Friday 15 February 2008

Oops....did you forget Valentine's?

Never fear - BHF are here to save the day!

There is still time to send your loved one a gift - via Facebook www.bhf.org.uk/facebook and beg for forgiveness!


Or why not make a donation to our appeal and show everyone how big your heart is.

Also there are events happening this weekend - check out some of our previous blog posts to find out more.

Thank for your support - your help is making a difference.



Thursday 14 February 2008

Happy Valentine's Day!

Spread the love today and make Valentine's mean more...

We want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has been supporting our Valentine Appeal - every little thing you do helps.

There is still time to get involved - you can make a donation, send a Facebook cheeky gift or buy a virutal gift

Please listen to our podcast to find out how we support heart patients across the UK.

Thanks again for all your support.

Wednesday 13 February 2008

Get into the groove Valentine lovers..

Not up for a candle lit dinner this Valentine? Check out these events starting from tomorrow and groove the night away with your loved one....

Make sure you have written some soulful poetry to declare your love on the Wall of Love ..and come armed with some loose change as there will be a collection for our appeal.

* I love Urban Nerds Valentine's Special at 93 Feet East (150 Brick Lane, E1 6QL) on Saturday 16 Feb 8pm - 1am, free before 8pm/ £7 after. Find out more here

* SoulBrew Valentines Party, 8pm-1am Thursday 14 February 2008, @ Cargo, Rivington St, London EC2, £7.50 in advance from www.soulbrew.com www.skiddle.com or www.ticketweb.co.uk , £12 on the door. www.soulbrew.com/diary.asp

Tuesday 12 February 2008

Last minute gift ideas...

Haven't planned your Valentine gift as yet? Don't worry... we are here to help you plan a gift with a difference and show your Valentine how big your heart is!


Take a look at our last minute gift ideas that will really impress your Valentine:


  • Mobile phone greeting cards
    www.lightningcards.co.uk is a greeting card company where you can send your Valentine a special Valentine message via your mobile phone. They will be donating 10% of profits to our Valentine Appeal throughout February and £1 donation to specific BHF card. Visit their website to find out more


  • Facebook gift
    Visit bhf.org.uk/facebook and send a cute gift for a minimum of £1 donation - anything from a kiss to a virtual boyfriend or girlfriend - it might be better than the real thing!

  • Donation
    Show how much you care by making a donation to the Valentine Appeal - you will be helping us support heart patients across the UK. Listen to our podcast to find out more


  • Online Valentine Shop
    Last orders for Valentine gifts were yesterday (Monday 11 Feb) however you can still order a gift - take a look at our pamper days, handmade jewellery and other products..

  • Arena Flowers
    It's not too late to order a bouquet of tulips or box of chocolates. Visit Arena Flowers today www.arenaflowers.com

Take a look at our site for more information www.bhf.org.uk/valentine

Monday 11 February 2008

Quick! Last day to order from our online shop....

If you want a guaranteed delivery for your Valentine gifts -take a look now as we have a wide selection of gifts to delight your Valentine.

It isn't too late as long as you shop online today - so be quick!

Remember anything you do helps us reach our target of £1 million - we desperately need your help to fund our Heart Nurses and our Heart HelpLine.

Listen to our podcast to hear how we support heart patients across the UK.

PS Don't forget you can send a cheeky Facebook gift www.bhf.org.uk/facebook

Friday 8 February 2008

How tight are your purse strings on Valentine's?

How much do Britons really spend on Valentine’s Day? Are we generous to our loved ones, or do we keep our purse strings tight?

Our ICM Poll has just revealed the truth about the battle between our hearts and our wallets. Here are some of the results…

• The average Briton will spend £22 on Valentine’s gifts, including flowers, chocolates and cards, this year

• Our men get a rough deal! Men spend an average of £35 on Valentine’s gifts, whereas women spend only £10

• Two thirds of women spend less than £5 on Valentine’s gifts, while one third of men spend over £20

• The South East is the most generous region, spending an average of £37 on gifts, followed by the North West at £25. London is not too far behind at £23. Wales comes out as the most stingey, spending only £7 on their loved ones!

• We get more miserly as we grow older. 18 to 24 year olds will spend over £50 on Valentine’s gifts this year. By the time we’re 40, that figure drops to £24 and once we hit 65 we’ll only spend £8!

Make your money really count this Valentine's by getting involved in our Valentine Appeal at bhf.org.uk/valentine


You can browse our selection of gifts via our online Valentine Shop, send a cheeky Facebook gift or why not make a simple donation - £24 pays for an hour of a BHF Heart Nurse's time.


Make Valentine's extra special this year..

Thursday 7 February 2008

Sweep your Valentine off their feet...literally!

We have teamed up with Red Letter Days to offer you gifts that will sweep your Valentine off their feet!

Red Letter Day have a wide range of thrilling experiences from Ferrari versus Lamborghini day out to an amazing aerobatic flying sequence in a high-performance training plane.

If you want something a little more relaxing and romantic - why not choose a spa day for two or a beautiful jazz lunch cruise on the Thames.

We have bags of ideas for you so please visit our online Valentine shop today