The open fires of the charming cottages are what books are written about, while the entire district offers a conveyor belt of magical hotels. Mosey on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway for old-fashioned charm before checking in on William Wordsworth's house
📍Isle of Skye
Scotland’s rugged north-west goes about its business as only it can, with alluring villages and medieval castles that create the perfect environment for a spot of romance. Book a night in a yurt for the ultimate back-to-basics experience
📍Portmeirion
Fancy the quaintness of an Italian village mixed with the unrelenting charm of the Welsh? Designed and built in the twentieth century by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion is a treasure trove of gorgeous buildings and romantic nooks
📍Giant’s Causeway
Legend suggests that the causeway was built by a giant looking to shorten the distance to his great love, but he expended so much energy on that he died in the arms of his love. Take in the majesty of the scenery before heading on a hike
📍Brighton
England’s south-coast stunner is one of the most exciting cities in Europe and might just be the friendliest in England. The city’s collection of boutique hotels, vintage shops and thrilling nightclubs make for a tremendous romantic getaway
📍Pembrokeshire
This is Wales at its most magnificent, with epic walks mapped out above some of the UK’s best beaches. There are no bad choices when it comes to stops, but Dale makes a great base from which to discover the magic of Pembrokeshire
📍Dunfermline
Dunfermline flies under the radar somewhat as visitors flock to Edinburgh, Glasgow and the Highlands. Scotland’s ancient capital is packed with grandeur. Visit Dunfermline Abbey, the tomb of Robert the Bruce, St Margaret’s Cave and verdant Pittencrieff Park
📍York
The northern charmer has long had a reputation for being one of England’s most romantic spots. Its narrow streets conjure up nostalgic ideas of love and longing in a different time. It also happens to be one of the country’s most exciting gastronomic cities
📍St Ives
The views over St Ives Bay are swoon-worthy, while the beauty of Porthminster Beach and St Michael’s Mount speak for themselves. Round it all off with dinner at Cellar Bistro, a down-to-earth boutique spot with buckets of charm and delicious food to boot
📍Liverpool
The city on the Mersey has been through times good and bad but an indomitable spirit runs through the heart of it, making it a metaphor for love in city form. Be sure to take a slow stroll down Lark Lane (Aigburth), one of the most idyllic streets in northern England
📍Brecon Beacons
One of the most beautiful parts of Wales, the Brecon Beacons are overflowing with romantic experiences. Dig out the climbing boots and hike to the top of Pen y Fan, or amble down the Montgomeryshire and Brecon Canal. Then stop for food at The Felin Fach Griffin
📍North Norfolk coast
Norfolk's coastline is right up there with the best around. The nostalgia of its seaside towns is accentuated by windswept beach walks and fish and chip shops. Cromer is also a real treat, with artisanal coffee shops doubling as art galleries
📍Carrickfergus
A small town just 11 miles from Belfast, Carrickfergus shimmers with the confidence of a town that knows its place in history. Artists and poets have flocked here for centuries, using the gorgeous setting of Carrickfergus Castle for inspiration
📍Edinburgh
The Scottish capital boasts dramatic old buildings backed by famous streets. The Balmoral Hotel offers views of the Old Town and Royal Mile, and the comfy beds will provide plenty of rest. That’s important after you’ve climbed up to Arthur’s Seat
📍Bath
Spas are wonderfully romantic things, and they don’t come much more alluring than those found in Bath. Punt on the river and admire the iconic architecture before sipping cocktails and getting lost in gastronomic heaven
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