See 2010 in with a lavish evening out at any of these fabulous Hampshire venues

01. Where? Aviator Hotel, Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 6ELWhat to expect: The Brasserie at The Aviator is offering a five-course dinner with Champagne on arrival, DJ, band and fabulous festive glamour for �75 per person. If you’re looking for something less formal, join the party with a scrumptious buffet and entertainment from �55 per person. Make it a night to remember with special accommodation rates when dining.Book your table: 01252 555892

02. Where? Solent Hotel, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7AJWhat to expect: Celebrate the start of 2010 at a dazzling Gala Dinner Dance and enjoy a red carpet welcome followed by a Champagne and canap� reception and a delicious six-course dinner, which includes the traditional piping of the Haggis. Then take to the dancefloor with the help of the hotel’s resident DJ with a countdown to midnight, all for �91 per person.Book your table: 01489 880000

03. Where? Tylney Hall Hotel, Ridge Lane, Hook RG27 9AZWhat to expect: Heralding in the New Year is a truly memorable occasion and this year you can choose from a black tie, Gourmet Dinner and Dance in the Oak Room Restaurant and Tylney Suite or chose to enjoy the more informal Chestnut Suite Gala Dinner Dance. A five-course dinner is served at both events, with wine included and Champagne at midnight to bring in the New Year. The Gourmet dinner costs �365 per person and the Gala dinner. �240 per person.Book your table: 01256 764881

04. Where? The Elvetham Hotel, Hartley Wintney RG27 8ARWhat to expect: Set in a private 35 acre estate of manicured gardens and grounds, The Elvetham’s New Year’s Eve Ball is renowned for its sophistication, excellent service and fine food. Their black tie ball, which costs �95 per person, includes a Champagne reception, four-course dinner, a band, a bar and DJ until 2am and bacon rolls after midnight.Book your table: 01252 844 871

05. Where? Scene Restaurant at Norton Park Hotel, Sutton Scotney, Winchester S021 3NBWhat to expect: Enjoy a leisurely three-course dinner on New Year’s Eve for �45 per person including a glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival. Treat yourself to an overnight stay for an extra �42.50 per person to include full English Breakfast and use of the hotel’s fabulous leisure and spa facilities.Book your table: 01962 763009

06. Where? The Foresters, Aldershot Rd, Church Crookham, Fleet, GU52 9EPWhat to expect: Tucked away in the woods near Church Crookham, the Foresters is the ideal pub to visit this December. Their menu is all fresh with delicious traditional English dishes such as sausages & mash, game pie, lamb cutlets and hand cut chips. And don’t forget to sample the cask ales on offer: Landlord, London Pride and local guest beers from either the Andwell Brewery, or the Triple FFF brewery. How to book: 01252 616 503