December 28th 2023.
The annual London fireworks display is an event that many look forward to every year. Thousands of revellers gather to marvel at the light show, with many seeking out to the official viewing areas – available for £20 a ticket for 2024.
However, you don’t need to spend money to enjoy the pyrotechnics and drones, which reach up to 200m high, as you can see the spectacle from all over the city from free vantage points.
Millennium Bridge and Tower Bridge will be closed this year, but there are many other bridges around London where you can take in the views without spending a penny. Southwark Bridge, northeast of the ticketed area, is expected to be popular, so if you can’t get a spot here, head south of the river to Lambeth Bridge or Vauxhall Bridge for the next best thing. Victoria Embankment, Waterloo Bridge and Westminster Bridge can also provide decent views, but bear in mind with the latter, there’s no entry after 8pm.
The stretch between Cannon Street and Monument stations also offers a great vantage point, but you’ll need to get there early to secure a spot near the river. Primrose Hill and Parliament Hill, both north of the city, provide picturesque parklands with great views of the bangs and whizzes, while Greenwich Park, with its superb views of London from Point Hill, is slightly less manic than elsewhere in central London. Alexandra Palace is also a good bet for north Londoners wanting to avoid the crowds in the centre.
There are a few things to remember when you’re heading out to watch the fireworks. You’ll be unable to enter the official event without a ticket and there will be crowds and certain areas will be closed off if they’re too crowded. It’s also important to plan your journey before you head out as the Tube is no longer free and certain stations will be exit-only and trains may not stop at others after a certain time. Buses may be on diversion from early afternoon too, so check your route ahead of time.
It’s also essential to wrap up warm and wear something with a hood, since umbrellas aren’t the best option in a crowded area. And finally, those going to the fireworks are advised to pack light and take only what they need.
Whatever spot you choose for the New Year's Eve celebration, it’s sure to be an event to remember.
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