January is one of those months that just keeps on giving, isn't it? Not only are you broke and left coming down from the Christmas hype like a lead balloon, but every garment in your entire wardrobe (including your mother’s) refuses to fit you.
To give you a little hand combating your January blues, we got in touch with DesignMyNight for seven unique ways to lift your spirits. From reliving your childhood at a Disney cinema night for adults to trying out a new exercise class that’s actually fun - we’ve got your back.
7 Fun ways to beat your January Blues
1 of 7Go to a Disney Cinema Night for Adults - London
Now that the magic of Christmas is over, barricading yourself indoors with nothing but the Corrie omnibus to look forward to is pretty much inevitable. Not this year, though. The Grand in Clapham is keeping the magic going by hosting a series of Disney cinema night for adults and you can pick from Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid and The Lion King. Expect themed cocktails, mass sing-alongs, unlimited popcorn and prizes for the best dressed.
2 of 7Plan Ahead and Secure a Ticket to Cocktails in the City - Manchester
20 of Manchester's best bars, all under one roof? It's happening this September and tickets are, pretty much, guaranteed to sell out. Stick it to your January blues this month and treat yourself to a £15 ticket. Not only will it give you something to look forward to, but you'll get to sample some incredible, limited edition drinks from the city's top bartenders.
3 of 7Eat Fondue at Brighton’s Coolest Pop-Up - Brighton
Something to lift your January blues and comfort you at the same time? You better book a train ticket to Brighton. There's a fondue pop-up at The Tempest Inn that boasts stunning seafront views, and it's rumoured to be bloody grate. You'll have two options to choose from: cheese fondue or fondue bourguignonne. The first option being served with bread, pickles and fruit, the second offering juicy strips of prime beef steak for you to cook at the table.
4 of 7Grab a Ticket to London’s Quirkiest Afternoon Tea - London
Little Nan's Bar is one of Deptford's quirkiest drinking dens. It's got leopard print wallpaper, cocktails served in teapots and an unusual liking for Eastenders memorabilia. They also host a cute tipsy afternoon tea come weekends and it's sure to boost your spirits. Fronting mini pastries, dainty sandwiches, home baked scones and Victoria sponge cake, you can wash everything down with two of Little Nan's signature cocktails for just £28.
5 of 7Step out of Your Comfort Zone With a new Exercise Class - London
Forget about that LBD and your skinny jeans, the moment you struggle to fit into your pyjamas is when it's really time to do something about your weight management. If the idea of running laps around your local park makes you reach for a tub of Ben and Jerry's, why not try one of the fun fitness classes happening at 100 Wardour Street? From Reset and Rebalance to Beyonce Barre, you'll be working on your strength and flexibility alongside rebalancing your energy.
6 of 7Visit This Chemistry-Themed Bar - Liverpool
If there's one thing needed for surviving the month of January; it's escapism, and The Alchemist in Liverpool offers just that. They're a chemistry-themed bar that serve their cocktails in everything from syringes to beakers. If you're the indecisive type, the bartenders can choose something based on your preferences, but the Caramelised Rum Punch and the Rhubarb and Custard Sour are graded A+.
7 of 7Visit Sky Garden’s Winter Hideaway - London
There are many places to get a glimpse of London's ever-growing skyline, but Sky Garden is one of our favourites. 34 floors above the bustling streets below, this greenery-packed oasis have organised a special pop-up for winter time, and it promises piping hot cocktails, alpine-inspired toasties and glass upon glass of Champagne. Only here for a limited time, make the most of it while you can
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