Features - Valentines Day

When February 14^th rolls around each year, some let out a sigh of relief and others a sigh of dread, yep that’s right; it’s time to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Many celebrate in different ways, some see the event as an excuse for a party and others treasure it as a special date to share with their loved one.

Student Unions across the UK have seen the hype Valentines brings, regarding it as one of the biggest and most anticipated dates of the year, an occasion that all students can get involved in whether it’s a club night, Valentines ball or themed party.

Looking around the country we have found that some student unions have kept a traditional feel to their events, with universities such as Warwick hosting a “Sweet Surprise” that caters to your Valentine’s needs. This delivery service offers roses, chocolates, gifts and even singers and dancers that you can surprise your loved one with.

Alongside Warwick, York is also keeping a classical touch to their event, entertaining their students with the ultimate Valentine’s Day Ball, complete with a live jazz band, chocolate fondue, free roses and valentine’s games.

Other universities, however have created a more modern spin to their events with celebrities promoting club nights and parties. In the north, Leeds is holding a Take Me Out night; taken from the TV show it gives students a chance to win a dream date. Hosted by Zoe Hardman, Charlie King and Samuel Robertson, these celebs are all known for appearing in popular TV shows and are bound to entice a big audience.

Colchester student union have also bagged Radio 1 star Jameela Jamil to DJ for their club night, playing the hottest tunes to accompany games, blind dates and flirting sessions.

Moving towards the south, student unions such as Exeter and Southampton have taken a more practical yet fun approach to Valentines, holding auctions to bid for Exeter’s finest contenders whilst Southampton hosts a speed dating night providing the perfect opportunity to meet new people.

As you can see the UKs unions are bursting with events, perfect for couples but also for singletons, providing a night of fun, romance and matchmaking, leaving no excuse for any student to be left home alone.