2021 archive: These Valentine’s Day ideas and offers were published during England’s lockdown. The services, prices and opening arrangements were those advertised at the time.

Current advice: High Peak Borough Council asks visitors not to feed birds in Pavilion Gardens.

For Valentine’s Day on Sunday 14 February 2021, Explore Buxton highlighted local takeaways, gifts and activities people could enjoy during lockdown.

1. La Capri at Home

The 2021 guide described La Capri at Home’s Mediterranean takeaway menu, including tapas, pizza, pasta and paella.

The original listing advertised a Valentine’s set menu with two or three courses, alongside its usual menu.

2. Beer District

The former Beer District shopfront in Buxton

The 2021 guide listed craft beers and spirits from Beer District, with collection and local delivery available at the time.

CAMRA now lists Beer District as closed long term.

3. Simply Thai

The 2021 guide listed Simply Thai for takeaway collection and delivery. See Simply Thai for its current menu and contact details.

4. Hargreaves of Buxton

The original guide highlighted home and kitchen gifts from Hargreaves, which it said was offering click and collect in 2021. Visit Hargreaves of Buxton for current information.

5. A stroll by the Crescent

The curved façade and arches of Buxton Crescent

The 2021 guide suggested a walk beneath the Crescent’s arches with a hot drink from Charlotte’s Chocolates.

6. Winter Woodland Windows

An illuminated winter scene with a house, trees and birds

Illustrative image.

After planned woodland lantern walks could not go ahead, Stone and Water invited residents to make window displays and lanterns for 13–14 and 20–21 February 2021. Its original project announcement described the activities and free craft kits.

Read Explore Buxton’s 2021 feature and see the organisers’ gallery.

7. Charlotte’s Chocolates

The guide advertised Valentine’s chocolates, hot drinks and snacks from Charlotte’s Chocolates in 2021.

8. The Chakra Lounge

The original 2021 listing advertised Valentine’s vegan burgers and a pink rose drink for collection or delivery. See The Chakra Lounge for its current Buxton menu.

9. Coffee and a walk in Pavilion Gardens

Pavilion Gardens buildings and outdoor tables at sunset

The 2021 guide advertised the return of takeaway coffee and cake at Pavilion Gardens from 13 February. See Pavilion Gardens for current visitor information.