The best places in the UK for New Year’s Eve celebrations
The UK has some incredible places to see in the new year, with a wide range of events and traditions that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you want to dance the night away, find some solitude or watch a dramatic fireworks display, you’ll find places across the UK to tick those boxes.
Here’s a few places we’ve experienced the new year and think are well worth visiting.
St Ives, Cornwall
One of the most well-known places to see in the new year, St Ives is always busy for new year’s. The town will be alive with people in fancy dress, with a theme that is set out in advance. There’s a vibe of ‘street party’ and the fireworks really do add to the whole atmosphere and experience.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Scotland’s capital really knows how to celebrate new year and Hogmanay. Thousands come to the city for new year’s eve, unfazed by those chilly Scottish temperatures, they are more focused on music, events, entertainment and fireworks.
The festivities actually last for three days, including a torchlight procession the night before and then the Loony Dook New Years Day swim in the River Fourth on New Years Day.
London
The celebrations in London are on the grand scale, with options for every taste. Whether you are after cocktail soirees and luxury river cruises or exciting street party celebrations with friends and family, the capital does not disappoint.
See in the new year with Big Ben and then watch the magnificent fireworks light up the sky over the Thames at Victoria Embankment and the South Bank.
The Lake District
An option for those looking to avoid a big shindig and parties.
The Lake District will be a place to replace fireworks with log burners. The perfect location for an intimate and romantic new year’s eve, find yourself a cosy cottage and see in the new year on your own, more sedate terms.
Although, Cumbrian towns like Keswick will provide a party option, or you could catch fireworks with the family at Bowness-on-Windermere.
Start the new year the right way too, with plenty of lakes for a dip or peaks to climb.
The Cotswolds
An option for those looking to avoid a big shindig and parties.
The Lake District will be a place to replace fireworks with log burners. The perfect location for an intimate and romantic new year’s eve, find yourself a cosy cottage and see in the new year on your own, more sedate terms.
Although, Cumbrian towns like Keswick will provide a party option, or you could catch fireworks with the family at Bowness-on-Windermere.
Start the new year the right way too, with plenty of lakes for a dip or peaks to climb.
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