks” on offer.
Reviews from last year say: “Amazing one of the best nights,” and: “Good tunes, fun vibes and a unique experience”.
Green Planet New Year’s Eve Party
- Where? Market Hall, West End
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 7 pm to 3 am
- Price – £20 – £525
The event is inspired by Sir David Attenborough’s Green Planet with an oasis-themed bar and a rooftop terrace.
The party features “animalistic servers and bartenders, sets from some of London’s best DJs and entertainment that will make you run wild”.
VIP group packages are pricey, but feature an all-night table and three bottles of bubbly to start of the new year right.
New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu at The Gun
- Where? Poplar, east London
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 6 pm to 1 am
- Price – £10 – £110
The swanky riverside restaurant invites guests to “wrap up 2019 with a touch of class.”
Enjoy a seven course tasting menu “spectacular” with chef Matt Colk and wine paired by “aficionado” Fabio Scarpa.
Reviews from last year say: “Amazing menu and fantastic service.”
7
Birmingham
Uprawr New Year’s Eve Rawring Twenties
- Where? The Asylum, Birmingham
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 10 pm
- Price – £11.37 – £19.46
Reign in the new decade like the Shelbys, complete with glitter, feather boas and sauve suits.
The event promises to throw a party “bigger than Gatsby could even dream of”.
Expect, Co2 guns, confetti cannons and balloons at midnight.
The Hare and Hounds – New Year’s Eve Carnival
- Where? Kingsheath
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 9 pm
- Price – £10
Experience three rooms of music as this unmissable Brummie venue, featuring Brum Tropicana, Tropical Soundclash and Milo Sadler.
The pub is favoured by locals and celebs alike, and will be their “biggest New Year’s Eve’s yet”.
The carnival will see an eclectic mix of Funk, Hip Hop, House, Latin and Soul to reign in the New Year in style.
- Where? Jewellery Quarter
- When? Tuesday, December 31, Evening
- Price – Affordable
The Best Pub 2014 – 2015 winner says: “Expect great music, lovely staff and delicious drinks as The Rose Villa Tavern opens its doors from day to night this New Year’s Eve.
“There will even be bespoke menus and specially selected drinks deals to add a touch of sparkle as you party into 2020.”
7
Glasgow
- Where? Shilling Brewing Co
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 7 pm – 3 pm
- Price – £40
See in the New Year with an incredible burlesque experience, with a “star-studded lineup of burlesque, magic, singers and much more.”
The price of your ticket also includes pizza, pie and whiskey.
Absurd Bird Glasgow – New Years Eve Extravaganza
- Where? City Centre
- When? 7 pm
- Price – £10 – £35
They say: “Get that Cowboy hat on as Absurd Bird is having the best Hootenanny this side of the Atlantic.
“Try something different this New Year with a good old country bash with live music from “Deep River”, who will be playing country classics all night long to bring us into 2020.”
From 7 pm, two courses and a bottle of prosecco of beer tower with three courses from 9 pm.
Street Party – Ashton Lane Hogmany Party at Ramen Dayo
- Where? Ashton Lane
- Price – £49
Spend the evening at an incredible street party with food and drinks included in the ticket.
Tuck into starters, katsu curry and prosecco as you dance the night away.
7
Manchester
Bowling – New Year’s Eve, 90s vs. 00s
- Where? Deansgate, All Star Lanes
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 7 pm – 2 am
- Price – £5
Ring in the New Year for a fiver with free fizz and an eclectic mix of nineties and naughties tunes.
You can expect live DJs and boozy bars while you bowl the night – and the decade away.
- Where? Bowlers Manchester
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 10 pm – 5 am
- Price – £TBC
Get ready to be dazzled at “the most colourful rave in Europe”.
Dress up in “hyper colours” for ” a night of mesmerising visuals and a kaleidoscope of colours”.
Expect DnB, Bass and Tech House.
New Year’s Eve Dinner At Peter Street Kitchen
- Where? Spinningfields
- When? Tuesday, December 31, with multiple start times
- Price – £85
They say: “From dinner dates to a big bash with mates, Peter Street Kitchen is the perfect place to welcome 2020.
“Expect a 4-course dining experience that showcases the best signature dishes, starting with canapés and a celebratory glass of Moët & Chandon Brut.”
7
Leeds
Seven Greek Street Social NYE Party
- Where? Greek St
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 9 pm – 2 am
- Price – £10+
Tickets will get you guaranteed entry along with a 20cl bottle of prosecco on arrival.
They say: “With a drinks menu stocked to the rafters with delicious cocktails, sumptuous wines and an eclectic mix of worldly beers, it seems unfair to label The Liquorist as anything other than a boozy emporium.
“Found on Greek Street, in the very heart of Leeds, this is an open, inviting venue that charms.”
- Where? Village Hotel Club (South Leeds)
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 7 pm – 1 am
- Price – £55
They say to expect the “ultimate house party this NYE”.
Festive Cocktail Masterclasses
- Where? Revolution Call Lane
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 12 pm – 8 pm
- Price – £TBC
They say: “Shaking things up once again, Revolution is on hand with a festive edition of their infamous cocktail masterclass”.
7
Edinburgh
- Where? Angels Share
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 9 pm – 3 am
- Price – £20+
They say: “Located just minutes away from Edinburgh Castle, Angels Share Hotel & Bar is hosting an all-night house party to welcome in 2020 in true Scottish style.
“Tickets start from only £20 and include a glass of bubbles on arrival as well as a live entertainment and a DJ spinning tracks throughout the night”.
Frankie’s Monster Birthday Bash
- Where? Bier Keller
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 8 pm – 3am
- Price – £8+
They say: “Get down to Frankenstein Bier Keller for a monster birthday bash that’ll see live DJs, special giveaways and cheap drinks all night long.
“Get your hands on tickets for less than a tenner and bespoke cocktails for just £6.”
- Where? Edinburgh Corn Exchange
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 8 pm – 2am
- Price – £25+
They say: “Sing in the bells at Massaoke, as you rock your way into 2020 with a karaoke celebration unlike any other.
“Tune your air guitar, warm your vocal chords and prepare for massive anthems from the 80’s right up to present day at this epic Hogmanay party.”
7
Dublin
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball
- Where? DTWO
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 8.30 pm – 3am
- Price – €10
They say: “Add a touch of Venetian elegance to your New Year’s Eve celebrations at Dtwo’s exclusive masquerade ball.
“Located in the heart of Portobello, tickets for this party include a free glass of fizz as well as live music and entertainment until the early hours”.
Fitzsimons Temple Bar New Year’s Eve Party
- Where? Temple Bar
- When? Tuesday, December 31, 8 pm – 3am
- Price – €15
They say: “One of Dublin’s most loved bars, Fitzsimons will be hosting a New Year’s Eve spectacular bursting with great music and even better craic.
“Spread over five floors, with different DJs in each room, whatever your music taste you’ll find yourself dancing straight through to the early hours.
“Select one of their exclusive drinks packages to toast to the New Year in style with a glass of Champagne”.
- Where? Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin
- When? 7.30 pm until late
- Price – €79
They say: “This year we are delighted to be partnering with Glendalough Distillery and 1783 Schweppes Tonic to bring you a New Year’s Eve Ball in Dublin like no other.
“Our concierge will greet you at the door, make your way down the red carpet to our pre function area and enjoy a Glendalough Distillery and 1783 Schweppes Tonic craft cocktail reception (gin & whiskey).”
Plus a four course meal, “immerse yourself in the flavours of our dishes that will bring the tastes of the Island to your plate with a modern twist.”
