Wooing on the water
February 14th is one day in the year when we rightly expect to be swept off our feet in a haze of red roses and sparkling champagne.
But if overcrowded restaurants and overpriced chocolates are leaving you cold, why not up the tempo and surprise your partner with a romantic day out in the country?
The waterways are jam-packed with amorous locations just asking to be picked for a romantic rendez-vous. Here's a small selecton to get you started.
Dove Cottage
This Valentine’s day, follow in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and have a dreamy day out in Grasmere, the Lake District. The scenery around Dove Cottage, Wordsworth’s home for eight and a half years, was beautiful enough to inspire some of his greatest poetry. Take a stroll around ‘the loveliest spot that man hath found’, gaze into the tranquil lake, and maybe you’ll find the words to woo the love of your life.
The Broads
A world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the Broads are a haven of slow-flowing rivers, age-old villages and exhilarating views. Spend a lazy weekend taking romantic strolls, arm in arm along the water, enjoying candle-lit dinners in a waterside pub, or simply sitting back, relaxing and watching the Broadland wildlife.
Loch Ness
Loch Ness is famous for being the home of ‘Nessie’, a gigantic monster long thought to inhabit the loch. But don’t let this put your off! The frightening tales of what lurks beneath the still blue water have all but obscured the real reason you should visit this Scottish lake; stunning views, acres of ruggedly beautiful countryside and the dramatic ruins of Urquhart Castle standing by. Once one of the biggest castles in Scotland, Urquhart is now a favourite hide-out for eagle-eyed fans hoping to catch a glimpse of the eponymous monster.
Temple Island
This Valentine’s Day, why not wrap up warm and take a romantic stroll along one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Thames – Temple Island. Although the island is not open to the public, the setting is so romantic that people have been getting married on it for years. Opposite the unique location lie peaceful water meadows and the island is also close to the picturesque town of Henley –the perfect location for a romantic afternoon in itself.
St. Cyr’s Church (Cotswolds)
St. Cyr’s Church has looked out over the tranquil Stroudwater Navigation for hundreds of years. Today, its idyllic location, in the heart of the enchanting Cotswolds, continues to capture the imagination of visitors from all over the word. The honey-hued village of Stonehouse - and the surrounding acres of unspoiled countryside – are simply breathtaking.
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