Lauren Tabbron shares her favourite things to do in Manchester
Jess Astbury regales tales of festivities in warmer climates.
Whether you found yourself in a badly lit and overpriced pub or mourning your credibility after a stilted rendition of Auld Lang Syne with drunken relatives; make this year’s events represent the sparkling new you that you’re sure will emerge on the other side of 2007. Take a look at Getaway’s guide to four major cities across the UK for some inspiration in making this a night to remember.
Mainstream To avoid the foggy haze of discontent in the Big Smoke, make sure you don’t head towards Trafalgar Square. There’s nothing going on there this year. For spectacular fireworks, get yourself down to the South Bank overlooking the London Eye. Be sure to check out train times however and be aware of the large crowds. Getting stuck in London in the freezing cold is not a good start to the year. Embarrassingly, I should know. Clubs such as Ministry of Sound and Fabric will be very expensive and you’ll have to book tickets very soon. If you’re prepared to splash out, you’ll have a fantastic time in these well-known venues.
Alternative If you want a truly ‘interesting’ occasion, check this out: Torture Garden. Not for the faint hearted, this burlesque/fetish club looks to satisfy any desire for excitement and glamour. Make sure you know what you’re letting yourself in for however!
Mainstream For all you music lovers out there, Leeds is the place to be. This city of diversity has something for everyone. For a decent funky house night, check out Kissdafunk. For a more eclectic mix try MoveOnUp at the Park Plaza Hotel. From R’n’B to soul to reggae, you won’t be left wanting more.
Alternative For those who get their kicks to a more indie/rock scene, I probably don’t even need to inform you of The Cockpit. For dubstep fans, head down to the West Indian Centre in Chapeltown for a truly alternative New Year’s Eve.
There’s no point in dividing this city’s events into mainstream and alternative. If you’re lucky enough to be in Edinburgh over ‘Hogmanay’, the city’s street events are sufficient for most people. This year there are three stages of live music and fireworks to rival London’s London Eye display. For more information on this beautiful city’s events, download the official brochure PDF.
Mainstream I say ‘mainstream’ but I think you’ll have to look fairly hard to find somewhere in this exciting and original seaside city that could be given such a label. I have it on good authority that a decent night out should start on the pier where there is an array of bars to take your pick from. From here, take yourself to one of Brighton’s many clubs to dance the night away. Try the Funky Buddha Lounge’s ‘The Glitter and Gold ball’ for a night of house music from the club’s resident DJ Mike Pantelli.
Alternative For a night of debauchery get yourself to the HoneyClub Masque Ball. The theme is opulence and corruption which to me sounds like a good evening. Get [www.ticketweb.co.uk tickets] now. If you want to experience what Brighton does best however, why not try one of Brighton’s biggest gay venues, Revenge.
If you’re lucky enough to be in one of these major cities over the post-festive season, it would be a travesty not to drag your group of mates to a major event. Getting dressed up and seeing 2008 in with your closest friends: what better way to start a fantastic new year? Whatever you’re going to do to celebrate, make sure it’s one to remember.
What about York?
It says Lang not Land...
re: Mitch
Clearly, if you are in York, then you are not at one of the top four venues, which is what this article was about. Therefore why expect it to be covered in this article?
If you are in York it would seem you should get to Leeds... or alternatively, expect a less legendary night. Perhaps the willow?
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