Fall in love this Valentine’s Day with a trip to the Great Northern with date ideas ranging from the romantic to the wild and perfect presents on offer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy with their loved one.

For the ultimate romantic evening, head to James Martin Manchester on 14th February for its Valentine’s Experience. Love birds can indulge in an exquisite five-course dining experience, a glass of prosecco and a box of chocolates for £69 per person. With special entertainment on the night, it’s sure to make for a memorable Valentine’s Day.

If five courses are not enough, why not try Platzki’s seven-course Valentine’s tasting menu? Unique dishes, ranging from succulent roasted venison to sweet yet smoky candy beetroot carpaccio, are served alongside vodka and prosecco to make for a boozy yet delicious evening. Priced at £42 per person, fine dining does not have to break the bank.

For a date with a little spice, dine at Thai Smiles, serving tasty yet traditional dishes. From perfect pad Thai to mouth-watering green curry, there is a dish for everyone to enjoy this valentine’s Day. With dishes starting at £7.95, there’s no reason for this meal to leave a bitter taste in your mouth.

For a Valentine’s meal that will transport you to sunny Spain, head to Evuna for authentic and delicious dishes. With tapas starting at just £4.95 for a tasty yet traditional Tortilla de Patatas, it is the perfect way to tuck in and share dishes with your date. Paired with one of its boutique wines, this makes for an ideal romantic meal.

For some true indulgence, take your special someone to Almost Famous, with larger-than-life burgers and cocktails. Try the Unagi triple cheeseburger for £12, with famous sauce, iceberg lettuce, onions and pickles, paired with a sharing size strawberry daiquiri, priced at £25, to sip with your loved one for the ultimate Valentine’s Day feast.

To add a little sweetness to your Valentine’s Day, take a trip to Alex’s Bakery and treat yourself to its Valentine’s Day treat box, perfect for sharing with your partner. Consisting of two beautiful cupcakes, a tasty Jammie Dodger blondie, a deliciously gooey Nutella brownie and two fluffy cake pops for just £12, this is the perfect gift for any foodie.

For the perfect present for your special someone head to Dormouse Chocolates, the craft chocolate makers. With a variety of luxury chocolates, starting at just £6, there is sure ti be a flavour to suit every chocolate lover. Or give your loved one your heart this Valentine’s Day, quite literally, and gift them an anatomical chocolate heart.

To really wow your other half, The Futon Company’s beautifully crafted homeware makes for the perfect gift. From the garden to the bedroom, there’s something to suit everyone’s taste. Pick an exquisite item from its two-seater sofa range, starting at just £239, to make for the perfect cosy Valentine’s Day at home.

Splash out this Valentine’s Day and treat your special someone to the bathroom of their dreams at CP Hart Bathrooms. From luxurious roll-top baths to futuristic bathroom accessories, there’s so much choice at a wide range of price points. With a stunning showroom and expert advisors, picking your partner’s perfect present has never been so easy.

For long-distance lovers, send your Valentine’s Day gifts at Mail Boxes Etc, where you can receive 15% off your shipment when you register in store. With every postal need under one roof, every gift, no matter how big or small, can be delivered to your other half in time for February 14th.

What’s more classic than a date night at the cinema? Head to the Odeon to catch its 30th-anniversary screening of Ghost. Cosy up close and enjoy the romantic thriller fantasy film over a large popcorn fit for two. With tickets starting at just £5, no one has to miss out this Valentine’s Day.

For a Valentine’s Day with a kick visit Whistle Punks, Manchester’s urban axe throwing experience. With individual tickets, priced at £20, and group bookings available, it is perfect for couples after an alternative date or for a group of singletons wanting to have some fun.

Head to All Star Lanes with a mate or a date to enjoy its Palentine’s Day celebrations. Join in with its Friends inspired quiz, on 13th February, to truly embrace the single life this Valentine’s Day. For a boozy evening, choose cocktails from a limited-edition drinks menu, where the cocktails are inspired by the famous Friends cast. For ultimate fun with friends or a loved one, go for the Drink, Dine and Bowl special, where you can hit the lanes for a game of bowling, indulge on a two-course set menu and enjoy a Le Citron Fizz cocktail for £30 per person.

Carry on the celebrations into the early hours at Impossible, an immersive nightclub experience. Begin your Valentine’s Day date in the restaurant for a six-course set menu, with vegan and gluten-free options, for £35 per person. Or why not cosy up in the gin nest, a sophisticated setting with 84 gins available before heading down to Theatre Impossible where you and your other half can dance and drink in Manchester’s most unique club venue.

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