New Year's Eve 2008
Since 2003, London has celebrated New Year's Eve along the banks of the Thames. Following the chimes of Big Ben at midnight, a spectacular ten-minute fireworks display is fired from the London Eye, organised by the Mayor of London and renowned pyrotechnician Christophe Berthonneau.
If you are planning to see the fireworks or celebrate New Year’s Eve in central London, remember it’s one of the busiest nights of the year, with large crowds in the centre of town.
The fireworks display viewing areas have a limited capacity of 180,000 people and many bars, restaurants and clubs will be ticketed and require advance booking so we recommend that you plan your night ahead. However, you can also view the fireworks live on BBC One and if fireworks are not your thing, there is something for everyone this New Year’s Eve, with more traditional festive activities. Visit London has a comprehensive list of other events on www.visitlondon.com.
- Plan ahead
- Viewing the fireworks
- Transport information
- Safety advice
- Frequently asked questions
- About LG
- Media accreditation
- Press release: Mayor approves New Year’s Eve fireworks display to promote London around the world
