5 Romantic Winter City Break Ideas in the UK

Want to go somewhere to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Or simply want to use one of your weekends for a trip away? Some couples pinpoint a wintery staycation as the perfect time for a proposal! If that's the case, these locations are perfect. Make the most of cosying up in the winter season with these 5 romantic city break destinations in the UK.

Bath

Bath is one of the best winter city breaks in the UK. A small but beautiful city, it offers the perfect backdrop for your trip. Seemingly every city centre street is beautiful, with distinctive Bath Stone buildings lining them.

Romantic activities in the Roman city might include a trip to Thermae Bath Spa, hiring a boat from Bath Boating Station, or heading up Bath Abbey tower to soak up the views. You can also view the original Roman Baths, which is a sight to behold in the middle of this remarkable city. Before you leave, a trip up to Royal Victoria Park near the iconic Royal Crescent is a must so that you can take in cracking views over the surrounding landscape. 

York

With its historic, cobbled streets and plentiful riverside food and drink destinations, York is hard to beat. The medieval city has everything you need for a romantic UK city break with your partner during the wintertime. 

Wrap up warm and circle the city walls, then head to York Minster before settling in for a warming meal at one of many independent eateries. The Shambles is the city's most famous street – wander its cobbles, popping in and out of unique shops as you go, from vintage stores to bakeries and legendary tea shops. If you're up to it, York Dungeon promises screams and laughs in equal measure. 

Cambridge

An all-year round romantic UK city break, Cambridge is a great choice. The summertime brings flocks of tourists, but during the winter, you can experience its charm in a whole different way. 

Browsing Cambridge Botanic Garden, taking in art at Kettle’s Yard, and climbing up Great St Mary’s tower are all must-dos on your trip to Cambridge. And, of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a spot of punting down the River Cam. For food, stop off in one of many cosy pubs or take afternoon tea if you fancy something a little different. You're sure to find a roaring open fire somewhere!

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is brimming with great pubs, independent shops, and eateries, with lots of cosy pitstops to warm you up. You'll soon find out why it's considered one of the best romantic destinations for your UK city break.

Weave hand-in-hand through the Old Town over to Edinburgh Castle, followed by a trip to Camera Obscura & World of Illusions. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can add climbing up Arthur’s Seat to your itinerary. Pack up a picnic and choose the gentler or more extensive route. This would be the perfect spot for any surprise engagements that might be on the agenda! 

Oxford

Home to Britain’s oldest university and with plenty of old-world charm, Oxford is a great choice for your romantic winter city break. It's one of the most quintessentially English destinations in the UK. 

You can take a trip to the imposing Bodleian Library, the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, and the famous Bridge of Sighs. Plus, enjoy a stroll around the world-famous University of Oxford, spotting famous landmarks as you go, as well as a trip to the botanic gardens onsite. You'll feel like you're in Brideshead Revisited! Once you've rounded off your cultural sightseeing, hunker down for a hearty meal in one ofthe city's pubs – it has a reputation for having some of the best pubs in the UK.

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