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Five local ways to celebrate your lockdown birthday

Sat 13 Mar, 2021 by Chantele Hodson

Filed Under: News

Due to the national lockdown, many people will be continuing to celebrate their birthday at home. For some, this will be their second birthday during Covid-19.

Since the roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions was released, most will have to wait to celebrate their birthday properly. From meeting friends to visiting restaurants, several places are off the table till at least summer.

However, despite the current situation, there’s still plenty of things you can do to celebrate your birthday during a global pandemic in York.

Order your favourite food from your local restaurant

Photograph: Chantele Hodson

Even though you can’t visit your favourite restaurant, why not order online from your best-loved local? Many places in York are offering great discounts, with others introducing meal deals.

If you’re looking for something fun to do, Ask Italian are offering high-quality meal kits for an awesome price. From pizza to pasta, you can create your own Italian inspired meal from the comfort of your own home.

With lockdown introducing a new way to order food, you can now choose from a brilliant selection of desserts and alcohol. If you have a sweet tooth, Melk supply an impressive range of freshly baked desserts. From cookie dough to brownies, they cater for every craving. They also provide an excellent vegan assortment.

Summer is coming and a garden party is in sight

Photograph: Marcia Pearson

With the weather slowly improving and restrictions easing, from the 29 March, residents will be able to meet outside in a private garden with one other household or within the rule of six. This means, you will be able to celebrate your birthday with an awesome garden party.

Order from Brew & Brownie for some amazing afternoon-tea supplies to collect, or if you’re feeling fancy, Betty’s offer their famous afternoon tea online to deliver.

Recreate a relaxing spa day

Photograph: York Mix

There’s not a huge amount we can do in lockdown, but we can pamper ourselves. Treat yourself to a full day of self-care from home.

Based in York, Yorkshire Soap Company are operating online and offering a wide selection of luxury gift hampers and bags to celebrate your big day.

If you have a favourite product in mind, you can create your own luxury gift hamper or choose from the fabulous treats that are already placed together. From bath products to candles, there’s plenty of items to treat yourself from home.

Paint your own pottery from home

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If you’re prefer an artsy way to celebrate, Rainbow Ceramics in York are offering a creative service to paint from home. Go visit their website and select from a huge range of ceramics, choose your favourite colours and then place your order to collect.

Based on Bootham, Rainbow Ceramics are open for collection on Fridays and Saturdays from 12-4pm. You can even organise your own virtual party if you’re wanting to celebrate with friends. This is a great way to entertain children too!

Host a Netflix streaming party

Photograph: Charles Deluvio on Unsplash

If you’re looking to save money or connect with friends, hosting a Netflix streaming party is an exciting virtual alternative to visiting the cinema. There’s plenty to choose from on Netflix, so you and your friends/family will be spoilt for choice.

It’s so easy to set up, all you need to do is head over to Google Chrome and download the Netflix Party extension, select Get Netflix Party for free, and it’s pretty straightforward from there. Visit Netflix Party for more information.


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