While Scotland is well-known for its lively Hogmanay celebrations, from the Viking-led fire processions to the annual ‘Loony Dook’ New Year's dip in the freezing River Forth, it’s also a country known for its fascinating history and warm, friendly hospitality. Scotland is a wonderful place to see in the new year. If looking for the Northern Lights sounds more appealing than the crowds at public festivities, start the new decade in Scotland in one of these amazing places. Discover cosy log cabins and more with the words of Robert Burns’ famous Auld Lang Syne (in English) so you can all sing along this year! 

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Peaceful Cottage in the Scottish Country Near the “Home of Golf”

St. Andrews is a seaside town on Scotland’s east coast and known as the "Home of Golf". For a quiet New Year’s Eve stay in this cosy country cottage offering beautiful views across the local countryside and coastline. The cottage is located in the tranquil hamlet of Lucklawhill, not far from the village of Balmullo. It’s just 7 miles from St. Andrews with the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, the oldest golf club in the world and the British Golf Museum being a must-visit for anyone who enjoys the game. Don’t miss a trip to nearby Dundee, Scotland's 4th largest city or the ruins of the 12th century St. Andrew's Cathedral and your chance to climb St Rule's Tower, which stands at 33m high offering some of the most incredible views.

St. AndrewsHighland Log Cabins with Mountain-Views near the Falls of Falloch

Crianlarich is a historic village known as the "gateway to the Highlands" and located to the north-east of the head of Loch Lomond. Just outside of the village is a magical place where you could enjoy stunning mountain views from award-winning log cabins or chalets. Surrounded by mountains, lakes and rivers, it’s an ideal place for active outdoor pursuits including hiking, cycling and boating. You could also have a unique aerial adventure at TreeZone. Don't miss Woven Sound, part of a series of art installations designed as part of the Scottish Scenic Routes to enhance the natural landscape. It is a unique viewpoint over the edge of a cliff that offers visitors a unique experience at the nearby Falls of Falloch.

View from the Highland LodgesOLD LANG SYNE

Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind?

Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne?

CHORUS:

For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne,

we’ll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne.

And surely you’ll buy your pint cup! and surely I’ll buy mine!

And we’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet, for auld lang syne.

(CHORUS repeats)

We two have run about the slopes, and picked the daisies fine;

But we’ve wandered many a weary foot, since auld lang syne.

(CHORUS repeats)

We two have paddled in the stream, from morning sun till dine;

But seas between us broad have roared since auld lang syne.

(CHORUS repeats)

And there’s a hand my trusty friend! And give me a hand o’ thine!

And we’ll take a right good-will draught, for auld lang syne.

Book a winter break in ScotlandFind out more about this amazing country in our Guide to Scotland and celebrate Hogmanay in Scotland this New Year’s Eve. Happy New Year!