StyleNest are waving goodbye to forced romance this Feb 14th and saying hello to fun and flirty alternative Valentine’s Day ideas in and around London.
If you are bored of stuffy restaurants with set menus and a token rose then see StyleNest’s roundup of the best Valentine’s Day ideas and things to do, from star gazing to dining in the dark.
Click here to see StyleNest’s roundup of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for men.
Valentine Stars
What can be more romantic than a spot of star gazing with your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Gaze through the Victorian telescope and count your lucky stars at The Royal Observatory and perhaps even make a wish on a shooting star.
When: 14 February
Where: Royal Observatory Greenwich, Blackheath Avenue, SE10 8XJ
From: 17:25
Price: £28
Dans Le Noir
Rekindle the romance and create and air od suspense by dining in the dark and stimulate the senses for an unforgettable experience that will allow you two to focus on the things that really matter.
When: 14 February
Where: 30-31 Clerkenwell Green, EC1R 0DU
Price: £42
The Georgian Valentine’s Ball
Fill your Valentine’s Day with a Georgian inspired banquet at the British Library with a historical feast and interactive performance of musicians.
When: 14 February
Where: The British Library, 96 Euston Road, London, NW1 2DB
From: 19:30-22:30
Price: £35
Valentine’s Champagne Experience
Now we know presenting your loved one with a panoramic view of London is quite a slushy gesture, but we had to put it in there for all those romantics out there, and there really is no better view. Enjoy the luxury views of the Thames whilst sipping a glass of Pommery Brut Royal champagne and indulging in a selection of Hotel Chocolat chocolates.
When: 14 February
Where: EDF Energy London Eye, Riverside Building, Country Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB
Price: £31.54
American Psycho
If you’re looking for an alternative date night and fancy seeing the coolest show in the Capital, then take to the stage with American Psycho at Islington’s Almeida theatre. A musical thriller based around the character Patrick Bateman, this cosy production will get your heart pumping and you jumping in your seat reaching for your other half.
When: 14 February
Where: Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street, Islington, London, N1 1TA
From: 19:30
Price: £45
Dipping Into Chocolate
We all know the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and we all know the way to a woman’s heart is through chocolate so dip into chocolate this Valentine’s Day with a hands on experience that teaches you to make delicious sweet treats. The chefs at Jamie Oliver Recipease will teach you how to make the perfect ganache and truffles as well as smooth chocolate mousse, before tucking into the treats with a glass of wine.
When: 14 February
Where: Notting Hill, Clapham Junction, Brighton
From: 16:00
Price: £60
Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Don’t just go to the cinema this Valentine’s Day, experience the cinema with the Future Cinema group. Transforming locations, the social cinema experience brings you Who Framed Roger Rabbit for their latest movie magic at the Troxy.
When: 14 February
Where: Troxy, 490 Commercial Rd, London E1 0HX
Price: £47.10
Night Safari
Discover nature with two exciting tours at the Natural History Museum. The Night Safari exhibits the beautiful side of nature as well as the ugly side of the natural world. An experience not to be missed.
When: 14 February
Where: Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD
From: 19:00-22:00
Price: £28
Valentine’s Single Bill
If you’re single and anti-Valentine’s Day this year, grab your girlfriend and head down to the Riverside Studios for the Valentine’s Single Bill of Breakfast at Tiffany’s. With a choice of a two course meal and film for £30 or three course meal and film for £35, you and the girls can go solo in style this Valentine’s Day.
When: 14 February
Where: Riverside Studios, Crisp Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 9RL
From: 18:30
Price: £8.50
