Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day falls once again upon Chester when you can treat your significant other with the affection they deserve. The city is usually visited by swathes of people from all over the UK every year for this exact date due to its popularity as a cosy, romantic city encased within its beautiful historic Roman-built walls.
This year the city’s businesses are offering many delicious, romantic dining experiences…what better way is there to celebrate the ‘Feast of Saint Valentine’ than to keep it local?
It’s not just about food either, you can watch a film at the Storyhouse or if you fancy something more cerebral then plan your escape with Breakout or you could sit and plan a future visit to Chester – the original city of love and home to some of the most romantic hotels.
Check out all of the great options awaiting you below for special deals for an equally special night, whether it be food and drink, things to do, or places to stay for Valentine’s Day in Chester.
#LoveInChester
Romantic places to spend Valentine’s Day in Chester:
Oddfellows Chester
Oddfellows Chester is a beautiful boutique hotel in a Georgian townhouse on Lower Bridge Street in Chester city centre with a restaurant where you’ll discover a space where the tea’s mad, the cakes are curious, and reality took a wrong turn.
Available
Madly in Love Afternoon Tea – Wednesday to Saturday throughout February and Madly In Love Sharing Dinner – Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout February. Indulge in a romantic afternoon tea or the ultimate late night delight sharing dinner
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Book your table via the Afternoon Tea ‘Book Now’ button, or the Sharing Dinner ‘Book Now’ button or the ‘Get in Touch’ form on the page or call the reservations team
The Yard
The Yard is a family owned and operated modern restaurant ideally located in the centre of Chester, serving mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist and amore.
Available
Friday 13 and Saturday 14 February. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal for £45 per person
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Explore The Yard’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button.
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call.
Providence Gin
Providence Gin is a Gin Bar set on Chester’s iconic Watergate Street in Providence House and is a gin lover’s paradise with an incredible 500 gins to savour including their very own Providence Gin, there really is something for everyone.
Available
Monday 9 February – Sunday 15 February. Enjoy a mixed grazing board, bottle of house wine or fizz, selection of sweet treats and a miniature Providence Pink Gin bottle to take home. £39 per person. Live music on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Alternatively enjoy a Galentine’s Craft Extravaganza on 12 February – gather your girls and enjoy cocktails, pick & mix plus jewellery making. £18 per person or a Valentine’s Couples Paint & Sip on 13 February – forget about boring dinner dates and create art together over gin cocktails.
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or give Providence Gin a call
The Chester Fields Country Pub & Restaurant
The Chester Fields Country Pub & Restaurant, is a stunning Country Pub and Restaurant only 4 miles outside of Chester set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, famous for their use of local produce.
Available
Friday 13 February – Saturday 14 February. From Mates Steak Dates, Bottomless Galentine’s Fun Brunch and a Sharing Valentine’s Day Menu, The Chester Fields are spreading the love this year. Booking is essential and deposits required on booking
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Explore the Valentine’s Sharing menu via the ‘Menu’ button on each listing
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Book your table via the Sharing Valentine’s Day Menu ‘Book Now’ button, the Bottomless Galentine’s Fun Brunch ‘Book Now’ button or Mates Valentine’s Dining Dates ‘Book Now’ button or give The Chester Fields a call
Grosvenor Suite at Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is a four-star Cheshire hotel that beautifully combines traditional elegance with contemporary luxury conveniently located just a 5 minute drive outside the historic city of Chester.
Available
Saturday 14 February. Enjoy a murder mystery evening with a Valentine’s Day twist, including a three-course meal. £55 per person.
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Explore the Grosvenor Suite Valentine’s Murder Mystery menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your ticket via the ‘Book Now’ button or call the reservations team
Palm Court
Palm Court Restaurant Bar & Piano Lounge, is located in the heart of the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa in Chester, Cheshire conveniently located just a 5 minute drive outside the historic city.
Available
Saturday 14 February. Arrive to a Champagne welcome cocktail before enjoying a romantically-themed four-course menu, created especially for Valentine’s Day, with coffee and chocolate truffles to finish. £75 per person.
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Explore the Palm Court Valentine’s Day menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your ticket via the ‘Book Now’ button or call the reservations team
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is a four-star Cheshire hotel that beautifully combines traditional elegance with contemporary luxury conveniently located just a 5 minute drive outside the historic city of Chester.
Available
Saturday 14 February. Enjoy a romantic getaway where you can spoil yourself and your sweetheart with a relaxing break, enhanced with an opulent 4-course meal in the Grosvenor Suite and enjoy the use of the leisure facilities including pool, sauna, steam room and gym
Menu
Explore the Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your stay via the ‘Book Now’ button on the page or call the reservations team
Your Chester Spa
Your Chester Spa is located on Northgate Street in the heart of the city and offers a spa experience like no other. Open 7 days a week, Your Chester Spa is a one stop spa and health destination for exceptional treatments and a truly relaxing experience.
Available
Saturday 7 February- Saturday 21 February. Enjoy a luxurious spa experience designed for two. Choose from deep relaxation, a glowing facial boost or a head to toe unwind. These Valentine’s experiences are all about reconnecting and indulging together. £99 per person.
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Book your stay via the ‘Book Now’ button on the page
Turtle Bay
Turtle Bay is a Caribbean restaurant in the heart of the city bringing the tropical mix of rum, reggae and jerk to Chester.
Available
Wednesday 11 – Sunday 15 February. Enjoy a special Valentine’s Day set menu – 2 Courses £20 per person, 3 Courses £25 per person or Go Bottomless for an extra £25 per person.
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Whether you are eating or drinking, enjoying a stroll by the river or watching a film, there’s plenty of wonderful ways to enjoy Valentine’s Day in Chester!
#LoveInChester
Chester Beer & Wine
Chester Beer & Wine is a specialist wine merchants and wine bar located just a short stroll over the Old Dee Bridge in Handbridge, Chester and is a true delight for lovers of beer and wine.
Available
Friday 14 February. Enjoy an Alternative Valentine’s Night – a ‘Palentine’s’ or ‘Galentine’s’ Night. Come along with your best pals or gal pals, your other half (if you’re not fluffy pink heart people). Pay a £10 per person deposit which will be deducted from your bar bill on the evening.
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Book your place via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
Arkle
Arkle is a restaurant that offers a refined dining experience in the heart of Chester, headed up by Executive Chef Elliot Hill and Head Chef Raymond Booker.
Available
Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February. Start your evening with a glass of Gusbourne English sparking wine on arrival. Then sample a spectacular tasting menu, prepared by Executive Chef, Elliot Hill and his team. Completed with a paired sommelier selected wine flight £210 per person (£135 per person without wine flight).
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La Brasserie
La Brasserie is a vibrant 2 AA Rosette restaurant situated in the heart of Chester, just under the Eastgate Clock that creates beautiful dishes using flavours and ingredients from home and abroad.
Available
Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February. Enjoy a chilled glass of Taittinger Champagne followed by a delicious three course dinner for a truly romantic evening accompanied by live music. £75 per person.
Menu
Explore the La Brasserie menu via the ‘Menu’ button. Menu coming soon.
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
The Stixx
The Stixx is an alfresco bar and braai located in the railway arches next to Chester Racecourse, bringing the heart and soul of South African cuisine and nightlife to Chester.
Available
Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February. Whether you’re flying solo or sharing the grill with someone special enjoy a Single Braai Box and a complimentary cocktail – £25 or a Braai Box to share and a complimentary cocktail each – £45
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Explore The Stixx menu via the ‘Menu’ button. Menu coming soon.
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Axt Haus
Axt Haus is an axe throwing venue in Kitchen Street, near Chester Racecourse that uniquely combines axe throwing with all the delights of German food and drink for a very different fun destination.
Available
Friday 14 – Sunday 16 February. Enjoy half an hour of axe throwing, a drink each and a pizza to share for £45 per couple.
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Book your place via the ‘Get in Touch’ form on the page.
Veeno
Veeno is a bar located in the heart of Northgate Street, Chester and making a name for itself not only serving up some of the finest Italian wines in Chester, but also a gorgeous selection of Italian specialities.
Available
Monday 10 February – Sunday 16 February. Celebrate love with a specially curated four-course fixed menu, complete with a bottle of wine to share for two. £69 per couple with the option to upgrade to Riserva Nero d’Avola or Gavi for just £20 to add a touch of opulence.
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Explore the special menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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The Forge
The Forge is a restaurant in the heart of Chester, with an emphasis on serving wild, sustainable British produce under the guidance of restaurateur and chef Mike Robinson.
Available
Friday 14 February and Saturday 15 February. Enjoy a Valentine’s Day tasting menu for £80 per person. From sensual starters to decadent deserts, indulge in exquisite dishes designed to tantalise your tastebuds and ignite your passion.
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Explore The Forge Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Brewhouse & Kitchen
Brewhouse and Kitchen is a Microbrewery & British Pub situated in the heart of Chester – with it’s own microbrewery on site its very different from your conventional pub.
Available
Friday 14 February. Dine with Brewhouse & Kitchen on Valentine’s Day and enjoy 50% off a bottle of Prosecco to add some sparkle to the evening.
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The Botanist
The Botanist is a bar and restaurant located on Godstall Lane in Chester, a place where antiquities and trinkets hang from the walls, and resident botanists craft unusual concoctions.
Available
Thursday 13 February – Sunday 16 February. Enjoy a Valentine’s sharing menu of dishes for two for £32.50 per person. A selection of starters, the famous sharing Hanging Kebab a limited edition Valentine’s Cookie Dough (served with two spoons).
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Explore The Botanist menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
The Brewery Tap
The Brewery Tap is a pub in Chester located in the 13th century Gamul House in the heart of Chester city centre.
Available
Friday 14 February. Enjoy a set menu, specially prepared by King’s Kitchen – one course £24.95, two courses £29.95 or three courses £34.95
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Explore The Brewery Tap Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or calling The Brewery Tap
BarLounge
BarLounge is a cocktail bar and restaurant in the heart of Chester that has been bringing a unique mix of classic cocktails, superb food and extraordinary service to the city for over 22 years.
Available
Thursday 13 February. Gather your bestie and enjoy some gal time as you sip ‘n’ paint. Includes a cocktail on arrival and everything you need to paint your own wine glass, no soppiness – just good times. £20 per person.
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Book your place via the ‘Tickets’ button or call
Blue Planet Aquarium
Blue Planet Aquarium is an aquarium that attracts visitors from all over the country to see one of Europes’ largest collections of sharks in a huge 3.8 million litre tank with one of the longest underwater viewing tunnels in the world!
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy romantic walks through the mesmerizing exhibits, surrounded by the enchanting glow of marine life and indulge in a delightful Valentine’s Day set of canapés. 6 – 9 pm. £60 per couple
Experience
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The Walled Garden School
The Walled Garden School is located in the grounds of Hawarden Castle and hosts a variety of masterclasses brought to you by a team of experts who will equip you with the tools to live The Good Life.
Available
Saturday 10 February – 10 am – 2 pm. Learn how to cook a feast like no other. Learn lots of new recipes, skills and new knowledge of cooking on the fire in an intimate setting with hands-on experience from head chef, Adam. £180 per couple
Experience
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Moules a Go Go
Moules a Go-Go is family owned independent bistro and bar in Chester offering a vast selection of delicious seafood among many other delicacies.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Indulge in a romantic meal at one of Chester’s longest standing eateries and as the name suggests they specialise in Mussels and Oysters
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Ring O’Bells
Ring O’Bells is a country pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, set in the heart of the charming Cheshire village of Christleton and combining upscale dining with the finest wines and beers.
Available
Thursday 22 February. Join in this special Valentine’s Love Quiz in aid of charity. £5 person
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The Pheasant Inn
The Pheasant Inn is an award-winning country inn tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire and featuring charming countryside accommodation and an AA Rosette award restaurant.
Available
Selected Dates Monday – Sunday until Sunday 31 March 24. The Date & Dine overnight break for two includes an overnight stay in a courtyard bedroom, £50 dinner credit, a bottle of house wine and full English breakfast. £159 per room.
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Book your stay via the ‘Book Now’ button, ‘Get In Touch’ form on the page or call.
The Pheasant Inn
The Pheasant Inn is an award-winning country inn tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire and featuring charming countryside accommodation and an AA Rosette award restaurant.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Romance your loved one with not only the All Day Menu to choose from, but also lovingly prepared Valentine’s sharing specials for two.
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Explore The Pheasant Inn’s Valentine’s specials menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call.
Naughty Badger Bistro
Naughty Badger Bistro is a hidden gem up on Bridge Street Row East, in the heart of the city a stone’s throw from the Chester cross.
Available
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Ring O’Bells
Ring O’Bells is a country pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, set in the heart of the charming Cheshire village of Christleton and combining upscale dining with the finest wines and beers.
Available
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call.
Greenhouse
Greenhouse is a tapas restaurant and Cocktail bar in Rufus Court, in the heart of Chester and is a hidden gem.
Available
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Artezzan Restaurant & Bar
Artezzan Restaurant & Bar is a Mediterranean inspired restaurant and bar located in the heart of Chester city centre. Artezzan brings a modern, fresh, feel-good dining experience that celebrates authentic Mediterranean flavours, service and atmosphere.
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The Botanist Chester
The Botanist Chester located on Godstall Lane in Chester is a place where antiquities and trinkets hang from the walls, resident botanists craft unusual concoctions and all can enjoy a wondrous occasion….
Available
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ChesterBoat
ChesterBoat are a family business with a 40-year history of providing unforgettable river cruise experiences on Chester’s beautiful River Dee.
Available
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Pars Kahve
Pars Kahve is a Turkish eatery and retail shop in the heart of the city on the beautifully historic Watergate Row, right next to Chester Cross with superb views down to the famous Eastgate Clock.
Available
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The Suburbs
The Suburbs is a cocktail bar in Hoole, Chester with legendary service, a lavishly styled interior with swag & style, The Suburbs serves the best award-winning cocktails, fine wines, beers and delicious nibbles.
Available
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Vin Santo
Vin Santo is a wine shop and bar serving small plates located in a beautiful 13th century crypt in the heart of Chester that has furnished Cestrians with fine wines for over 300 years.
Available
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The Ice Cream Farm
The Ice Cream Farm is set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside not far from Chester with an Ice Cream Drive-In serving delicious ice cream to take away.
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No booking required – just turn up and enjoy.
Whether you are eating or drinking, enjoying a stroll by the river or watching a film, there’s plenty of wonderful ways to enjoy Valentine’s Day in Chester!
#LoveInChester