Your anniversary represents an important time to re-ignite things with your significant other, keep your relationship fresh and keep that spark alive.
Whether this is your first anniversary or your 20th, you and your partner deserve a night of romance to not only bring you closer together but to set a tone of love and caring for the following year, too.
That said, finding inspiration for new and original activities and gift ideas can be hard when you spend every day together. We’re here to make things easier; here are 12 ideas to blow your partner away on your wedding anniversary.
GETAWAY WEEKEND
A getaway weekend is a perfect way to have a romantic time with your loved one while leaving the stresses of your everyday life behind. And after the two years we’ve all had, doesn’t that sound like just the ticket?
Find the perfect island hideaway or pick somewhere a little chillier and cosy up together in an idyllic cottage. Your weekend getaway doesn’t need to be exotic, though; you could travel to a new city or take in the sights at one of the many beautiful national parks in the UK.
Read: 5 IDEAL destinations in Europe for a romantic winter getaway
COUPLES MASSAGE AND SPA
It can be hard to find time to relax, and many couples use their anniversary as an opportunity to find replenishment and recharge, ready for the year ahead. One of the best ways to do this is by enjoying a day of luxury at a relaxing spa while you unwind together with a couple’s massage, ideally done side-by-side and in tandem.
However, if you’re on a budget, you don’t have to miss out on the spa day experience altogether; you can still enjoy the fun of massages from home by getting some oils and taking turns giving each other pampering time.
Read: 5 types of massage IDEAL for boosting wellbeing
A DAY IN BED
Sometimes the simplest things in life are the most lavish luxuries, and being able to do nothing but spending the day in bed together is one of the most popular. Whether you enjoy breakfast in bed together, have a film marathon, or just enjoy a day of relaxation and romance, there are plenty of ways to relish in your anniversary celebrations without having to leave the bedroom at all. Sounds blissful to us!
PHOTO BOOKS
Your treasured moments continuously grow as your relationship does, and photo books are the perfect way to commemorate your anniversary. Not only is a personalised photo album a fantastic gift, but flipping through your memories is a wonderful way to spend your anniversary, too.
You will both laugh at all of the good times you’ve had as you reflect on your favourite snapshots from your relationship.
A NIGHT IN A HOTEL
Staycations have increased hugely in popularity (or, should that be ‘necessity’?) since the pandemic began, and spending a night in a local hotel is an excellent way to get some time to yourselves when you can’t step away from commitments for too long.
Enjoy a romantic meal before heading up to a luxury room when you can indulge in room service and breakfast in bed without your usual household responsibilities.
Or, if your budget is tight, why not recreate that luxury hotel room experience at home? Click here to read more on how to do just that.
MAKE A “REMEMBER WHEN?” POSTER
Every couple will remember the magical moments they’ve spent together, and whether they were profound, hilarious, wild, or indulgent, it’s always fun to reminisce. Even if you don’t have photos that capture your favourite moments, you can still create a poster that lists your favourite moments. Share a smile every time you pass the poster and find inspiration to create more of those amazing memories in the future, too. Hey, is someone cutting onions?
TICK AN ITEM OFF YOUR BUCKET LISTS
Bucket lists are a great way to organise your dreams and what you want to achieve in life, but on your anniversary, why not tick something off both you and your partner’s lists?
You may have to put some extra planning into your day, but it will be worth it to create a truly memorable anniversary. Choose something your partner has been longing to do that you will also enjoy or find something that is on both your lists; it could be anything from going to see a favourite band to jet-setting to a destination you’ve only dreamed of visiting. The world is your oyster!
HIRE A PRIVATE CHEF
Instead of heading to a restaurant, why not make your anniversary even more intimate and about just the two of you, and book a private chef to come to your home for an extravagant evening? You’ll more say over the menu, hold more sway over the pacing, and the chef’s skills and seasonings will be entirely focused on you.
LOCATION OF YOUR FIRST DATE
A cute way to spend your anniversary is to head back to the place you had your first date and relive the magic of that moment while creating new memories, too. Even if you’ve moved away, you can still go back to that magical night by making a weekend of it; you can spend time visiting all the places you used to go, luxuriating in a long walk down memory lane.
Read: 7 lockdown date ideas for couples
GO OUT DANCING
Many couples start their relationship by heading out to clubs where they can dance, but as time goes on, most couples stop having time to enjoy the romance of dancing close to each other. Consider taking the time to relive those moments and kick off a steamy night by hitting the club, or if that’s not your scene anymore, you could keep it classy with local ballroom dancing or even try your hand at the tango.
TAKE A LUXURIOUS SOAK
A luxurious soak in the bath is a romantic way to warm things up at any time of year, but why not turn your shared love of bathing into a weekend getaway? The UK is blessed with some incredible log cabins and chalets that boast hot tubs, some of which can be taken in front of a roaring fire… sounds like the perfect winter anniversary to us!
Read: 6 top tips for the best cabin holiday in Wales this winter
YOUR WEDDING VENUE
While visiting the location of your first date is a wonderful way to spend your anniversary together, why not try your wedding venue instead for added magic? You could reserve a spot with your venue to spend time enjoying lunch, wine tasting, a picnic on the grounds, or even ask the venue to supply a selection of the food you served during your reception. While touring the grounds, you’ll have the perfect opportunity to recreate your favourite wedding photos to look back on for years to come.