9 Most Romantic Places to Go on Valentine’s Day in the UK - Part 1

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, happy couples look for romantic places and cities to arrange their Valentine’s Day in. This anniversary is important for spending time together and renewing their vows. You must also be in search of ways to make this day even more memorable by giving out wonderful gifts, getting into romantic moods, and choosing the right place for it. Sometimes, the place itself is the best gift you can give. In this blog and the next accompanying it, we have a look at some of the best places you can choose for Valentine’s Day in the UK.

 

1. Lake District, Cumbria

There is hardly anyone who hasn’t read or heard William Wordsworth’s famous romantic poem, “I Wonder’d Lonely as a Cloud,” but it might be a pleasant surprise when you find out the poet was inspired by the scenery in Lake District in Cumbria.

It is located in Cumbria, a region in the northwest of England by the Scottish border.

Lake District is famous for its mountain ranges, as well as eye-catching lakes, and is now a World Heritage Site. The views are superb, and you will have a breath of fresh air you haven’t had anywhere else. 

If you are visiting Lake District for Valentine's Day, you can rest assured there are numerous restaurants and places to go with your partner, enjoying the best time of your life.

About a one-hour drive from Lake District takes you to Lovelady Shield Cottages, a perfect place to choose for an exceptional and comfortable stay on Valentine's Day.

 

2. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

Covering a large area of Scottish Highlands, The Trossaches National Park centres around Loch Lomond and hills and mountains surrounding it, and is a place of natural beauty and a major tourist attraction.

Millions of people rush into this National Park simply for the quality of its scenery and landscape, as well as the activities it offers. The Falls of Dochart, at the western end of Loch Tay is very popular and by Loch Lomond, there is a visitor centre that contains shops and restaurants to enjoy and relax.

But what makes Loch Lomond a special Valentine’s destination is the Carrick Spa and its rooftop infinity pool that shows a spectacular view of the Scottish mountains. You may also rent a steamboat and have a romantic cruise in the waters, or might as well go on a hike around the loch.

About an hour from the southern edges of Trossachs National Park takes you to Irvine where Irvine Guest House by Paymán Club offers you affordable peaceful rooms in a very accessible location. 

 

3. Gretna Green, Dumfries and Galloway

If you have read Pride and Prejudice, you may remember the heroine’s sister eloping with a not-so-pleasant man, and their destination was supposed to be Gretna Green in Dumfries and Galloway. In fact, Gretna Green has been famous as a venue for runaway marriages.

Gretna Green is a beautiful village, situated by the small River Sark, which flows to the Channel of River Sark, forming a part of the English-Scottish border. 

The history of the place as a destination for English couples to get married beyond the border is part of the reason why it is a great Valentine’s Day getaway. At Gretna Green, you can tie the knots through a unity ritual and purchase the Handfasting Package at the Blacksmith’s Shop. This will include the ritual itself, as well as the photos of the event delivered to your address.

You can also go to Blacksmith’s Foodcourt, enjoy a meal or two from the special Valentine’s Menu they have prepared. Gretna Green is only an hour from Douglas Arms Hotel by Paymán Club in Castle Douglas.

 

4. The Brecon Beacons

The Brecon Beacons is a range of hills in Wales, UK, and its national park centred around the hills is one of the top attractions in the UK.

The area contains fells, mountains and moorlands, whose beauty catches the eye of the beholder. They are the destination for bikers, hikers, as well as horse-riders, who utilise the characteristics of the place as a great spot for sports and outdoor activities.

Staying in the park overnight will also give the visitor an opportunity to enjoy spectacular starry nights, with a chance of observing constellations and meteor showers.

By the border of the national park, in Hereford, there is a great event venue called the Globe at Hay, and is alone a wonderful Valentine’s Day destination. Its café has a special Cupid Ball’s menu organised for Valentine’s couples and includes a three-course meal with Peach Bellini cocktails.

The closest Paymán Club property to the Brecon Beacons is the Knighton Hotel by the border of Wales and England in Knighton. Its rooms range from single to deluxe quad rooms, and it is close to some of the top attractions around the border such as Offa’s Dyke.

 

5. Little Venice in London

The size of London and its central quality makes it full of opportunities for any occasion you can think of. More specifically for Valentine’s Day, opportunities abound. You may walk on the Waterloo Bridge, check the beautiful flowers of Kew Gardens, take a boat trip on the Thames through Thames RIB experience, or opt for Little Venice instead.

Little Venice is a picturesque neighbourhood above Paddington, in a juncture of three important canals in London. The area is defined by the style of the buildings which have the characteristics of Regency architecture, with white facades and the number of the canals joining.

In Little Venice, you may take a boat trip on various different kinds of boats such as Jason and Jenny Wren. It will give you a chance to look around the area up to Camden Lock Market for over 45 minutes.

There are a number of venues to visit in Little Venice such as the Summerhouse Restaurant and the Waterside Café. They are not only great locations for lovely scenery, but also wonderful places to have a romantic meal.