Giant 6ft sweets delivered on Valentine’s Day to Oxford attraction

Super-sized versions of the classic confectionary – famed worldwide for the romantic messages – were hand-delivered to multiple destinations which included Oxford.

The old ship at Bristol’s SS Great Britain was declared ‘Steamy’, and Oxford Castle and Prison received a ‘Heart Stealer’ message.

The tokens of love were accompanied by a letter expressing admiration for what they – and their owners and staff – do for the region.  

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Addressed “To Wales and the south west on Valentine’s Day”, it declared love for the region’s stunning landscapes and the valuable social and economic role the tourism industry plays.

The candies were delivered by Great Western Railway, whose spokesperson Amanda Burns said: “We know just how much work and effort is put in by our tourism partners that we wanted to share our love for them and reaffirm our promise to keep connecting people to their wonders.”

GWR’s ‘love letter’ continued: “We just can’t keep it in any longer. We love you. Truly, madly, deeply… How could we not? 

“You are breathtakingly beautiful. 

“Your rolling hills, golden beaches, wild moors, and ancient towns and cities stir hearts and minds.

“It’s not just your beauty that has us smitten – it’s what you do. 

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“You are the beating heart of tourism and leisure, where visitors come to escape and explore the extraordinary. 

“You create jobs, fuel local businesses and unite communities – you make this region irresistible.” 

Sarah-Louise Heslop, from sweetmaker Swizzels, which worked with the rail company, said: “We are excited to see visitors to the British landmarks sharing photos with the iconic Love Hearts and their fun messages.  

“Love Hearts have been made in the UK for over 70 years and they remain the perfect way to ‘Share the Love’.”