10 ideas for a last minute Valentine's date in Leeds

If you’ve let Valentine’s Day creep up on you without putting any special plans in place, there’s still time to salvage the romance and make the best of the occasion.

Whether you’re in a relationship, looking for love, or just wanting to spend quality time with your loved ones, here are a few last-minute ideas on how to spend the day in Leeds.

Relive a movie classic

Enjoy a twilight concert of classic hits from the hit film Breakfast At Tiffany’s, performed by the Chorus of Opera North, before drifting back to 1960s Manhattan as you settle in to watch the love story play out on the big screen.

Visit: Howard Assembly Room, 46 New Briggate, LS1 6NU – operanorth.co.uk

Take a romantic stroll

Take advantage of the many picturesque spots dotted around the city and keep things simple with a romantic stroll around the popular Golden Acre Park. With a circular lakeside walk, pretty gardens and woodland, and an on-site café, it’s an idyllic spot to spend some quality time together.

Visit: Golden Acre Park, Arthington Road, Bramhope, LS16 8BQ – leeds.gov.uk

Go out and mingle

Further North bar is encouraging people to get in touch with their artsy side this Valentine’s Day at this singles only art workshop, where you can have fun meeting new people and getting creative.

Visit: Further North, 194 Harrogate Road, LS7 4NZ – eventbrite.co.uk

Head to the fair

Seek out high speed thrills with a visit to the legendary Valentine’s fun fair on the Elland Road car parks, where there will be more than 100 attractions on offer to enjoy, including roller coasters, dodgems, ghost trains and a 33 metre observation wheel.

Visit: Elland Road car parks, Leeds United FC, LS11 0ES – leedsvalentinesfair.co.uk

Celebrate with friends

Gather your closest friends and head to Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen for their special ‘Palentine’s Day’ event, where they will be screening the hit films When Harry Met Sally and 10 Things I Hate About You, with delicious food on offer to indulge in and free entry.

Visit: Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen, 1-1A Cross Belgrave Street, LS2 8JP – belgravemusichall.com

Visit the animals

If you’re seeking a quieter and more low-key way to spend Valentine’s Day, why not escape the busy restaurants and head for the sanctuary of Tropical World, where you can meet the animals and explore a variety of habitats.

Visit: Princes Avenue, Roundhay Park, LS8 2ER – tropicalworld.leeds.gov.uk

Sip cocktails in the sky

Boasting superb panoramic views across the city from its 13th floor rooftop setting, you’d be hard pushed to find a better location to indulge in a few cocktails and tasty food, against a backdrop of music.

Visit: Sky Lounge, 2 Wharf Approach, Granary Wharf, LS1 4BR – leedsskylounge.co.uk

Soak up some culture

Take a step back in time with a wander down the recreated Victorian streets at Abbey House Museum, where you can visit the pub, pay a visit to the Sunday School, and mosey around the shops and houses, before heading across the road to the beautiful Kirkstall Abbey for a peaceful stroll.

Visit: Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, LS5 3EH – leeds.gov.uk

Indulge in a grand high tea

Swap a set three course meal for the sweet indulgence of afternoon tea in the grand setting of Harewood House. After a healthy dose of tea and cake, take a look around the garden and grounds and be sure to pay a visit to the animals, where you can meet goats, rabbits and penguins.

Visit: Harewood House, Sandy Gate, Harewood, LS17 9LG – harewood.org

Go gift hunting

Instead of suffering the stress of picking out a gift yourself, why not head out on a joint shopping with your loved one and pick out something together? The Victoria Quarter is certainly the grandest of the city’s shopping arcades and it’s brimming with luxury shops, giving you plenty of choice.

Visit: Victoria Quarter, George Street, LS2 7AU – victorialeeds.co.uk