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Get romantic! Swindon Town Centre Valentines Day... Swindon Town Centre

Being Romantic About us

doesn’t have to - What is inSwindon BID?

be embarrassing! inSwindon BID is a Business
Improvement District (BID), set up
in 2007, which promotes, manages
and co-ordinates operations and
events in the town centre. It is mainly
Now January’s out of the way, thoughts Food of Love Money can’t buy you love, funded by the retailers and other
of course do move onto the romantic Valentine’s Day falls on a Thursday this or can it? businesses within the town centre
month of February and the 14th! year, so a romantic meal out early in area. In February 2012 the Company
the week sounds like a great idea, you With the essentials covered, we now was successful in a renewal to secure
It’s the one time of year when we can could then extend your celebrations think it’s time to turn our attention to the future of the company for a
get all gushy with the one we love through to the weekend. those prezzies - big and small - that further five-years at a vote taken on
without getting too embarrassed. really say “I Love You”. by the Business Improvement District
So here’s our guide to the Valentine’s Swindon town centre has an excellent investors.
essentials available here in Swindon choice of Chinese, Indian & Italian And we think that doesn’t mean
town centre. restaurants, all of whom will be making spending a fortune, either. The company manages the Street
Team Ambassadors, the Security Radio
Cards a fantastic effort on the 14th to ensure Something as simple as a nice woolly Network, major events and campaigns
the evening is as romantic as possible.
The minimum if you’re going to tell hat and scarf, so that your loved one such as the Christmas Lights Switch
someone that you love him or her, We would recommend contacting can stay all snug & warm when it’s cold On and Armed Forces Day, as well
as providing business support and
even if it’s a secret card. And in Swindon the likes of Da Vinci, Rio, Swindon outside, really shows you care. training to investors.
town centre we’ve got plenty of card Rendezvous & The Khyber in earnest
shops to choose from. to book your table. For more details on inSwindon BID:
see www.swindontowncentre.co.uk
So whether it’s a lovely effort with a May we also suggest you put a real or facial. OMG Hair & Beauty even A beautifully presented box of lingerie
cuddly bunny on it, a funny one with spotlight on your loved one with a offer a chocolate & orange massage if or nightwear is a lovely way of showing Find us on
a slightly risqué message or something beautiful, freshly made three-course you’re feeling fruity. Aqua-G based in how you feel about someone - plus Facebook:
more direct then these stores will have meal at the Wyvern Theatre. The Brunel has lots to offer as well as it’s a present you can both enjoy. inSwindon BID Company Ltd
what you need. Cosmic Colours. At stores like Marks & Spencer, Follow us
But don’t forget to check out the Debenhams, Topshop, BHS and H&M on Twitter:
Visit Clinton Cards or Card Factory for a offerings at Swindon Rendezvous, Without mentioning chocolate too much, you’ll find a complete selection of @inSwindon
variety of lovey dovey choices. Cosmo, Fratello’s and Aby’s Indian. we also like the idea of the Chocomania stylish & sexy underwear to suit all For more information:
range at The Body Shop in Regent tastes, and of course Ann Summers in Media queries should be
For those who want to make a really Chocolate! Street, which features a decadently rich Regent Street, who tend to know a thing directed to Kirsty-Heber
special effort, may we suggest you Every woman loves chocolate! body butter. Interesting! or two about Valentine’s Day gifts that Smith on 01793 485523 or
make your own card this year? And So where better a place to source a may surprise. [email protected]
we’re not talking about a Blue Peter personalised gift box than Thorntons in For men, of course, you can’t go far
effort with sticky-back plastic. the Parade - they’ll even put a naughty wrong with a full body massage or if Something Sparkly
message on it if you’re feeling cheeky. you think he may like it - or you just They do say diamonds are a girl’s best
Flowers want to tidy him up - why not get him friend, but we can’t all be James Bond
Nothing beats a big bunch of flowers Stay Overnight down for a mono-brow removal. on Valentine’s Day.
on Valentine’s Day, but it’s always the For those who really want to make the
thought that counts, even if the delivery most of the day, why not stay over in He may not be so happy about it, However, sparkly gifts like a beautiful
is just a single red rose. the town centre? but just remind him how much his pair of white gold & crystal heart
A spot of pampering always appearance means to you! ear-rings from H Samuel in Regent
The Flower Shop in Victoria Road always Hotels such as Jury’s Inn, Menzies & goes a long way, as well. Street or a heart-shaped compact mirror
has a fabulous selection at this time of The Holiday Inn have some fantastic Something Sexy from F Hinds for £12.95, are perfect
year, as you would expect. Big stores mid-week accommodation offers that You could either try a voucher from Don’t be afraid to express your real love additions to a card & flowers. And
like Marks & Spencer also do flowers definitely won’t break the bank if you any one of the beauty salons in the for someone with a slightly more daring don’t forget Pandora on Regent Street
for delivery, so they’re worth checking fancy really enjoying the early hours! town centre, or why not book direct gift. - a present from here will earn you
out too. and arrange a special nail treatment some well deserved brownie points.

2 For all the latest news and events visit www.swindontowncentre.co.uk From all at inSwindon, have a lovely Valentine’s Day! 3

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