In order to get the most out of New Year’s Eve, you have to get planning weeks in advance. The last thing you want is the morning of December 31st rolling around and you’re yet to know exactly what you’re doing. Which is why we’ve prepared early and rounded up the very best events happening in and around London. 
From mega set menus and disco balls to London’s legendary fireworks display, read on to find out how to spend the BEST NYE in the capital.

New Year’s Eve Spectacular at Southbank Centre

Countdown to the new year in style at the Southbank Centre. Their dazzling annual celebration is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever. 
Now in its tenth year, you’re invited to party through the decades at their one-of-a-kind unforgettable night, complete with a front-row seat to London’s legendary New Year’s Eve fireworks display. 
The world-famous Royal Festival Hall is set to impress with five floors worth of festivities. Expect music from the 1920s all the way through to the present day from live bands, dance classes, fine dining and street food options, and mesmerising views of London’s fireworks. 
There are five ticket options available, with early bird tickets now on sale. Choose the one that suits you and your pals. You’ll be able to pick your decade, dress to impress and join in for a night of entertainment and elegance.

SOUTHBANK CENTRE, BELVEDERE ROAD, SE1 8XX
WWW.SOUTHBANKCENTRE.CO.UK

The London New Year’s Eve Ball at Evolution London

Bring in the new year in the city that never sleeps and book yourself in for an all-inclusive New York New Year’s Eve party right in the heart of Battersea Park. 
Dust the snow from your coat and step into the fun and revelry of New York (without the hefty plane fare). This immersive ball will see you experiencing the best of NYC, from the infamous Wu’s to the Carnegie Deli, complete with jaw-dropping acts, live music, top London DJs, a four-course banquet and dodgems.
Expect to be dining on the finest food and wines, while taking in all of the sights and sounds that surround you. This is the immersive NYE evening you won’t want to miss. 
Plus, The Handbook readers get an exclusive 10% off! All you need to do is quote HANDBOOK10 when making your booking.

EVOLUTION LONDON, CHELSEA GATE ENTRANCE, BATTERSEA PARK, QUEENSTOWN ROAD, SW11 4NJ
WWW.LONDONNEWYEARSEVEBALL.CO.UK

Ballie Ballerson
Channel your inner big kid and spend your NYE diving headfirst into Ballie Ballerson’s legendary ball pit. They have a few packages on offer, whether you’re looking to head here to kick off your night or you fancy staying out somewhere late-late. 
Expect plenty to be bedazzled by glitter artists, dancing to music from live DJs and partying into the night thanks to their happy hour deals.
97-113 CURTAIN ROAD, EC2A 3BS
WWW.BALLIEBALLERSON.COM

Shangri-La The Shard, London

For New Year’s Eve 2022, Shangri-La The Shard, London welcomes guests to end the year with a look into the future at Sky Lounge. With a satellite view over London’s skyline as fireworks burst into life across the city, level 34 of the Shard will be transformed into a space-age party from a futuristic galaxy.
Explore and discover surprise performances, a glowing face paint station and a karaoke room. Sky Lounge will host a five-piece band and live DJ from midnight.
31 ST THOMAS STREET, SE1 9QU
WWW.SHANGRI-LA.COM

One Aldwych

Start the evening at One Aldwych in the heart of it all and cheers to the new year in style. Head chef Dominic Teague has crafted a very special evening that’s destined to be a triumph to the senses. 
Expect canapés served with a glass of Billecart-Salmon Champagne before tucking into John Ross smoked salmon with crispy potato, Exmoor caviar and confit lemon; seared Gigha halibut with crab mousse, saffron and sea aster; loin of Highland venison with parsnip, cèps and chocolate jus; and a dessert of coconut parfait with lime caramel and rum-roasted pineapple. 

1 ALDWYCH, WC2B 4BZ
WWW.ONEALDWYCH.COM

Corinthia London
Corinthia London will be putting on a show to remember this NYE. Over at The Northall, you can book in for two dinners, whether you want an early dinner before you head out the watch the fireworks or a late dinner to cheers to the new year in style. 
The menus vary slightly, but you can expect dishes such as pressing of black leg chicken and celeriac with baby leeks, hazelnut and warm brioche; winter black truffle risotto; grilled Dover sole with salsify, almond, romanesco and lobster bisque; and coconut crème brûlée. There’s even a children’s option for both sittings too.

At Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, you can look forward to a rotisserie mixed grill ‘to share’ packed with a 28-day Himalayan salt-aged ribeye, Cotswold lamb cutlet and kofte, suckling pig loin and Creedy Carver duck breast and honey-glazed crispy leg. All served with chips, gravy, béarnaise sauce, stuffed grilled tomato, truffle-roasted king oyster mushroom and winter salad. 
Party into the night and head down to Velvet, their new Champagne and cocktail bar, to toast to the new year ahead.
WHITEHALL PLACE, SW1A 2BD
WWW.CORINTHIA.COM

Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill
Bring in the new year with Bentley’s signature style – think plenty of Champagne, oysters and an indulgent feast conjured up by chef Nick and his team. 
Dishes include a selection of canapés, including baked Orkney scallop with apple and caviar; lobster raviolo with ceps; Bentley’s smoked salmon with crumpet, seaweed butter and pickled cucumber; burrata; and roasted veal sweetbread. Enjoy mains of Glenarm beef fillet with foie gras, truffle and Madeira sauce or baked wild mushroom pithivier with calcott and Belper Knolle. Save room for pud and tuck into a classic rum baba with blood orange. 
Whether it’s early-evening oysters and fizz before you head to a party, or you’re spending the night upstairs with good company, a good time is bound to be had.
11-15 SWALLOW STREET, W1B 4DG
WWW.BENTLEYS.ORG

Proud Embankment
When a party goes on until 4am, you know it’s a good’un. Proud Embankment will be putting on the party of the year and it comes in the form of a masquerade ball.
Don your finest threads for an evening of decadence and indulgence. You can opt for a three-, five-course menu or 10-course tasting menu, all while soaking up their line-up of award-winning acrobats, fierce fire breathers, and astonishing aerialists. Be prepared to be amazed. This is an unforgettable night.
8 VICTORIA EMBANKMENT, WC2R 2AB
WWW.PROUDCABARET.COM

The Lanesborough Grill

Live out your Regency dreams at The Lanesborough Grill this New Year’s. The new flagship modern British restaurant by acclaimed executive chef Shay Cooper will be serving up a stunning five-course dinner to match the immaculate surroundings. 
Set under the domed glass roof with a glittering chandelier, the evening will unfold with dishes such as Scottish langoustine tartare, Devonshire ruby red beef fillet, and vanilla mille-feuille. Tickets also include a complimentary glass of Champagne. 
A live band will be performing, and there’s even a small dance floor you can boogie on once dinner’s finished.

HYDE PARK CORNER, SW1X 7TA
WWW.OETKERCOLLECTION.COM

The Richmond Club
Join in on the biggest celebration of the year as The Richmond Club hosts their New Year’s Eve Gatsby Party. Promised to be a thrilling night of live jazz music, carefully curated cocktails, fine champagne, and delicious food, this is a great opportunity to get dressed up in your finest sequined dresses and sharp suits to bring in the new year in style.
If you are not yet a member of The Richmond Club, don’t worry as this event is also open to guests.
This event is yet to go on sale, however, you can register your interest by emailing events@therichmondclub.uk
115-117 KEW RD, RICHMOND TW9 2PN
WWW.THERICHMONDCLUB.UK

Bocconcino
From fire breathers to acrobats and dancers, Bocconcino is throwing an epic NYE Venetian masquerade ball this year. 
Taking inspiration from the masked balls at Venice’s carnival, this New Year’s Eve, the Italian restaurant will celebrate elitist intrigues, hidden identities and mysterious misfits. Spend the night sipping Champagne, dining on delicious Italian dishes and being entertained by the live performers in front of you.

Their ground floor will make way for two dinner seatings (an early and a late), while their lower ground floor will be transformed into the ball area.

19 BERKELEY STREET, MAYFAIR, W1J 8ED
WWW.BOCCONCINORESTAURANT.CO.UK

The London Cabaret Club
It wouldn’t be NYE without a bit of glamour, and the London Cabaret Club is putting together a night that Jay Gatsby would approve of. 
Head back to 1920s America, the era of bootleg liquor, red-hot jazz and hedonistic pleasures. Their grand Art Deco Ballroom will be given a makeover, complete with an opulent set menu and lavish entertainment.
VICTORIA HOUSE, BLOOMSBURY SQUARE, HOLBORN, WC1B 4DA
WWW.THELONDONCABARETCLUB.COM

Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay
For a more sophisticated evening, look to the Savoy Grill. Set within the iconic Savoy Hotel, you can look forward to an incredible six-course tasting menu created by world-class chefs. 
Expect dishes such as vadouvan spiced Orkney scallop served with Delica pumpkin and Oscietra caviar; and butter-poached wild turbot with verjus beurre blanc. 
The dinner will be accompanied by a live harpist providing the perfect ambience for an evening of incredible food and fine wines to raise a glass to the new year.
THE SAVOY, 100 STRAND, WC2R 0EZ
WWW.GORDONRAMSAYRESTAURANTS.COM

Corrigan’s Mayfair
Decadence is the order of the day at Corrigan’s Mayfair. Chef Luke and his team have dreamt up a fantastic evening of fine dining, as well as wonderful drinks and wine pairings from their sommeliers and exquisite live music in Dickie’s Bar.  
Whether joining them for a full feast or stopping by for a few pre-party-prandials, Corrigan’s Mayfair is the place to toast your successes of the year and welcome new beginnings.
28 UPPER GROSVENOR STREET, MAYFAIR, W1K 7EH
WWW.CORRIGANSMAYFAIR.CO.UK

Daffodil Mulligan
With a tasting menu like no other, spend your New Year’s Eve with Daffodil Mulligan this year. With fire scallops, baked Dover sole and venison on the menu, this is the perfect opportunity to kick off 2023 like only the Irish can! 
Head downstairs after the meal to party the night away at Gibney’s Bar, who’ll be pouring Champagne and Guinness into the early hours.

70-74 CITY ROAD, SHOREDITCH, EC1Y 2BJ
WWW.DAFFODILMULLIGAN.COM

The Chesterfield Mayfair
Toast to the New Year in the most stylish of ways with The Chesterfield Mayfair’s New Year’s Eve dinner, an exceptional celebration shared over the finest of cuisine. The menu is yet to be announced, but we just know it’ll feature traditional favourites. 
If you’re more after afternoon tea, they offer an NYE take on their festive afternoon tea. Available on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
35 CHARLES STREET, MAYFAIR, W1J 5EB
WWW.CHESTERFIELDMAYFAIR.COM

Birch
Just 40 minutes from London Liverpool Street you’ll find the finest place to spend the night. We’re talking late-night DJ sets headlined by Hot Chip’s Joe Goddard, a dedicated glam squad, a two-night package stay, private bookable parties, seven-course tasting menu and a whole lot more.
Feeling more like a festival than a hotel, Birch is set within 55 sweeping acres of green space, and their parties are legendary. Book into Birch’s flagship restaurant, The Zebra Riding Club, for a seven-course tasting treat or get glammed up by their free Glam Squad before heading for a night of dancing to DJ sets.

LIEUTENANT ELLIS WAY, CHESHUNT, EN7 5HW
WWW.BIRCHCOMMUNITY.COM

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