Valentine's Day is just around the corner and at Visit Exeter, we're feeling the love! If you're planning on treating your special someone to a gift or experience this February look no further - we've gathered ideas from across the city to inspire you...

Something sweet

If you're purchasing for someone with a sweet tooth, you're in luck! Head to award-winning Chococo on Gandy Street and select from a wide range of chocolate assortment boxes, lollies and figures - the only problem you'll have is choosing!

If they stop everytime they walk past Roly's Fudge to take in the mouth-watering smell, you just have to pick up a box! Made using the best natural and carefully sourced ingredients, all of their boxes are wrapped by hand for a personal fudge gift experience.

A local brew or spirit

In Exeter, there's an alcohol to suit any taste! Check out Exeter Brewery for local beers, ciders and ales,or Exeter Gin for the gin lover in your life!

New on the scene is Exeter Rum. Featuring warming notes of coffee beans, sweet tones of salted caramel, this specially blended rum has the same earthy signature botanicals as Exeter Gin! Purchase your bottle here

InExeter or Princesshay Gift Card

InExeter’s brand-new digital independent gift card is great way to support ‘indies’ across the city this Valentine's Day – the first of its kind in the UK! Discover friendly, independent shops in surrounding streets offering a brilliantly different range of sustainable, eco, artisan, vintage fashions, jewellery, crafts and gifts.

Does your special someone love shopping at Princesshay Exeter when they visit the city? Look no further than a Princesshay gift card! You can gift any value from £5, to £500! Click here to order.

A foodie experience

Exeter’s foodie experiences are second to none - the perfect Valentine's gift for any foodie! Distil and name your very own gin at the Quayside Gin Distillery or Exeter Gin School, or embark on a tour of Exeter Brewery.

Something sparkly from the jewellers

Whether you're after a gorgeous necklace, ring, bracelet or a pair of earrings - our experienced jewellers in the city can help you find the perfect gift this Valentine's Day:

A luxurious afternoon tea

We love an afternoon tea in Exeter, therefore we think it makes a fabulous gift! Check out our blog for location inspiration - wherever you choose, yummy sweet treats and sandwiches guaranteed, just make sure you put the cream before the jam, the Devon way...

Exeter Chiefs merch

Pssst - Exeter Chiefs currently has a Valentine's merch sale, perfect if your other half is a Chiefs fan! Find out more here

A romantic dinner

In Exeter, we're big foodies. This means that we aren't short for choice when it comes to divine restaurants in the city this Valentine's Day. Keep an eye below, we'll be highlighting set menus across Exeter as they're announced.

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The Salutation Inn

Cosy up to your loved one, as you indulge in a delightful tasting menu at The Salutation Inn this Valentine's Day. Be quick - spaces for this experience is filling up very quickly! Find out more and book. 

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The Ivy

Sit back, relax and enjoy a sharing menu for two this Valentine's Day at The Ivy! Be welcomed with a glass of rosé champagne, then finish off the 3-course evening with a tea or coffee and some mini chocolate truffles. Take a look at the full menu here.

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Winslade Manor

It's time to get your best outfits ready! Dine at Winslade Manor this Valentine's Day, with a 6-course tasting menu specially designed by Chef Matt Mason and a welcome cocktail. Find out more here.

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The Terrace

Indulge in a 3-course meal with your special someone at The Terrace, as you sit back and enjoy live music and cocktails! Book your table here, limited spaces remaining.

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The Cosy Club 

The Cosy Club has created their indulgent 'Love Triangle sharing dessert'. This trio of tantalising desserts includes a prosecco and raspberry posset with shortbread, vanilla cheesecake with a gooey caramel centre and chocolate covered strawberries. Not to mention a sharing cocktail is available, served in a carafe alongside two glasses topped with clouds of cotton candy.These limited editions are available from 11th-14th February. Book your table to avoid disappointment.

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Wear Park Restaurant at Exeter Golf and Country Club

Sit back and let the experts at the Wear Park Restaurant wine and dine you this Valentine's! Dig into a specially selected three-course menu, with a glass of fizz at your table when you arrive and a hand-picked wine list. Find out more here and book.

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Rockfish Exeter

Seafood lovers rejoice! Book a table at Rockfish Exeter and give the Valentine's sharers a try, only available between 11th-15th February - the team will let you know what's available that day! Find out more here

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