Conductor Cupid has arrived at St. Pancras International!
Conductor Cupid has arrived at St. Pancras International!
Enjoy free roses, world-class music performances and heart-warming poetry at St Pancras International to get in the mood for love.
This morning, commuters have been greeted by St Pancras Train Conductor dressed in a vintage red uniform and carrying a basket of roses. The conductor is spreading love by delighting visitors in the station with a free gift of a single red rose today.
From midday, the iconic London destination is inviting visitors to enjoy romantic music performances from world-class artists at the station’s famous free-to-play Elton John piano.
At 10:30am UK Jazz Award winner Georgia Cécile & partner Fraser Urquhart will be performing songs from their romantic debut album ‘Sure Of You’. They will be accompanied by backing singers (as well as a double-bassist!)
At 12 noon, emerging superstar Billy Lockett will be accompanied by a choir to debut tracks from his new album ‘Abington Grove’. Recently dubbed “Northampton’s answer to Lewis Capaldi” by The Sun, Billy has supported the likes of Lana Del Ray.
Don’t miss The Folio Society’s poetry reading which will be happening by the Eurostar entrance at St. Pancras International at 1.30pm, 2pm and 2.30pm. Internationally renowned British poet, artist and filmmaker Imtiaz Dharker, fondly referred to as the ‘World Poet Laureate’, and her daughter, actress Ayesha Dharker, known for her appearance in Star Wars and for her stage performances, will be reading from Folio’s collection of Love Poems, perfect for Valentine’s Day.
After being serenaded on the station’s main concourse, visitors can indulge in an irresistible Valentine’s menu at Searcy’s brasserie or enjoy a glass of bubble at the Champagne bar – the longest Champagne bar in Europe, surrounded by romantic setting.
Immersed in world-renowned artworks including Tracey Emin’s I Want my Time With You neon signature, and Paul Day’s The Meeting Place bronze statue, which depicts two lovers in an embrace – this is the perfect “Insta-ready” spot for couples and ‘Pal-entine’s’ alike.
Plus, for anyone looking to pick up a last-minute valentine’s gift for a loved one (or simply treat themselves), there are plenty of beautiful products on offer, from the stations 90+ premium retailers.
Kate Spade are spreading the love with their Amour 3D Heart Crossbody pictured above. Laduree’s heart-shaped Praline Brioche is the perfect at-home dessert you can pick up at the station. Belgian Chocolatier Neuhaus, are offering a limited edition ‘Love Letter Box’. Customers will be delighted to receive free chocolates at Dune London.
The station’s much-loved florist, Moyses Stevens are helping visitors find the perfect bouquet, with their annual Valentine’s pop-up, offering an eclectic array of gorgeous flower arrangement, from single roses to lavish bouquets to suit every budget.
