Enjoy a romantic Valentines weekend

Make the most of a romantic Valentines weekend by availing of our special offer

As Valentines day falls on a Tuesday, why not make the most of a romantic Valentines weekend either the weekend before or after with our special offer at The Cathedral View Apartments. If you book three nights either February 10th – 13th or 17th – 20th, you will receive a bottle of Prosecco and locally handmade chocolates on arrival for only €200.

Enjoy a special weekend away from it all, among unspoiled secluded scenery, dining in award winning restaurants or just having some time out in the cinema or bowling alley.

Arrive for check-in and familiarise yourself with the locality. Sip on your Prosecco and try a few chocolates as you get ready for the night ahead.

Where to dine

The famous award-winning Viewmount House is just a short drive on the outskirts of Longford town, offering an elegant experience in a unique setting of a 17th century manor. It’s the perfect place to unwind in serenity and enjoy excellent food by celebrity chef Gary O’Hanlon.

The Black Olive is an award winning restaurant on Ballymahon Street, Longford. Only a short walk from the apartments, it offers a convenient location and is surrounded by bars for afterwards. If you choose to for a pre-theater meal, there’s an excellent early bird menu up to 7pm. With a Certificate of Excellence on Trip Advisor, it’s certainly receiving winning reviews from everyone who dines there.

What’s on

Friday 10th of February – Longford Live and Local – Bands Night: check out some live music from three local bands: Brave Giant, Dissension Rising and Reprisal in The Backstage Theatre Longford. A rockers night! 8pm – €15 entry.

Thursday 16th – 18th of February – Same Old Moon: The local Backstage Theatre group present Same Old Moon written by Geraldine Aron- Same Old Moon is a very funny, charming yet honest look at Irish family life through the eyes of Brenda Barnes. We follow her life’s story as an aspiring writer from aged nine into her forties, from Dublin to Galway and then London. We see the eccentric ways of the characters who moulded her life’s story, her fiery Irish family, her put-opon and sometimes hot tempered mother, and her wilful, self-destructive and domineering father. 8pm – €15/€12

Activities

If you want to catch a film, Longford Cineplex offers the most recent releases from the world of cinema. The Longford Bowling alley is a fun place to spend an evening with pool and arcade games also available.

Longford is a serene urban retreat nestled in the Lakelands and Waterways of Ireland. There’s a number of locations for a stroll, with glorious lakes, rivers and canals providing the opportunity for romance.