Best Bar None Scotland – Festive Night‑Out Safety Advice

The festive season is a time to enjoy — but also one when streets and venues get busier, and things can sometimes go wrong. BBN wants you, your friends and everyone out celebrating to have fun and stay safe.

Plan ahead & stay in control

• Know how you’ll get home before you go out — book a taxi or check public transport times.

• Charge your phone, and make sure you’ve got a way to contact friends or family.

• Keep an eye on your drink — never leave it unattended.

• Stick with friends or people you trust; look out for each other.

Watch out for vulnerability — yours and others’
BBN’s latest “Good Night Out…?” campaign reminds us that heavy drinking, crowded venues and late nights can increase risks — to ourselves or to others. If someone seems in trouble or vulnerable, speak up: alert staff, check they’re okay, or help them get home safely.

Choose venues that care
When you visit a BBN‑accredited bar, pub or club — you’re choosing a place committed to safety, responsible service, and a welcoming atmosphere. BBN‑accredited venues follow high standards in staff training, public safety, prevention of crime, and care for customers.

Be responsible — both staff and guests
If you manage or work in a venue: stay alert for overcrowding, over‑intoxicated or vulnerable customers, and intervene early if things might escalate. During the busy festive season, extra vigilance can make all the difference.

Have fun — but make safety your first priority
Enjoy your night out, celebrate, laugh, have a good time — just don’t lose sight of your safety, or the safety of others. A good night out is one you remember — not one you regret.

From everyone at Best Bar None Scotland: Have a great Christmas — but stay safe, look out for each other, and get home safely.