Top 10 ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in Bristol

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1) Romeo and Juliet at The Bierkeller Theatre

Just in time for Valentine's Day, this production by local theatre company Thrice Three Muses offers a twist on the classic tale, with Juliet - a strict Catholic - falling for the liberal female Romeo. From Tuesday February 14 - 23; tickets £8.50 in advance or £10 on door. To book call the box office on 0117 930 4264.

2) The Valentine’s Day Surprise at Bordeaux Quay

Surprise your partner with a romantic restaurant-quality meal at home (with a little help!) Spend the afternoon with a professional chef learning how to make a delicious dinner for two - then take away your prepared ingredients, recipe cards and a bottle of bubbly and treat your beloved to an unforgettable three-course supper. Tuesday February 14 from 2.30pm - 5pm; £75. For more info click here.

3) Lunchtime Concert - Leporello Quartet at Colston Hall

Enjoy a bite-size lunchtime concert with the Royal Academy of Music's Leporello Quartet. This Spring, the Quartet is working alongside conductor Trevor Pinnock to perform and record the chamber version of Mahler's Fourth Symphony. Tuesday February 14 at 1.05pm; tickets £5. For more info click here.

4) 'Cheep' romance at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Embrace all that's romantic at Bristol Zoo Gardens on Valentine's Day without breaking the bank with entry for two adults for just £20. Enjoy a dreamy day out and visit the Zoo's very own loved-up couples including Asiatic lions Shiva and Kamal, giant tortoises Biggie and Twiggie and Western Lowland gorillas Jock and Romina. Tuesday February 14 from 9am - 5pm. Download the voucher here.

5) Valentine's Ball at DoubleTree by Hilton, Cadbury House

Experience a fantastic live journey through the 60's, 70's and 80's with Boogie Avenue, including pink fizz reception, three-course dinner and disco. Saturday February 11; £35 per person; black tie optional. For more info click here or call 01934 834 343.

6) Art Lovers: Single’s Night at The RWA on Valentine’s Day

A good opportunity to meet other art-lovers and maybe start a little romance of your own. View the current exhibitions and get to know each other over a glass of wine in the beautiful surroundings of the RWA. Tuesday February 14 from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. For more info click here or call 0117 973 3171.

7) Ceroc Switch Valentine's Freestyle at the Greenway Centre

If music be the food of love, then Ceroc - a lively fusion of salsa, ballroom, hip hop, tango and jive - is sure to get the pheromones flowing. This Valentine's Freestyle begins with a class at 8.45pm, with DJs spinning the best of modern jive tracks, blues, Latin, tango, West Coast, soul and R&B. Saturday February 11 from 8pm - 2am; tickets £10 before 9-30pm £11 after on the door. For more info click here

8) Bristol Folk House Film Nights present... A Valentine's Day Special 'How to Murder Your Wife'

Escape the schmaltz this Valentine's Day with a screening of this 1965 classic starring Jack Lemmon and Terry Thomas. Witty, colourful and definitely of its time, this film is guaranteed to raise a smile. Tuesday February 14 at 7.30pm; tickets £3. For more info click here or call the Folk House on 0117 926 2987.

9) Love Food Festival Valentine's Day Special at Paintworks

Foodies will fall in love with this gorgeous market overflowing with delicious food and drink -with a few aphrodisiac numbers thrown in for good measure! Be serenaded by Dearlove String Quartet as you enjoy afternoon tea served on fine vintage china in the Love Café. There's plenty to keep children entertained too, with a cooking demo area, art and craft activities and the world famous Love Food pancake race. Sunday February 12 from 10.30am to 4pm. Free entry. For more info click here.

10) Bristol Blaise Bullie Walk - Valentine's Special

Who said Valentine's Day was just for humans? This 'Bullie' (Bull Terrier) walk around Bristol's picturesque Blaise Castle Estate will be a treat for pooches as well as their owners. There is - of course - a 'love' theme, so dress your dog appropriately and they might be lucky enough to pick up a date! Valentine's treats for both people and pups will be available for a suggested donation. Sunday February 12 from 1pm - 4pm. For more info click here

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  • Profile image for Pogo_T_Clown

    by Pogo_T_Clown

    Monday, January 09 2012, 2:31PM

    “Or spend £8.50 on a card, bottle of wine and a bar of chocolate from Tesco, then let her watch her Lewis DVD box set. At my time of life, that's high passion.”

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