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24th November 2025

New Year’s Eve events near me 2025 | Essex

If you’re looking for New Years Eve events near me in Essex, then you’ve come to the right place. For many of us, new years is about giving thanks for the year we have had, while celebrating the one ahead! Whether you plan to get together with loved ones over a meal, celebrate over a quiet drink, or want to go all out and party, Burnham-on-Crouch and the surrounding area offers something for everyone!  

This week, the team at Burnham Waters takes a closer look at what new year’s eve celebrations are taking place in Burnham-on-Crouch and the local area.

New Years Eve events in Essex for 2025

The Ship Inn

If you’re looking for things to do in Burnham-on-Crouch this NYE, The Ship Inn have you covered! With a splendid four-course menu, and live music on offer.  Enjoy fine dining in a cosy setting this new year’s eve. 

Royal Corinthian Yacht Club

If you are looking for something a little more low-key, why not try the  Royal Corinthian Yacht Club and their 'nearly new year’s eve' dinner. Enjoy a special bistro menu served from 6-8pm and you'll be finished and on your way home by 9pm!

They are offering a two-course set menu for £29.50 per person.

Pantomime

One of our favourite things to do in Burnham-on-Crouch is to immerse ourselves in local theatre! Just a short drive away in the city of Chelmsford is The Chelmsford Theatre, and this year for their annual pantomime, they are showing Aladdin.

While the show will not run on New Year’s Eve, they are still taking bookings for 30th and New Year’s Day.  A great family-friendly occasion to share with loved ones.

County Hotel

If you are looking for a quiet evening where you can  simply enjoy good food and good company, then the County Hotel, in Chelmsford, could be for you. They are offering a special four-course meal, priced at £97.50 per person. There are sittings available from 6pm - 8:30pm – so book today to ensure you don’t miss out!

Stoke by Nayland Resort

If you are looking for a bit of glamour this New Years Eve in Essex  then the Stoke by Nayland Resort in Colchester could be for you! Why not secure a ticket for their New Year's Eve Black Tie Gala Ball, which will run between 7pm and 1am. They also have a two-night break offer available.

The event costs £130 per person and includes:

  • Champagne and canapés on arrival
  • Sumptuous four-course dinner
  • Live music from the It's Fete Function Band
  • Bagpiper at midnight
  • Fireworks display (weather permitting)

The two night package includes tickets to the New Year’s Eve Gala Ball, a full English breakfast each morning, a three-course dinner on the second night of your stay, plus complimentary access to the pool, steam room and jacuzzi (at selected times). Prices are from £345 per person.

Down Hall

A little further to travel if you live locally in Burnham-on-Crouch but Down Hall in Hatfield Heath is offering a black-tie event to remember this New Year’s Eve!  

The event, priced at £195 per person, will commence with a champagne reception and canapes, followed by a delicious five-course meal. Music will be provided by a singer and piano duo, Gary and Kelly Winter.  

After dinner, you are invited to dance like nobody’s watching with music from their resident DJ and saxophonist until 1am.

Tempted? Why not take a look at the evening’s menu – with delicious mains such as beef wellington or seared halibut, followed by dessert, a cheese board PLUS coffee and petit fours. Explore the menu here.

Get in touch

As you can see, if you have been searching new year’s events near me in Essex, there’s lots going on in Burnham-on-Crouch and the surrounding area for 2025! If you’re thinking of planning your next chapter in Burnham-on-Crouch, at Burnham Waters, we are a luxury retirement village offering a beautiful selection of new homes, as well as a thriving and inclusive new community.  

We have homes ready to move in to and show homes available to view – so why not pay us a visit? Our sales suite is open daily, 10am-3pm.

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If you’d like to hear more, simply call our friendly sales team today on 01621 861559, or you can email us at info@burnhamwaters.co.uk. Don’t forget to scroll to the bottom of our home page and sign up to our newsletter for all the latest news on our community. We look forward to hearing from you!

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