It has just been announced that the street lights in Haverhill will be staying on later throughout Christmas and New Year’s Eve, with lights only being turned off at 1am between Boxing Day and December 30th and staying on all night tomorrow, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

Having recently invested in a £2.5 million intelligent lighting system, the council is able to adjust Haverhill’s lights to suit the community’s needs at different times of the year.

As Suffolk County Council’s Portfolio Holder for Roads and Transport, Councillor Guy McGregor explained: “We understand how important it is for people in our county to feel safe over Christmas and the New Year, when they are more likely to be celebrating late into the night.”

So whatever your plans, it’s reassuring to know that your journey home will be well-lit – whether tottering in heels or dressed in a Superman suit!

Still unsure as to what you’re doing this New Year’s Eve? Why not take a look at thebestof Haverhill’s suggestions?

New Year’s Eve, Haverhill Cineworld

Why not see New Year’s Eve in whilst watching New Year’s Eve? No, it’s not one of those impossible riddles – it’s a classy romantic comedy from Garry Marshall (director of such movies as Beaches, Pretty Woman, Runaway Bride and Valentine’s Day), boasting some of Hollywood’s hottest stars, including Robert de Niro, Zac Efron, Ashton Kutcher and Katherine Heigl.

New Year’s Eve is screening at 7:20pm at Haverhill Cineworld on December 31st 2011.

New Year’s Eve Disco in Clare

All are welcome at Clare Social Club for a disco and bar. Plus, for those of you feeling a little cash-strapped this Christmas (and let’s face it, who isn’t?) enjoy free admission.

New Year’s Eve Dance in the Memorial Social Centre, Wickhambrook, Haverhill

Enjoy dancing and general merriment and jollification at the Memorial Social Centre’s annual New Year’s Eve Dance. Tickets are available from Roz – please call 01440 820 757.

New Year’s Eve Party at The Greyhound in Wickhambrook

See in the New Year at The Greyhound and indulge in a delicious buffet and Champagne at midnight. Tickets are just £5 and available via The Greyhound; please note that the pub has a new number – 01440 821 017.