Don your kilt and sporran and head out to these St Andrews Day London events and show your respect for the patron saint of Scotland by drinking, feasting and dancing. From fancy balls to crazy ceilidhs or just laying low at a traditional Scottish pub, we’ve got you covered. But remember, please leave the bagpipe-playing to the professionals.

An evening at Albannach
Spend a very classy night at Trafalgar Square favourite Albannach – a five course supper complete with cocktails, tasting whiskies and coffee and shortbread, followed by traditional Ceilidh music and dancing and even a poetry reading. You can also head downstairs to Doon for some entertainment into the wee hours of morning. All this costs just £50.00 per person or £85.00 with matched whiskies, but booking is essential. Nearest tube: Charing Cross. Call 020 7930 0066 to make a booking or for more information.Boisdale of Belgravia dinner
With accompaniment from a real Scots piper, you can celebrate the patron Saint of Scotland with an indulgent four course meal. Dine on organic salmon, Herbridean crab, Aberdeenshire steak and raspberry cranacha, topped off with a dram of 12 year old whisky for a truly Scottish night out.Ceilidh parties
The Ceilidh Club is holding a St Andrews Day London dance on the 28th November featuring a host of dancing fun that’s sure to be huge with the single lads and gels. The ceilidh will be held at Cecil Sharp House and all levels of dancers are welcome. And don’t worry if you’re too nervous to dance – they’ll call out the steps for you and there’ll be a well-stocked bar if you need some liquid courage.Laugh Away for St Andrews Day
On Friday 28th November the London Caladonian Club will welcome St. Andrews Day London revellers for a night of St Andrews Day celebrations. There'll be food, music and dancing so there really is something for everyone.National Gallery
Take an historic perspective for St Andrews Day this year, and find out more about who the saint was and how he has been decpited in art throughout the centuries. The lunchtime talk is entitled Painting Saint Andrew and will be conducted in Room 59 at 1pm on Sunday 30th November. The talk is free to attend.Others Scottish venues to try

Boisdale
Even though the Boisdale of Bishopgate isn't having any specific St Andrews Day events, it is Scottish and therefore worth mentioning. Boisdale in Bishopsgate features posh Scottish food, an extensive wine list and live jazz nights.Buchans Bar and Restaurant
Buchans Bar and Restaurant is another classy place with modern Scottish food and private rooms that you can rent out for parties.The Rob Roy
The Rob Roy is a friendly, relaxed traditional pub that boasts a welcoming Scottish feel.The Hootananny
The Hootannany is a fun Scottish venue that has a huge range of live music and other entertainment, right in the heart of Brixton.St Andrews Day is celebrated on the 30th November 2008 with events taking place on or around this day.Other London events

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