Top 10 Things to do this Valentine's Day

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Valentine’s Day falls perfectly between Christmas and Easter for a well-deserved break as well as a chance to reignite the spark between you and your loved one. The Great West Way is full of things to do to plan a romantic getaway and spend some quality time together, surprise your loved one this February. Take a look below for some inspiration on planning your trip.

Eat your Heart Out
Treat your beau to a delicious Valentine's Day meal at one of the many restaurants along the Great West Way. Take a look at the many food and drink options along the Great West Way for some inspiration. From Michelin-starred fine dining to indulgent afternoon teas, there are lots of romantic options to choose from. 

A Romantic Wander
Show off your romantic side during a romantic stroll at dusk, wrapped up warm around the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. The golden buildings, narrow cobbled alley ways and good company can leave you wandering for miles not realising time has flown by. A great place to stop off on your ramble is Bath Brew House for a Bath-brewed ale and some food to warm you up.

Escape to the Country
Take a trip out of the city, just the two of you, and enjoy each other’s company without hectic work schedules, mobile phone signal or the sound of constant traffic outside your window. Buttle Farm, Church Farm Country Cottages and Manor Farm Bed and Breakfast are fantastic options for a bit of peace and quiet, the most you noise you will get is a cock-a-doodle-do in the morning.

Take Love by the Handlebars
A fun, light-hearted way to discover Bristol is with Bristol Tandem Hire, two is always better than one! Put your communication skills to the test to combine your pedal power which will push you through once you get the rhythm and give you a tour of Bristol at the same time. 

Visit a Spa 
All along the Great West Way are some luxurious spa’s perfect for Valentine’s Day. Thermae Bath Spa offer a variety of different packages including a 'Thermae Welcome' and a 'Thermae Re-Energise'. Whatley Manor and The Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa also offer day retreats. 

Just the Two of Us at National Trust
Head to one of the lovely National Trust properties along the Great West Way to stroll hand in hand through hundreds of years of history. Explore the 400 acres of gardens and parkland at Basildon Park in Berkshire or admire the stunning views over Bath from the gardens at Prior Park (a perfect spot to pop the question!)

Watch the Sunrise
What could be more romantic than sitting outside together, wrapped in a blanket, watching the sun rise over stunning scenery? Have a look at our top 10 places to watch the sun rise along the Great West Way for some inspiring locations, including Stonehenge, Cheddar Gorge and the Cherhill Downs. 

Send your love supersonic 
For something a bit out of the ordinary, visit Aerospace Bristol. 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of Concorde’s maiden flight from Filton in 1969. Travel back in time through aviation history and engineering with exhibits including helicopters, missiles, aeroplanes, satellites and more.

The Royal Treatment
Visit the famous Windsor Castle where Prince Harry married Megan Markle. Wander around the grounds of the Castle and visit St Georges Chapel itself. You may even witness a royal visit as the Queen spends most of her private weekends at the castle. 

There are so many ways to make your Valentine’s day extra special this year plus much more. Be sure to take a look at our festivals and events and see and do pages for more inspiration on how to plan the ultimate romantic getaway along the Great West Way.