Romantic breaks and getaways
Spoil your loved one with a romantic weekend break in 2021. England is full of fairytale castles and tranquil beaches; the perfect backdrops to a romantic getaway. Climb to the top of a historical cathedral and propose, or punt your special someone down the serene River Cam; there are a plethora of romantic break ideas to choose from. Discover hot-tubs hiding in forests, suites in castles with four-poster beds and an array of Michelin-starred romantic restaurants and vineyards. Find the perfect romantic weekend break for couples right here in England and start planning for 2021.
Hide away in a period apartment for two
Escape the everyday by dropping off your bags off at Foxwood, a charming 18th century bolthole near Norwich.
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
A little taste of heaven at Hoar Cross Hall Spa Resort
A Grade II listed stately home retreat that pairs period style with modern luxury and attentive service.
Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire
Revel in a riverside romance at Norfolk Mead Hotel
The Norfolk village of Coltishall, only 6 miles from Norwich and set on the edge of the Broads, offers plenty of romantic things to do by the river.
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Explore London’s hidden gems on a romantic city break
Treat yourself to some new purchases, catch a show or just snap the sights along the River Thames on a romantic city break in London.
Location: London
Try some luxury without all the fuss at Dormy House
You won’t find tractors or pigsties anymore at Dormy House; instead this former farmhouse has all the luxuries of a top hotel without that infernal stuffiness.
Location: Broadway, Worcestershire
Escape on a romantic trip to the South Downs
Make a break to the countryside this winter with a loved one and tuck yourself away in Flint Barns, situated in the heart of the South Downs.
Location: Alfriston, near Eastbourne
Retreat to your very own wood cabin in the forest
Double sunken baths, riverside walks and panoramic views make this luxury forest retreat a truly romantic destination.
Location: Shadwell, Norfolk
Enjoy a rural escape at Kitley House Hotel
This 500 year old country house is set in the heart of the South Devon countryside making it the perfect destination for a relaxing and enjoyable break.
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Look for love in the heart of Cropton Forest
Whether it’s the sight of roe deer at dawn or the hoot of an owl at dusk, there’s animal magnetism at work at the Forest Holidays site at Cropton.
Location: Pickering, North Yorkshire
Stay in a cottage built by an amazing Victorian inventor
Experience Cragside in Northumberland as many have never seen it before – by staying in the spectacular and dramatic grounds of the Cragside Estate.
Location: Rothbury, Northumberland
Snuggle up in luxury on the Northumberland Coast
Five star luxury, romantic walks along the spectacular Northumberland Coast, cosy up in front of a smouldering fire and fresh locally sourced food.
Location: Newton by the Sea, Northumberland
Book your very own butler on a romantic getaway to York
Treat your loved one to a luxurious break at the five-star Grand Hotel & Spa in York, including a penthouse suite with your very own butler.
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Enjoy a stay in this unique holiday home
Stay in Hill House Hall on Woodbridge’s Market Hill, one of the oldest houses in Suffolk packed with personality and surprises.
Location: Woodbridge, Suffolk
Fall for Lavenham’s medieval charm on a romantic winter break
Cobbled streets, great shopping and quaint buildings make this village one of the most romantic places in the UK.
Location: Lavenham, Suffolk
Woo your loved one on the Lord Byron trail
Discover the romantic escapes of poet Lord Byron, England's most notorious romantic poet, on a visit to his ancestral heartland in Nottinghamshire.
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Spoil yourselves in North Yorkshire’s country hideaways
Hidden away in spectacular grounds are luxurious grand halls and country houses where you can really spoil the one you love.
Location: Harrogate/Masham, North Yorkshire
Pamper your partner with a stylish rural retreat in Yorkshire
In a serene setting on the edge of the stunning North York Moors, the Feversham Arms boasts superb dining options, elegant rooms and a full spa.
Location: Helmsley, North Yorkshire
Plan a romantic escape to Malmaison Oxford
Enjoy chocolate dipped strawberries in a converted prison on a romantic break in Oxford.
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Enjoy a romantic winter break in Manchester
Experience everything Manchester has to offer this winter, with a charming romantic city break in the Northwest’s cultural hub.
Location: Manchester
Enjoy a country escape at Babington House in Somerset
If you like your romantic countryside hideaway to come with a cutting edge private members’ feel, Babington House will be right up your street.
Location: Frome, Somerset
Escape to the Lancashire countryside on a romantic spa trip
Indulge yourself at Woodland Spa in Lancashire and take your pick from a wealth of relaxing treatments – from facials and manicures to holistic treatments.
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
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