Celebrating dry January at the Fox
Enjoy Dry January in London at the Fox ExCeL
If Dry January (in other words, going sober) happens to be one of your New Year's resolutions, the Fox ExCeL - a bar near the ExCeL in London’s Docklands - has plenty of alcohol-free drinks to get stuck into.
Dry January in the Docklands
Our family-owned, independently run bar in the heart of the Docklands would love to welcome you through our doors this Dry January.
But how did Dry January start? As the New Year rings in new goals and new beginnings, many choose to take a temporary break from drinking alcohol. It was in 2013 that Dry January was launched as a month-long challenge to remain alcohol free by the organisation, Alcohol Change UK. But the practice has roots that extend as far back as 1942, when Finland had their own “Sober January” to help in the war against the Soviet Union. Last year, 175,000 people in the UK registered to the Dry January challenge along with 15% of all US-based adults.
Check out our menu of no alcohol drinks in the Docklands
Taking part in dry January does NOT mean that you have to stay at home. There are plenty o fways to have fun whilst fulfilling your Dry January pledge and supporting your favourite local business. Here’s just a sample of what we will offer you alongside the standard soft drinks ranges.
Lazer Crush - Lazer Crush tastes like a rocket-fuelled alcohol free beer combined with a grown-up soft drink. It’s a sharp IPA with a Monday to Sunday crushable 0.3% alcohol. Combining flavours of sweet peach iced tea with light grapefruit bitterness for turbo charged refreshment.
Heineken Zero - A refreshing alcohol free beer characterised by fruity and fresh malt notes and a light body. At just 69 calories this is a great refreshing drink for everyone - even those watching what they eat in January too!
Old Mout Berries & Cheeries - This tasty tipple occurred when our crisp apples met their match with a handful of ripe berries and cherries. 0% ABV.
Virgin Mojito - The most refreshing virgin mojito is made with fresh mint, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, soda, and plenty of ice!
Things to do in the Docklands in January
You may not consider a day out in the Docklands at this time of year but there is lots going on. From the Friends Exhibition and F1 exhibition at the ExCeL Centre to concerts at the O2, there are also many activities to enjoy with friends and family including Electric Shuttle, Go Karting, and shopping! Why not plan a day at the Docklands and pop to the Fox Connaught for dinner -remembering to book your table in advance so you can take advantage of our awesome January offer of 50% off food. You can book your table here.
Visit the Fox ExCeL during Dry January
Did you know that we’re positioned right by Custom House DLR station; only a few minutes by tube or DLR from the West End, Canary Wharf and the O2, just round the proverbial corner in the historic area known as London’s Docklands. We’re actually sited in an old warehouse, which gives us a vibrant atmosphere and versatile spaces. The ExCeL Centre and all the entertainment and experiences on offer are a very, very short walk away and you will be blown away by just how much history is around us in the Royal London Docks.
So that’s great transport links, an unusual setting, and lots of opportunities to discover something new.
We’ve also got a great team of fun people who work hard to make your visit special. Visit us and celebrate January, London, our diverse culture, and our great sense of humour.
What’s not to love at the Fox ExCeL? Come and say hello during Dry January and see how much fun you can have sober!