3 - Glamping
Weekends away create an adventure of their own and now with so many options for all budgets, you can find some really superb deals. With everything from camping pods to treehouses, thanks to websites such as canopy and stars and air bnb, finding a romantic getaway is easier than ever. To avoid booking fees, we recommend trying to find the owner's contact details or personal website.
You never know! If you get to know the owner, they may be happy to offer a repeat booking for the following year with a little discount!
4 - Learn To Surf On The Perfect Wave
Get ready for beach season by learning to surf on an artificial wave! These venues are becoming more and more accessible for beginners with 'Surf Snowdonia' leading the way and the more recent 'The Wave' in Bristol following in their footsteps. Both locations can be combined perfectly for a city break in Bristol or a hike in the Snowdonia national park, and the artificial locations provide lessons for all abilities on a near-perfect wave. Similar to snowboarding and skiing if you fancy an exhilarating day on a perfect wave then this could be the way to go!
5 - Indoor Rock Climbing
After the incredible nail-biting film 'Free Solo', the interest in climbing has grown rapidly and access to this challenging sport has improved with clip-and-climb venues appearing all over the UK. If you and your partner want a Valentine's Day date that will test your nerve and perhaps introduce you to a new sport you regularly pursue together, pop into your nearest climbing centre and get involved with a taster session. The climbing scene comes with a supportive community and can lead to some great days out in the UK’s National Parks.
If heights are not your thing, bouldering may be more your speed. It's similar to climbing in many ways, but the walls are a lot shorter and there is no rope to support you. Don't worry though, if you fall then you'll just land on some pretty cosy crash mats. 'The Climbing Hangar' and 'The Depot' are two of the main bouldering centers we're aware of, but there are sure to be others dotted around the UK.