5 quirky ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day across the UK
From the Chicago river being dyed green stateside, to a ten-day festival in Montserrat, people celebrate St Patrick's Day in an incredible fashion all over the world, and the UK is no different. If you want to raise a glass to the man who banished the snakes from Ireland with something a little bit different this year - you're in luck.
We've enlisted DesignMyNight to reveal the best things to do on the 17th March, and with an all-day street party in Brighton to a night dedicated to Father Ted (complete with G&Tea cocktails and Mrs Doyle's famous cakes), there's no need to jet halfway across the world for a craic-filled weekend.
BrewDog - Nottingham
If you want a real taste of Ireland on St Patrick's Day and are looking for somewhere to have a few drinks before the Six Nations, make tracks for BrewDog in Nottingham. They have imported beer from the Emerald Isle's top breweries; think YellowBelly Beer and The White Hag Irish Brewing Co, and from deep, chocolate-y stouts to dry, resin-y pales - there's something on tap to satisfy everyone.
Ruckus - London
Rumoured to be like Peaky Blinders but twice the craic, Ruckus at The Vaults is at the top of the list for quirky things to do on St Patrick's Day. Set in the year 1918, this immersive event will have you rubbing shoulders with the Irish mob, drinking whiskey, playing games and dancing on the tables like the troublemaker you were born to be. Dressing the part is highly encouraged, so make sure you raid your wardrobe for some fancy dress.
The Bloomsbury Club Bar - London
St. Patrick was a man of many talents and to celebrate his achievements on the 17th, Bloomsbury Club Bar have organised an all-night knees-up with live acoustic Irish music. Forget Guinness, these guys have gone beyond pints of the black stuff to bring you pale ales from an independent Irish craft brewer, limited edition cocktails made with Dingle Distillery artisan spirits and a food menu inspired by the Wild Atlantic Way.
St. Patrick's Day at The Fiddler's Elbow - Brighton
Banishing snakes is a thirsty job, and we're pretty sure if St. Patrick were around on the 17th, he'd be making his way to The Fiddler's Elbow. Their legendary street party is back for its 23rd year, and it's going to have entertainment in the form of Irish dancers, a menu of authentic dishes and live music until midnight.
Father Ted-Athon - London
Ireland has given us a lot over the years - from pints of Guinness to Colin Farrell -
but Father Ted is right up there in the top five. If you happen to agree, The Grand in Clapham are hosting a Father Ted-Athon on the 17th and they'll be screening three epic episodes from the much-loved TV series. Expect a cracker of a night with Mrs Doyle's cakes, G&Tea cocktails, The Lovely Girls (or Boys) Competition and prizes for the best priest and nun costume.A big thanks to Leighanne Bent for this edit! For more info on what's on in London and across the UK, visit DesignMyNight and follow them on Instagram and Twitter; @DesignMyNigtht.
