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The Ultimate Guide to Valentines Day

Our top tips for tackling the most romantic day of the year!

February 14th is fast approaching, and Five Valleys is here to help! Whether you are new to the whole Valentines thing or a dating pro, we've got you covered this Valentines at Five Valleys - just find your level below to start your path towards romantic success!

Beginner (will you be my valentine?)

Flowers are a Valentines staple, and in our opinion are crucial for those celebrating their first Valentines day! Starting at only £10, The Lily Pad can provide you with a beautiful handmade bouquet guaranteed to brighten anyone's day. If you aren't able to make it in store, they offer flower delivery on their website - but be sure to order these in advance!

Chocolates (or any sweet treat really!) are another must-have, and there's a lot to pick from! Head to Home Bargains or Tesco Express for the classic gift box brands like Cadburys and Lindt, but for something a bit more special, why not check out the patisserie selection at Bon Macaron? Pick up a box of their pick and mix macarons which are sure to wow your date (they are a great gluten-free option, too!). If you want to impress a brownie-lover, head to Baked for You and grab 5 of their incredible brownies or bakes in a gift box for only £12.50! And if your crush prefers cakes, Kitchen Witch Cakery has a mouth-watering range of cupcakes and cake slices!

 Intermediate (not your first rodeo!)

You've successfully wooed with the basics, now it's time to step up your game with a fun date! As Valentines falls on a Friday this year, take advantage of Stroud Bowl's Fiver Friday deal and bowl for only £5 per person per game after 7pm - winner buys dinner!

Speaking of dinner, we have lots of great options to suit all budgets. If you're cooking at home, grab some quality ingredients from Knights Butchers and Armadeli and get your apron on! But if you don't want to cook, our food market (open until 8pm on Valentines Day!) is the perfect destination if you can't agree on what to eat - just grab your favourites and sit together in our communal seating area! For a more formal dinner, make a reservation at Fat Toni's Pizzeria (or order online for delivery for a cosy and effortless night in!

Get personal with your gifting and get them something you know they'll love. Are they a Rough Hands regular? Pop in and buy a bag of their favourite coffee blend! Do they have a signature scent? Check out the fragrance department at Sandersons and stock up!

Expert (taking the next step!)

It's time to get serious! Show your love with a personalised jewellery piece from Pandora. Ready to pop the question? The experts at F.Hinds can help you find the perfect ring to suit any budget, and with their free ring size adjustment service, you don't have to worry about getting the perfect fit on the first try! 

We can't help with a proposal location (as much as we would love to see a Five Valleys proposal!) so you'll have to figure that out yourself, but there are lots of gorgeous locations throughout Stroud and the Cotswolds!

 No matter where you are on your romantic journey, Five Valleys has everything you need to make this Valentine's Day unforgettable – so let us help you celebrate love, no matter what level you're at!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shop & Eat

Whether it's household products, beauty, fashion or gifts you need, Five Valleys has a wide range of unique independent retailers - as well as a number of national, well-loved brands to choose from. You'll find everything from everyday essentials to something just that little bit special. We're also home to good food, a range of key services and we provide a choice of venues to entertain the family - including a Vue cinema and bowling.

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