Places aren’t open for browsing, so last-minute retail missions will not be a good idea – making click and collect or surreptitious deliveries the order of the day.
Luckily there are many independent shops and businesses in Chesterfield selling wonderful presents to give to your Valentine on February 14, from chocolates and roses to unique crafts, lingerie and more.
Here are nine of the best.
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1. Northern Tea Merchants
Northern Tea Merchants, on Chatsworth Road, is selling a Valentine's hamper for £15.70 containing Rose Congou Tea, Passion Fruit Tea, Vanilla Tea and a milk chocolate heart, all presented in a wicker basket with pink paper. (https://www.northern-tea.com/buy/valentines-hamper) Photo: Brian Eyre
2. Libby's of Chesterfield
Libby's, on Chatsworth Road, has a wide range of Valentine's gifts for delivery or click and collect, including cards and jewellery. (https://libbysofchesterfield.co.uk/product-category/valentines-day) Photo: JPIMedia
3. Chocolatellie
Chocolatellie, on Packers Row in the town centre, has put together an extensive list of Valentine's treats, including breakable chocolate hearts that come with a small hammer, and some ribald confectionery 'for adult eyes only' - the shop offers local deliveries and will post items too. (https://www.facebook.com/chocolatellie) Photo: Google
4. Derbyshire Distillery
The Derbyshire Distillery - which lays claim to being the first commercial distillery in Chesterfield - is offering deliveries of its spirits, including Chesterfield Dry Gin. Branded gin glasses are available to buy too. (https://www.derbyshiredistillery.com) Photo: Anne Shelley