Hate Valentine’s? We’ve got the antidote
The lovey-dovey feelings of Valentine’s Day aren’t for everyone. So why not grab your mates for a great day out, making the most of our small groups’ discount.
1. London
Adults only London Dungeon lates
Experience the London Dungeon after hours with the first late of 2020. Spend your evening in the historic streets of Jack the Ripper, beginning at a Victorian Gin Palace with a complimentary tot of gin. After meeting Sweeny Todd and Mrs Lovett and escaping the plague, the finale is an exhilarating drop ride which may leave you in need of a stiff drink. Luckily for you, the dungeon Tavern awaits.
When: 14 February
Price: £29 (Ticket includes two alcoholic beverages)
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2. Newcastle
Skating at Life
The festive period might be over but there's still plenty of time to enjoy a hot drink with your friends at the open-air ice rink at the Centre for Life. Grab your mates for a spin around the ice and make the most of your trip with a combo ticket to visit the Life Science Centre's 4D Motion Ride, amazing planetarium, live theatre shows and brilliant hands-on activities.
When: until 24 February
Price: Adult tickets from £10
Skating at Life © Life Science Centre
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3. Leeds
Escape Valentine's
We can't think of a better way to spend Valentine's than locked in a room with your nearest and dearest. Leeds has a huge selection of escape rooms to choose from and our friends at Leeds List have reviewed them for you. Why not take a trip to the culture capital of Yorkshire and put your minds to the test this February and save the city!
When: Daily
Price: From £7.50
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4. York
Beer heaven at the Brew York beer hall
Brew York might be another play on New York - but this is a not-to-be-missed Old York special. The tap room and beer hall is the perfect location to pile your pals into a long table in the heart of the atmosphere, with the freshest beers and burgers in town. With a selection of over 50 cask ales, IPAs, porters and more to try from, you're sure to find your Fairytale of Brew York.
When: 12pm-11pm Tuesday - Sunday. Open until 9pm on Sundays
Price: Beers start from as little as £1.20 for 1/3, burgers are from £8
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5. Edinburgh
Laugh yourself silly at The Stand
Spend your evening with like-minded singletons at The Stand comedy club in Edinburgh. With a host of hilarious stand-up comics, this Anti-Valentine's day show is the perfect antidote to those Valentine blues.
When: 11 February, doors open at 7.30pm
Price: From £3.00 to £6.00
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