6 Ideas for Valentines Day On A Budget in Newcastle

Grab some bubbly, nibblies, a blanket and even some tea light candles to add a touch of romance and head to King Edward Park. By far the most picturesque park in Newcastle, King Edward Park offers spectacular ocean views and is certainly large enough for you and your Valentine to find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy each others company as the sun goes down.

Roses on Valentines Day can be super expensive. This year, why not buy your Valentine a bunch of her favourite flowers instead. Not only will this save you some of your hard earned dosh but your Valentine will be pleased that you have used your initiative (and actually know what her favourite flower is). The Flower Palace is a family owned and operated business in Hamilton and each order is made specifically to meet the each customer's requests.

Want to eat out on Valentines Night but are short on cash? Scratchleys On The Wharf have a window at the side of the building where you can order take-away before selecting a relaxing spot to eat along the Newcastle Foreshore (bring a picnic blanket). You and your Valentine can choose from tempura or crumbed fish, calamari, salt and pepper squid or coconut torpedo prawns all served with chips, lemon and sauce ranging from $8 - $12.

An alternative to giving flowers this Valentines Day could be to give a plant. A bunch of roses will stay alive a week at the most but a plant will last far longer and can be a constant reminder for your partner of that Valentines Day memory. Sharpe's Nursery Merewether have a vast array of beautiful plants and gardening products to choose from to surprise your Valentine.

Feeling energetic? Take your special someone on a long romantic bicycle ride around Newcastle this Valentines Day. You could explore the coastline, ride along the harbour or discover the city streets and even stop for a bite to eat at one of Newcastle's many cafe's. Don't have your own push bikes? You can hire push bikes from Civic Bikes on Hunter Street for $12 per hour or $35 per day including a helmet and lock.

If you can't afford to take your Valentine out for a big fancy dinner this year, you could take them out for dessert. Coco Monde Chocolateria is an innovative chocolate cafe on Darby Street and are opened until 10pm on Valentines Day. They serve everything from pancakes, waffles, icecream served with Belgian chocolate fudge sauce, chocolate dipped strawberries, Spanish chocolate churros and so much more. There is even a menu of individually handcrafted chocolates.