Great Manchester Run announces February challenge to get your heart racing
29 January 2021
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The Valentine’s themed challenge is the perfect run buddy to keep you moving through February
Valentine's Day in Manchester
We’re all heart here in Manchester. The whole city region has a special sense of civic pride and love. Valentine’s Day is no exception, however, we’re here if you need some inspiration during this strange time.
Olivier Award winner Sam Tutty, Emily Redpath and Derek Jacobi star in a new filmed theatre production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet directed by Nick Evans. Online Stream between Sat 13 Feb – Sat 27 Feb 2021, tickets £15.
The award-winning team of Bhaji Pala is bringing you the complex arrays of tastes, textures and ingredients of western Indian vegetarian cooking, giving a new meaning to the green veggies and herbs. Bhaji Pala are open for pre-orders through their website to be collected or delivered during restaurant timings.hours
This symbolic and stunning piece of jewellery by Manuka MCR is designed to keep on giving. Eco-friendly jewellery that gives back to nature. Manuka are helping save the bees by donating 10% of profits to the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Lovingly designed in the UK’s bee capital, Manchester, this bee-inspired 14k gold plated pendant necklace is an iconic addition to any jewellery collection.
Enjoy a date night like no other with one of our Lockdown & Thrill Valentine’s packages, the perfect way to spend February 14th with your Valentine, even if it’s virtually! Travel (from your sofa) to new worlds this Valentine’s Day as you adventure to wild destinations with one of our play at home games whilst sipping On The Beach cocktails and snacking on beautifully hand decorated Oreos.
The chefs at Cherry Tree in Blackrod have been busy creating a luxurious three-course Valentine’s menu packed with gorgeous dishes for you to enjoy with your favourite person at home. Dishes include King Prawn Orecchiette Pasta, Duck Liver Pate, 28 Day Aged Ribeye Steak and Lobster Mac & Cheese. Plus, of course, we have some amazing sharing desserts! Strawberry & White Chocolate Cheesecake, Chocolate Platter and Cheese & Biscuits will finish off your Valentine’s at home dining experience perfectly!
Spoil yourself and your partner with a romantic meal delivered directly to your home from The River Restaurant. Enjoy a decadent and romantic four-course dinner complete with a bottle of Champagne should you choose to do so. As with our other @HOME packages, this is no different and the food is 80% prepared for you and ready to go. Some assembly and cooking are required, but this is explained in the methodology card that is enclosed in the box making it easy for you.
At Hip Flask scour the globe in order to bring the best craft beers from brewers to your doorstep. They aim to take you on a journey of beer discovery, and with their boxes you will discover the perfect blend of flavour, character and strength that will please the palate of all beer-lovers. Hip Flask Manchester offer free delivery local delivery (Manchester and some surrounding areas) or £4 for national delivery. They also offer free UK delivery on all purchases over £50.
Sync have decided to put on a spectacular winter sale to give you the opportunity to get your hands on some great tech! Save up to 70% on a selection of Apple products – with deals on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple accessories and Mac. Shop now, pay later. Klarna lets you pay 30 days after delivery or in three equal instalments –interest-free.
Whether you’re feeling racy or you just love running, our February Accumulator is the perfect run buddy to keep you moving through the month. Complete 14 runs (or more) of any distance in February and earn yourself a special medal, the best Valentine’s gift a runner could ask for. Running & medals, it really is a marriage made in heaven! To spice things up, there is also an optional distance challenge, with a bespoke digital certificate awarded to anyone who completes a distance award. The challenge starts on 1 February and ends on 28 February. You can join anytime from now up to Wednesday 10 February at 10am, when entries close. It costs £15 to join – your challenge joining fee includes a unique finishers medal, access to training plans & tips, access to our online tracking tool, and support throughout the challenge. Whether you do it for fun, for me time, to raise money for charity, or to challenge yourself… whatever your intentions, run your heart out in February.
News from the heart of Manchester
Manchester Valentine’s ideas if you’re on your own this year
9 February 2021
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From wine tasting without waste and great solo dining offers to an online cabaret and virtual speed dating
Cook the perfect steak this Valentine’s with help from The Cherry Tree
2 February 2021
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The award-winning Bolton restaurant has created a seductive three-course menu so you can dine in style at home
Kellogg’s launch pink Coco Pops made in Manchester in time for Valentine’s
3 February 2021
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The limited-edition Coco Pops combine the flavours of white chocolate and juicy strawberries – and they’ll turn the milk pink
Love is in the air at The Great Northern with inspired Valentine’s ideas
1 February 2021
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From a romantic Spanish feast or spicy takeaway to chocolate gifts and virtual yoga, Great Northern has you covered
Valentine’s gift ideas from Manchester with love
5 February 2021
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From food and drink to jewellery and tech, there’s bound to be a gift that’s just right – and you can support local businesses too