A romantic weekend escape needn't be expensive.
If booked in advance, public transport and accommodation are affordable.
But you do also have every opportunity to splurge in most British cities if you're so inclined! Popular romantic getaway ideas are spa weekends, city breaks and outdoor adventures.
Consider some of your options in the UK.
Spa weekends Some of the country's best spas are located in the countryside, and many form part of resort complexes that have taken over old stately homes and manor houses.
Package deals usually include accommodation, meals and a selection of spa treatments, and access to the pools and saunas if applicable.
It's the perfect weekend escape for overworked couples, and couples not looking to socialise with anyone apart from each other.
Options could include spa complexes in the Lake District, Cornwall, The Cotswolds, and in the region of Durham.
Alternatively, spa weekends are also available in most cities and towns.
Either the hotel itself will have a spa, or will have a deal with the nearest spa in town.
Outdoor adventures Spending time in the great outdoors is even more enjoyable with a loved one by your side.
Cycling, hiking, horse riding, boating, abseiling...
all these activities are readily available in the UK, and are a great way to enjoy some of the country's most beautiful natural scenery.
Most areas boast an array of cosy bed and breakfasts and guest houses for accommodation that serve a wicked cooked breakfast in the morning.
For lunch and dinner, there's nothing better than feasting on fresh, seasonal produce and traditional pub grub.
Areas worth discovering, that offer plenty of outdoor pursuits to even the most active of couples, are Scotland's Highlands and Islands, the highlights being the Isles of Skye and Islay, and the Cairngorms mountain range.
In Wales, Snowdonia is a fantastic destination, and The Cotswolds and Cornwall are fantastic in England.
Northern Ireland's coast line is stunning.
City breaks The UK is home to plenty of cities that can be explored in just a manner of days, making them the ideal destination for romantic weekend escapes.
During the day you could be discovering museums and art galleries, indulging in long lunches and afternoon teas, and in the evening it's worth seeing what's on at the local theatre.
Many restaurants serve pre-theatre menus that are very pocket-friendly.
Birmingham is a fantastic choice for anyone hoping to get some shopping done with its Mailbox and other shopping centres.
Edinburgh is a cultural treat with fabulous museums such as the National Museum of Scotland, and theatres and great nightlife.
Other exciting options could include Belfast, Brighton, Cardiff, Leeds and Glasgow.
Hesitate no longer...
Book yourself a stay at a spa in the Cotswolds, a cosy bed and breakfast on the Isle of Skye, or a trendy hotel in Birmingham.