Best ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day in Yorkshire

With the month of love upon us, the 13th of February marks Galentine’s Day and the perfect excuse for a much-needed catch-up and get-together with your closest friends.

What is Galentine’s Day?

While you’ve heard of Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day (marked as February 13th) celebrates the best of female friendships.

Most of all, it’s a great excuse to get your friends together for a much-needed catch-up – and why not make it a proper occasion with our ultimate list of Galentine’s day ideas?

Whether it’s a morning brunch meet-up, drinks that end up going right into the night, or a wholesome crafty activity, we have lots of recommendations for Galentine’s ideas in Yorkshire for you and your gal pals.

Galentine’s Day Brunch

Who doesn’t love brunch? A relaxed morning spent catching up with your closest, over delicious breakfast and coffee. It’s a more casual get-together, great if you can only spare a few hours on a Saturday morning. Of course, going for bottomless brunch is an option if you wish to step up the game.

Here are our current brunching deals for the occasion!

Ladies that Afternoon Tea

A more luxurious Galentine’s ideas for those looking for some real girly glam, enjoy dainty finger sandwiches, sweet treats and scones smothered in jam and clotted cream. Pair your afternoon tea with a glass of sparkling champagne.

We have many options, with these afternoon tea offers served in only the most stunning dining rooms.

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Cocktail making & spirit tasting classes

Do you think you could become a master mixologist? Muddle, shake and serve up stunning cocktails with your friends. Taking a cocktail class is such a fun evening activity, and you can truly learn how to make (and taste) the best drinks in the business!

With the guidance of this class, you’ll be the host stirring up margaritas’ and espresso martinis in no time at all.

There are plenty of bars in Leeds to explore too, if you want to continue your night out.

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Chatty walks and a pub lunch

It’s always nice to get out and about, and with the Yorkshire Dales, Coast and Peak District, there’s no shortage of scenic countryside walks.

Whether it’s a coastal walk in Robin Hood Bay, through the quaint town of Staithes or a scenic explore at Ingleton Waterfalls – it’s a lovely Galentine’s weekend well spent.

Why not combine your walk with a deserved pub lunch pit stop?

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Get some R&R on a spa retreat

Nothing beats the escapism of every day with a girl’s spa trip. Whether it’s a coffee and treatment, or a full day or overnight trip to catch up and relax, a spa trip could be just what you need this Galentine’s Day.

Breathe in the restoring scents of eucalyptus or lavender and vanish under the jacuzzi bubbles – paired with a glass of bubbles or a morning brunch, it’s time for you to get the fluffy robes on.

We have plenty of offers to get you and the gals a good deal too – with a luxurious Swinton Estate stay offering activities and fine dining like nowhere else.

Or, opt for a rejuvenating day and treatment in the Coniston Estate.

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