It's less than two weeks to Valentine's Day and the shops are full of great gifts and perfect presents for the loved one in your life. If you want to show your other half (or even an anonymous crush) just how much you care, check out these great options all available locally in Heanor and Ripley

1. What woman doesn't love to be spoiled on Valentine's day, and Whites Fine Jewellers  in Ripley have a wide selection of the most beautiful pieces that she's guaranteed to love, including Pandora bracelets and charms, rings, earrings, necklaces and everything else you could want. Maybe you're thinking of doing the ultimate and popping the question this February - Whites have the perfect selection of engagement rings so stunning that she will just have to say yes!

2. How about something very personal to remember this special day - JP at Blue Ice Photography can capture the love you share in a top quality, professional photo shoot and print. Alternatively, have your image printed to canvas for a contemporary, beautiful finish!  

3. Currently rated the most Loved Pub in the UK, The Marquis of Ormonde  have put on a special Valentine's Menu for you - priced at just £35.99 per person including 3 delicious courses and sparkling wine - Booking and pre-order essential!

4. The traditional favourite, you really can't go wrong with chocolates!   Frosts Hallmark in Heanor has a massive range of Thorntons Special Valentine's Creations, as well as traditional selections and a whole host of other gifts and cards.

5. Spice up Valentine's Day with a romantic meal for two at either of our highly recommended local Indian Restaurants, Sylhet Spice  in Ripley, or Nirvana  in Heanor!  With the amazing reviews these guys are getting, you'd be mad not to give them a try! Better book early though as they both get really busy!

6. Tell her how much you love her every time she has a cuppa, with a personalised mug from AllSortsofMugs . Choose one of Russ's designs, find one somewhere else or even take in one of your own pictures - everything's possible!

7. Everyone loves to be pampered, so indulge her with a luxury spa treatment at Serene Retreat  Day Spa in Ripley. Not sure which treatment she'd like - get her a gift voucher so she can choose herself.

8. She works hard, looking after you, your kids and your lives - treat her to a day of total relaxation at one of Yoga Amber Valley 's yoga retreat days

9. She loves her home, and these guys do too - give her something she can look at for years to come with beautiful fabrics and stunning binds perfect for any home, available at Glazedale & KA Cox  in Langley Mill or Premier Blinds  in Ripley

10. If your lady has a sweet tooth, then she'll love a special Valentine's cake with your own personal message or maybe even a dozen cupcakes in her favourite colours and flavours! Tricia from Cakes 4 all Occasions  could even create some fun, funky Lovehearts cakes with a different message on each - the possibilities are endless!

11. And of course, no Valentine's Day would be complete without flowers! Whether its roses, a special bouquet or any other arrangement, flowers are still the perfect way to say I Love You!  But remember, there is a world of difference between a bouquet from a supermarket and one from a professional florist (we highly recommend the brilliant 4 Occasions  in Codnor) - she will be able to tell, you know!

Whatever you're doing and whoever you're celebrating with this February, have a great Valentine's Day from all of us here at thebestof Heanor and Ripley.