At a loss for gift ideas ahead of this year’s Valentine’s Day? Fear not. We’ve provided a useful round-up of some of the best gift ideas on offer from local traders and venues across the borough.
1. Floral designs and arrangements
Courtney Dadswell, of Marions Florist in South Shields. Marions is offering a variety of Valentine's Day arrangements and custom-made floral designs, with prices ranging from £5-£30. Photo: Tommy Greene
2. Deluxe Valentine's Day offering from Boldon hotel
Director Neel Chawla at the Clarion Hotel, Boldon. The venue is putting a luxury twist on afternoon teas, priced at £44.95 per couple, for couples in the borough who want to splash out this year. The package includes two mini proseccos and a fresh red rose. Premium bouquet options are also available. Photo: Stu Norton
3. Ladies always love flowers
As part of its selection this year, Florabunder Florists in South Shields is offering Valentine's Day cards for just £1, rose collection packages and aqua box bouquets from £20 Photo: Google
4. Hand-tied bouquets and gift cards
Hebburn's Leaf Florists is offering an array of hand-tied bouquets, cards, candles and chocolates as part of its Valentine's Day package this year. Photo: Google