Finding a good New Year's event to attend is a struggle at the best of times, but many events have been cancelled due to the ongoing Covid pandemic. Here are the best New Year's parties, pubs, or events to wave good-bye to 2021, and hello to 2022.

1. Lindisfarne Inn, Beal, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

A delicious dinner will be served from 7.30pm, before welcoming the New Year from 9pm with live music from Sam Rea. The inn has various room packages for anyone wishing to stay overnight. The roaring fires and cosy atmosphere promise to make New Year's Eve 2021 truly magical.

2. The Tannery, Hexham

Party like it's 1999 at this bustling independent pub. Set to play some of the biggest throwbacks, the pub stocks a wide selection of drinks and classic pub food. Live DJs will keep the atmosphere buzzing from 8pm until late.

3. New Year's Eve Party at Ramside Hall, Durham

A spectacular live show will perform the biggest hits of the 90s, where you can party to the Hacienda and Ministry of Sound. The bar opens at 6pm with a four course dinner served from 7.30pm, setting you up for a long night of dancing.

4. Laser Light City, Newcastle

Light up the city at the laser show, which allows you to remotely control light beams at different sites, such as Hadrian's Tower, the Baltic, and Tyne Bridge. Lasers will be visible from all sides of the Quayside. The spectacular show can be enjoyed across a wide area without any mass congregation, making it safe to enjoy in Covid conditions.

5. The Greenhead Hotel, Carlisle

Book yourself a festive package at The Greenhead, where you can enjoy a five course evening menu with a glass of bubbly, plus bed and breakfast in stunning surroundings. An individual festive menu is also available to book without bed and breakfast.

6. Back to the Future New Year's Party, Retro Newcastle

90s hit throwbacks, cocktails, and retro vibes are on offer at Retro Newcastle. Try a quirky gumball sharer, or a Ferris Wheel shot on the dancefloor. The event has free entry.

7. New Year Medieval Banquet, Friars Street, Newcastle

This unique New Year event will be hosted by Blackfriars Restaurant. An authentic medieval banquet will be served by friars and town wenches in a candelit hall adorned with tapestries and wall hangings. Guests are invited to attend in medieval costume to eat roasted meats and cheese, drink flagons of ale, and be entertained by minstrels.

8. New Year's Celebration at Wylam Brewery, Exhibition Park

Tuck into a whole hog roast, street food, and a gin palace while watching the midnight fireworks, listening to DJs, and keeping warm by the fire pit. From 7pm until 1.30am, Wylam Brewery will serve their own beer as well as produce from independent guest breweries. Add in a party dome and an epic music selection, this a party you don't want to miss.

9. New Year's Eve Party, Carlisle

The Royal Oak Inn will host The Bone Doctors, a rock, indie, and pop band which will perform until it's time to countdown to midnight. Starting at 7pm, the band will play until 10pm. Tickets are £8 per person which also includes classic pub food; pie, peas, and gravy.

10. Family New Year's Eve Party, Gosforth Civic Centre

The DJ will play tunes for both young and old dancers: while the craft room and snacks occupy the younger crowd, adults can take advantage of the bar to celebrate the New Year. The final countdown takes place on a large screen for everyone to cheer at midnight together.