Where to dine in Dorset on New Year's Eve

Celebrate the Holidays at The Coconut Tree - Christmas Lunch & Dinner

Location: Bournemouth

About: Whether you're arranging a Christmas get-together with family, friends, or workmates this year; or a delicious Sri Lanken dinner to call in 2025, get booking now to guarantee the tastiest of times.

Guest Ratings & Reviews: 4/5

Availability for Christmas Lunch & Dinner: Throughout November & December 2025

Price Options for Christmas Lunch/Dinner:

• Santa Lanka, lunchime menu - £20
• Christmassive in the Island, all day menu - £35pp
• Yule Not Regret It, all day menu - £45pp

Christmas Menu Details: Click here

Contact & Booking Info: Pre-booking is recommended. Call 01202 292343 to book.

Nearby Car Parking & Directions: 

• Madeira Road Multi-Storey Car Park BH1 1QQ: 24-hour parking, 382 spaces, 0.2 miles from The Coconut Tree
• Bournemouth International Centre Car Park: 0.3 miles away, ample spaces for short or long stays
• NCP Car Park – Exeter Road BH2 5AQ: 0.4 miles away, short and long-term parking available

Nearby Hotels & Accommodation: Several hotels are within walking distance of The Coconut Tree, including Hotel Miramar, The Grove Hotel, Marsham Court Hotel, The Green House, and Roundhouse Hotel - all less than 2 miles away.

Address & Directions: 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1JU

Map showing the location of The Coconut Tree, a festive Bournemouth venue for Christmas lunch, dinner, and seasonal celebrations.

NYE at Rhinefield House

About: Celebrate in elegant surroundings and make this New Year one to remember at Rhinefield House. Join them either for the NYE event, or for a one or two night break. 

• New Year’s Eve

Spend the day exploring the grounds and local area, before joining in for a cocktail reception to start the celebrations. Indulge in a three course menu and bring in the New Year with a glass of Champagne at Midnight.

• New Year’s Day

A traditional breakfast will be served on New Year’s Day to provide a relaxed start to the year before your departure.

Prices:

• NYE Celebrations only £190
• One night break £675 per room
• Two night break £1,085 per room

Address: Rhinefield Rd, Brockenhurst SO42 7QB

Telephone: 01590 622922

Drgnfly Pan-Asian Restaurant

About: Party 2025 away at Drgnfly Pan-Asian! They're hosting an exceptional New Year's Eve party. You'll be treated to a delicious four-course festive set menu starting at 4pm, including a glass on Chandon upon arrival! Later in the night, from 8.30pm, you'll enjoy a set from their DJ!

Address: Ashley Cross, 1 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0EF

Telephone: 01202 252133

Price and Menu: TBC, view their menu here.

Da Vinci's New Years Eve Gala Party

About: Ring in the New Year in true Italian style. Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant will be opening their doors on New Year's Eve for their Gala Party! Enjoy a 3 course meal plus a glass of Franciacorta, with a live DJ after 23:45!

Price: £70

Address: 7 The Quay, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HJ

Telephone: 01202 667528

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NYE at Guildhall Tavern

Where: Poole

About: On New Years Eve Guildhall Tavern will be serving a full a la carte menu from 12pm - 5pm, their New Years Eve menu is being finalized and will be served from 7.30pm onwards.

Due to the high demand, bookings are not available online. Instead, to book a table or if you would like more information, please call the restaurant on 01202 671717 or alternatively email events@guildhalltavern.co.uk

Menu: Click here

Address: 15, Market Street, Poole, BH15 1NB

Telephone: 01202 671717

West Cliff Hotel

About: Welcome 2025 in style at Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel this New Year’s Eve. Start the evening with a welcoming glass of Buck’s Fizz, followed by a four- course gala dinner and then dance into the New Year with our live cabaret and disco.

Address: Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5JS

Telephone: 01202 751000 

Price: £90pp

New Years Eve Peaky Blinders Themed Gala Ball

About: This New Year’s Eve, The Greyhound Inn invites you to step into the world of Birmingham’s infamous Peaky Blinders and celebrate the arrival of 2025 in true 1920s style. Guests are encouraged to don their sharpest 1920s gangster or flapper attire and get ready for an evening filled with luxury, entertainment, and a touch of intrigue.

• Enjoy a multi-course set menu inspired by 1920s flavors with a modern twist.
• Enjoy 1920s jazz music, capturing the essence of speakeasies and vintage glamour.
• Themed entertainment includes a fortune teller and a Charleston dance-off with fabulous prizes for the best-dressed attendees, so wear your finest 1920s attire.
• At 10:00 pm, the Garrison Speakeasy and Dance Hall opens for a silent disco with three music channels: Electro Swing, Northern Soul, and 70s Disco.

Address: The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham, BH20 5EZ

Telephone: 01929 480205

Price: £25-£75

New Years Eve Dinner at The Old Thatch

Where: Wimborne

About: Journey into the New Year on a luxurious and indulgent 5 course meal, expertly curated by a team of chefs! With locally sourced & prepped ingredients, this menu will truly showcase what The Old Thatch is capable of. Afterwards, join in for a New Years Eve party, with a live band inside from 10pm to get you moving and grooving into the New Year!

Price: TBC

Menu: Click here

Address: 285 Wimborne Road, Wimborne, Dorset

Telephone: 01202 406779

New Year's Eve at Goods Yard

Where: Broadstone

About: The Goods Yard have got a jam packed New Years Eve coming up for you to ring in the New Year in style! Join them for our 5 course meal with their bespoke New Years menu before the party starts with a DJ, cocktails, shots, wines, Prosecco & more to keep the fun going until late!

Price: TBC

Menu: Click here

Address: 14 Station Approach, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8AX

Telephone: 01202 694400

Isabel's Brasserie

About: Head over to Isabel's Brasserie for a night of delicious food and live music to welcome in 2025! Either start off your NYE celebrations at Isabel's Brasserie with a mouthwatering three course meal, or spend the whole night endulging in their food and dancing to great live tunes.

Live entertainment on the night from Paul Walker, Nicole McNally and Ken Dee.

To book, contact at 01202 747885

Address: 127-129 Penn Hill Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9LY

Telephone: 01202 747885

Prices: 

• Early dining, before the entertainment - 17:30-19:00 for £85pp
• Canapes, cocktails, three course meal and entertainment - 20:30-01:00 for £125

Menu: View here.