Top 10 Ways To Love Leeds More This Valentine’s Day

Visit Leeds (www.visitleeds.co.uk) the city’s official tourism body, has released the Top 10 things to do and places to stay to help visitors plan their Valentine’s Day 2010.

Top 10 Things to do in Leeds

1. Book a box at Leeds Grand Theatre for Opera North’s spellbinding performance of La Boheme .
2. Hold hands as you ice skate on the UK’s largest temporary ice rink The Ice Cube and warm up afterwards with a mug of hot chocolate!
3. Your funny Valentine will love nothing more than a few giggles at The HiFi Club comedy night.
4. Take half an hour out to visit the Elemis Spapod at Harvey Nichols. Highly skilled therapists perform power-booster facials in the world’s first intelligent massage chair.
5. For a special Valentine’s night treat pick up some lingerie at the risqué Agent Provocateur boutique in the Victoria Quarter.
6. If you’re thinking about popping the question visit the Amore jewellery showcase at Leeds Craft Centre & Design Gallery for unique, affordable pieces.
7. Raise a toast to yourselves at Epernay champagne bar. They stock an extensive range of vintage, rare and exclusive bottles and the stylish surroundings are perfect for sampling bubbles until the early hours.
8. Experience James Turrell’s Skyspace artwork at sunset followed by a delicious evening meal at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
9. If you fancy a romantic meal with lively entertainment book a table at Bibi’s Italianissimo restaurant and enjoy the 9- piece ‘Schwing’ band playing classic tunes to get you up and dancing.
10. Snuggle up with your loved one at one of the UK’s oldest cinemas The Hyde Park Picture House showing both the heart-warming French favourite Amelie and touching Norwegian vampire flick Let The Right One In over the Valentines weekend.

Why not book a short break in Leeds to make the most of all the events on offer? If you’re spoilt for choice, find inspiration with Visit Leeds’ list of the 10 most romantic places to stay in the city:

1. Chic, unique and boutique, Quebecs’ elegant bedrooms and suites provide the perfect oasis for a romantic stay. Enjoy a glass of Champagne on arrival with nibbles, discover rose petals on the bed, luxury bubble bath to unwind, L’Occitane’s ‘Try Me’ travel kit to keep, a luxury double room plus breakfast from £150 per night. www.theetoncollection.com
2. The Queen’s Hotel is Leeds landmark hotel, with a beautiful art deco interior, located on City Square. Double rooms start at £89 including breakfast. Tickets for the hotel’s Valentine’s dinner dance featuring a 4 course meal and a Frank Sinatra tribute act are just £34.95 each. www.qhotels.co.uk
3. For pure relaxation head to the Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa. For £149 enjoy a 3 course dinner in the restaurant, a full English breakfast, unlimited use of the spa and fluffy robes for use during your stay. www.thorpeparkhotel.com
4. Book a Valentines break at the stylish and contemporary Woodlands and receive a bottle of Champagne in your room on arrival, a 3 course candlelit dinner and full Yorkshire breakfast in the morning from £199 per room. www.tomahawkhotels.co.uk
5. De Vere Oulton Hall is a lavish retreat with a golf course and spa alongside luxury accommodation. A 2 night break for 2 people in February starts from £149 including dinner on the first night, wine in your room on arrival and a late checkout. www.devere.co.uk
6. If you fancy a view of the city from a hot tub, check into the penthouse suite at The Chambers serviced apartments. Book a superior apartment this Valentine’s weekend and receive a complimentary bottle of champagne! www.morethanjustabed.com
7. From £195 per night you can enjoy a glorious suite at Malmaison, champagne on ice, chocolate dipped strawberries, aromatic oils and candles, a chilled Mal CD and that all important champagne breakfast in your room. That’s Mal life. www.malmaison-leeds.com
8. Snuggle up with this romantic package for one night at the riverside 42 The Calls hotel in Leeds. Stay in a deluxe double room with an ice cold bottle of Champagne, rose petals on the bed, sensual bath oil, delicious chocolates and a full Yorkshire breakfast for two in the morning. Prices from £170 per night. www.42thecalls.co.uk
9. Treat your loved one to an evening away from it all, with the Romance @ Roomzzz package. Pamper yourself with Espa soothing massage oil and chill out and watch one of a wide selection of movies in the privacy of your luxury apartment. Enjoy some Haagen Dazs ice cream & a huge bar of Green & Blacks organic chocolate and chocolate drink. Prices from £69 per apartment per night at weekends, plus £29.95 for the Romance package. www.roomzzz.co.uk
10. Whisk your loved one off to City Inn Leeds to celebrate Valentines. 2 nights from £149 includes a bottle of Champagne on arrival, a romantic 3 course evening meal on one night, special free gift for your loved one, a double room, delicious breakfast on both mornings and a 2pm checkout. With stunning views of the city, the Skylounge bar is also a fantastic place to propose! www.cityinn.com