New Year’s Eve Thames Fireworks on board The Wellington

Highlights
Celebrate the new year in style with stunning views of London's firework display

Enjoy delicious canapes served earlier on in the evening, and sandwiches served later

Welcome glass of fizz and another served at midnight

Enjoy live entertainment and a DJ during the evening

Enjoy the fantastic views and soak up the atmosphere of NYE in London

Description

Spend your NYE in one of the most loved cities, London! Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the fantastic scenery of London’s skyline, and the famous fireworks to see in the start of 2026.

Wellington vessel

HMS Wellington awaits you a short walk from Temple Station. It is an iconic feature on the River Thames since 1948. The ship is stately non-moving vessel, offering stunning views of the Thames from the upper deck.

Onboard you will be welcomed with a glass of fizz. Get your dancing shoes ready as there will be a DJ and entertainment throughout the evening. Keep an eye out for the showgirls and mirror-men!

Enjoy the canapes available on the night, offering an array of delicious options catering for all dietary requirements, sandwiches will also be served later on in the evening. There will also be a bar available where you can purchase additional drinks on the night.

When the clock approaches midnight, enjoy a glass of fizz and head to the upper deck where you’ll take prime position and enjoy spectacular sights of the capital’s world-famous New Year’s fireworks display as the lastminute.com London Eye. A truly memorable and spectacular way to see in 2025.

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Inclusions

Entrance to The Wellington
Cold canapes and sandwiches with all allergens catered for
Live musical entertainment on board throughout the duration of the event
Bar available on the night to purchase additional drinks
Welcome a glass of fizz and and one at midnight
Friendly staff on hand throughout the evening

Exclusions

Transportation to and from the vessel
Additional food/drinks (additional drinks can be purchased but you will not be able to purchase additional food on the night)

Schedule
Where: Temple Stairs, Victoria Embankment, London WC2R 2PN
When: From 7:45pm. Last entry at 9pm. No re-admission once you have boarded. 
Return Point: 1am
Food Service: Available until 10:30pm

Additional Information

Due to anticipated road closures on 31st December 2025, all guests are required to wear a wristband in order to access blocked areas and reach the designated meeting point.

You may collect your wristband through one of the following options:

1.    Golden Tours Baker Street Visitor Centre (Highly recommended)

Location: 144 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5PH

Dates: From 27th December – 30th December (ONLY)

Hours: 8am to 6pm

2.    Strand Palace Hotel

Location: 372 Strand, London WC2R 0JJ

Date: On the 31st December (ONLY)

Hours: 3pm to 7:30pm

Please visit the Golden Tours desk opposite the reception.

The Strand Palace Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the pier. To reach the hotel, we recommend taking the tube to Covent Garden Station, which

is outside the closure zone, and then walking to the hotel.

Roads may close early in preparation for the fireworks display. Please check road closures on www.tfl.gov.uk before you travel.

Golden Tours Representatives will be on hand when arriving

Dress to impress! No trainers.

A valid ID must be presented when purchasing alcohol.

This event is for 21+ years only and you might be required to show ID if requested, failure to show ID will result in you being refused entry on the night, and no refunds will be given in this instance.

The vessel remains stationary throughout the evening and offers great views of the fireworks

Please be aware that luggage and large bags of any type will not be allowed onboard

The best viewing point will be on the upper deck

Cancellations and amendments are no longer available.