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NETFLIX & CHILL
This Valentine's Day, why not give yourself permission to watch as many movies or series as possible! Now that is what you call a proper date night. You could perhaps start with a few rom-coms, then move onto a horror marathon as the night goes on! Or if you're a serial series watcher, you could finish a whole series or two!
A movie night in is simply not complete without a large bowl of popcorn, sweets and a few fizzy drinks to wash them down with, so make sure to invest in these to make it your perfect date night!
HAVE AN INDOOR PICNIC
With the February weather making it unable to enjoy an outdoor picnic in the garden, why not bring the picnic indoors and head to your living room.
Spread out on the living room floor with a gourmet spread and a bottle of bubbles. You could make a spread yourself with cheeses and wine or perhaps support local businesses and order your favourite foods in using our Food Deliveries Guide HERE!
Be sure to set the scene with a cheerful picnic blanket and pack a basket!
VALENTINE'S CELEBRATIONS
Planning on decorating your living room for the special occasion? Not sure where you can get Valentine's balloons, cakes and food platters for the occasion?
Look no further, we've put together a 'Home Celebrations in Swindon' guide so that you can find all the best companies that are offering deliveries of balloons, cakes and so much more...
BECOME MIXOLOGY MASTERS
Channel your inner mixologist and shake up a few cocktails from that kitchen bar you probably haven't touched in ages. Impress your loved one with your mixology skills and it gives you two an excuse to turn the music up a little louder and dance like you're at your favourite bar.
Pick out your favourite ingredients and get going! Or, why not make an event of it - challenge each other to making themed cocktails or to use unique ingredients.
Or if you want to try your hand at your own creative tipples, check out our 8 easy cocktails to make from home HERE!
CREATE AN AT-HOME SPA
Valentine's Day unfortunately falls on a Wednesday this year, so for those who cannot get the day off work - why not pamper yourselves at home. Trade off giving each other massages with stress-relieving oil, take a long bubble bath, and chill out with hydrating face masks.
All it takes is a few candles, massage oil and some facial masks and you can create a night of pampering for you and your loved one to remember!
PLAN A GAMES NIGHT
If Christmas was the last time you and your loved one got competitive with a boardgame, then this is the perfect idea for a date night this Valetntine's!
Pull out those old chess boards and challenge your partner to a board game duel. Pick games specifically made for two players like Scrabble, Chess or cards and have a night of fun!
If you need a little help with what boardgames to buy, check out our Top 10 Boardgames to buy HERE!
Takeaway Night In
This Valentine's Day, consider a cosy night in! Dining out isn't for everybody, or can end up feeling repetetive, there are plenty of other date ideas out there!
Luckily Swindon plays host to a number of divine restaurants that offer a takeaway service. Take a look at them HERE!
So you can surprise your loved one with their favourite food in the comfort of your own home this Valentine's Day!
BREAKFAST IN BED
Making breakfast in bed may be an oldie, but it's definitely a goodie.
Surprise your loved one with their favourite breakfast in bed, whether it be a tower of fluffy American pancakes, a classic full English or a fancy eggs benedict.
Valentine's Day being on a Wednesday this year means its' the perfect opportunity to have a delicious breakfast in bed to set your loved one up for a great day at work! Treat them to breakfast in bed, and you could even keep the surprises coming with a homemade dinner once you're home!