London's NYE firework tickets on sale - how to buy

News imageGetty Images Fireworks burst across the night sky behind the illuminated Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) and the Houses of Parliament in central London. Blue, purple and gold fireworks fill the background, while the clock faces glow brightly above dark silhouettes of surrounding buildings.Getty Images
Many millions around the world tune in each year on TV and online

The first batch of tickets for London's New Year's Eve fireworks display go on sale at midday, with about 100,000 people expected to attend the annual event on the banks of the River Thames.

The display will begin after Big Ben strikes midnight, with fireworks and light projections illuminating the sky around the London Eye.

Ticket prices for Londoners will remain at £20 or £35, depending on the viewing area. For people living outside the capital, tickets will cost £40 or £55.

City Hall warned that only tickets bought from the authorised outlet Ticketmaster will be accepted. A smaller final batch of tickets will be released later in the year.

The event is being organised by City Hall with support from the Met Police, Transport for London (TfL), councils and emergency services.

City Hall said the show would reflect on the year, and end with the a traditional sing-along of of Auld Lang Syne.

News imageGetty Images A large fireworks display lights up the night sky around the London Eye on the River Thames in London. Red, white and pink fireworks explode above the landmark, with smoke and colourful reflections visible on the water in the foreground.Getty Images
The surroundings will be split up into multiple viewing areas

Mayor of London Lord Sadiq Khan said: "Nowhere in the world brings in the new year like London.

"Every year our unique display of fireworks, lighting and music showcases the very best of the capital, with around 100,000 people lining the Thames and millions more watching around the world.

"Demand for tickets is always high, so I encourage anyone hoping to attend to buy theirs as soon as possible to avoid missing out."

Ticket prices

  • Blue, Pink and White areas: £35 for Londoners and £55 for visitors
  • Red, Green and Orange areas: £20 for Londoners and £40 for visitors

Viewing areas

  • Blue: Victoria Embankment, from Westminster Bridge to Golden Jubilee Footbridge
  • Pink: Waterloo Bridge
  • White: Westminster Bridge
  • Red: Victoria Embankment, from Golden Jubilee Footbridge to Temple Avenue
  • Green: Area behind the London Eye
  • Orange (accessible viewing area): Albert Embankment, beside St Thomas' Hospital

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