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    Sapele NYE Dinner & Thames Cruise London 2026 – Intimate Boat Party with Fireworks

    NYE Dinner at Restaurant + Cruise
    Welcome 2027 aboard the charming Sapele! Enjoy a 3-course dinner and intimate Thames cruise with live music, cash bar & prime views of London’s fireworks.
    About this activity
    Dinner
    Doggett’s Coat and Badge 5pm
    Boarding
    Bankside Pier 9:00pm
    Entertainment
    Live music on-board
    Type of Experience
    Family-friendly: children aged 2 and up
    Duration
    Approx. 4 hours
    Description

    Welcome 2027 in style aboard the Sapele New Year’s Eve Thames Dinner & Cruise with Fireworks!

    Your evening begins with a delicious three-course dinner at Doggett’s Coat and Badge, the iconic riverside pub, before setting sail for an unforgettable night on the Thames.

    Once on board, enjoy a fully stocked cash bar, live music entertainment, and the festive atmosphere as you cruise past London’s illuminated landmarks.

    Board at Bankside Pier at 9:00 PM and celebrate all night until 1:45 AM. As the clock strikes midnight, you’ll be treated to prime views of London’s world-famous fireworks over the Thames, with the London Eye lit up in a dazzling light show.

    With fantastic spaces, music and dancing, panoramic city views, and a vibrant New Year’s Eve energy, the Sapele Dinner & Cruise is the ultimate way to welcome 2027!

    Click here to view the dinner menu

    What you’ll do
    • Experience a one-of-a-kind New Year's Eve cruise in London
    • Kick off the evening with a three-course dinner at Doggett’s Coat and Badge
    • Enjoy stunning nighttime views of London along the River Thames
    • Dance to live music on board
    • Get front-row views of London’s world-famous fireworks display
    • Activity for the whole family, all ages included
    Adult 12+
    Child 0-11
    What’s included
    • Three-course dinner at Doggett's Coat and Badge
    • Entrance to the Sapele on New Year’s Eve
    • Live music entertainment
    • Helpful staff on-board
    • Cash bar
    What’s not included
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Transportation to and from the pier
    Map
    • Doggett’s Coat and Badge, 1 Blackfriars Bridge, South Bank, London SE1 9UD
    Departure Information

    Date of Departure: 31st December 2026

    Dinner

    Where: Doggett’s Coat and Badge, 1 Blackfriars Bridge, South Bank, London SE1 9UD

    When: 5:00 PM


    Cruise

    Where: Bankside Pier, Bankside, London SE1 9DT

    When: 9:00pm check-in for a 9:30pm departure

    Return Point: Bankside Pier at approximately 1:45am

    Cancellation Options
    Cancellations and amendments are no longer available.
    Additional Information
    • Guests are advised to arrive early and to allow plenty of time to make their way to the pier.
    • Roads may close early in preparation for the fireworks display. Please check road closures on www.tfl.gov.uk before you travel.
    • Due to strict boat timings we will not be able to wait for any latecomers.
    • The onboard bar only accepts CASH PAYMENTS.
    • A valid ID must be presented when purchasing alcohol.
    • Infants are welcome onboard but do require a paid ticket.
    • Please be aware that luggage and large bags of any type will not be allowed on the vessels.
    • Dress to impress.
    • As with all New Year’s Eve cruises on the Thames, the captain and onboard team will do their best to secure the best possible position for viewing the fireworks. However, due to expected river traffic, weather conditions and tidal changes, the boat’s final positioning and the visibility of the fireworks cannot be guaranteed. The captain’s decision on the night will be final..

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