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Nusara Thai
Where: Christchurch, Poole, Wimborne and Westbourne
About: Looking for something a little different to see out 2026? Nusara Thai is a great choice for a New Year’s Eve meal, serving authentic Thai cuisine from original family recipes, all freshly made in house.
Branded as a Thai fire kitchen, it holds a Thai Select two star rating, awarded by the Royal Thai Government for authentic Thai flavour. With sharing plates, curries, noodle dishes and chef’s specials, it’s an easy pick for a group of friends or family who want big flavours and a relaxed start to the night.
Dorset
BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION - NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA DINNER & DANCE 2026
About: Welcome 2027 in style at Bournemouth Pavilion Ballroom with a glamorous New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Dance. Enjoy an evening of delicious food, live music and dancing in a beautiful setting, perfect for celebrating with friends and family.
Guests will be welcomed with a drink before sitting down to enjoy a four-course dinner, followed by coffee and petit fours. Live entertainment comes from The Boogie Bumpers, a seven-piece swing and jazz band, with a DJ taking over afterwards to keep the celebrations going into the New Year.
Date: Thursday 31 December 2026.
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with dinner served at 7:30pm.
Price: £86 per person.
Food & Drinks: Welcome drink, four-course dinner, coffee and petit fours.
Entertainment: Live music from The Boogie Bumpers, followed by a DJ.
Dress Code: Smart casual.
Age Restriction: 18+ only.
Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Ballroom, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2BU.
Booking: Tickets available online. Advance booking recommended.
THE PRIORY WAREHAM – NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA DINNER 2026
About: Welcome the New Year in style at The Priory Wareham with an elegant celebration featuring fine dining, live piano music and special entertainment. Set in the beautiful surroundings of this historic hotel, it's a lovely choice for a memorable New Year's Eve celebration.
Guests can enjoy pre-dinner drinks and canapés in the Drawing Room and Cloisters Bar, accompanied by resident pianist Julie Lewis performing jazz and classical favourites. At 8pm, sit down to a spectacular five-course Gala Dinner prepared by Head Chef Stephan Guinebault, followed by close-up table magic throughout the evening. The celebrations conclude with a traditional midnight toast and a complimentary glass of Champagne.
Date: Thursday 31 December 2026.
Arrival: 7:15pm–7:30pm.
Dinner: 8pm.
Food & Drinks: Five-course Gala Dinner, pre-dinner drinks, canapés and a midnight Champagne toast.
Entertainment: Live piano music from Julie Lewis and close-up table magic.
New Year Stay: Accommodation packages are available between 30 December 2026 and 2 January 2027, with a minimum two-night stay.
Price: Contact the hotel for package pricing and availability.
Location: The Priory Hotel, Church Green, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4ND.
Booking: Call 01929 551666 or email reservations@priorywareham.co.uk.
Poole
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION AT DA VINCI'S, POOLE
About: Welcome 2027 with an Italian New Year's Eve celebration at Da Vinci's Ristorante Italiano in Poole. Enjoy a special three-course dinner featuring a choice of four starters, four main courses and four desserts, showcasing delicious Italian flavours and freshly prepared dishes.
Start with options including 36-month cured Parma ham with figs and goat cheese, homemade lobster and crab ravioli in a creamy brandy sauce, Portland scallops with chorizo and nduja, or a traditional Neapolitan potato cake.
For the main course, choose from slow-cooked lamb shanks with braised winter vegetables and red wine jus, homemade wild mushroom and porcini ravioli, fresh swordfish alla puttanesca, or duck breast with pink peppercorn and brandy sauce.
Finish with a delicious dessert, including Italian cheeses and biscuits, homemade lemon, pistachio and white chocolate tart, mirto gin sorbet or traditional zeppola di San Giuseppe filled with crème pâtissière and black cherry.
The evening celebrations continue with live DJ music starting at 10:30pm, making it a lovely way to welcome the New Year with great food and entertainment.
When: Thursday 31st December 2026
Where: Da Vinci's Ristorante Italiano, Poole, Dorset.
Tickets: £80 per person for a three-course dinner.
Entertainment: Live DJ music from 10:30pm.
Poole
NYE at Guildhall Tavern
Where: Poole
About: Celebrate New Year's Eve at Guildhall Tavern in the heart of Poole. The restaurant will be serving its full à la carte menu from 12pm to 5pm, followed by a special New Year's Eve dinner menu from 7.30pm onwards.
The New Year's Eve menu is currently being finalised, so guests are encouraged to contact the restaurant directly for further details. Whether you're planning an afternoon meal or a special evening dinner, Guildhall Tavern offers a lovely setting to enjoy good food and welcome the New Year.
Due to high demand, bookings are not available online. To reserve a table or find out more, please call the restaurant or email the events team.
Menu: 2026 New Year's Eve menu to be announced.
Address: 15 Market Street, Poole, BH15 1NB
Telephone: 01202 671717
Email: events@guildhalltavern.co.uk
Poole
New Year's Eve at Goods Yard
Where: Broadstone
About: Looking for somewhere cosy to enjoy a meal this New Year's Eve? Head to The Goods Yard in Broadstone for a relaxed pub atmosphere and a hearty meal. Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying dinner with family or simply looking for a welcoming place to spend the evening, The Goods Yard is a lovely spot to see out the year.
They'll be open as a normal pub, serving their usual food and drinks, so you can enjoy a relaxed evening without the fuss of a special event.
Date: Thursday 31st December 2026
Address: 14 Station Approach, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8AX
Telephone: 01202 694400
Wimborne
Enjoy a Cosy New Year's Eve Meal 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!
Location: Wimborne
About: Welcome the New Year with a relaxed meal at The Old Thatch, a welcoming country pub in Stapehill, between Wimborne and Ferndown. Known for its cosy surroundings, warm hospitality and delicious pub dining, it's a lovely place to enjoy a hearty meal with friends and family as the year comes to an end.
The pub serves a selection of elevated pub classics and seasonal specials, with fresh ingredients and a menu designed to bring people together around the table.
There is currently no separate New Year's Eve menu or special event announced, so contact the pub directly to check its usual menu and availability for the evening.
Date: Thursday 31st December 2026
Dining: Regular pub menu; New Year's Eve arrangements to be confirmed directly with the venue.
Address: 285 Wimborne Road West, Wimborne, Ferndown, BH21 7NW
Telephone: 01202 406779
Price: TBC
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Address: 285 Wimborne Rd W, Ferndown, Wimborne BH21 7NW
Telephone: 01202 406779