How do you keep the romance alive when lavish gifts, swanky restaurants and exclusive weekend breaks are not within your budget? Well, it’s easier than you think. Because romance isn’t about money, and to prove it here's some inspirational ideas for low-budget romance.

1. Make her a card using a favourite photo. Or, write her a love letter. Pop either in her bag or desk or car for her to discover.

2. Breakfast in bed will make her feel cosseted and loved. Presentation is everything -- a napkin and a spring bloom from the garden will nicely set off a low-budget breakfast of tea, croissants, fruit juice and yoghurt.

3. Take her for a romantic walk in a city park or the area local. Virtually everywhere looks and feels romantic just now. Why not rustle-up a picnic and make a day of it?

4. Rustle up a romantic meal at home. Candles, music and a well-set table will create the desired atmosphere. Sit facing one another so you can give her your undivided attention.

5. Pamper her. Run her a candlelit bath or give her a soothing massage. Leave her to relax in front of the TV and do the clearing up. A gift of a little "me time" is often the best of all.

And when only a gift will do...

Some gifts for under ten pounds for that romantic moment.

Scented Bath Roses - £4.99 These will add the finishing touch to her bath and make her smell fabulous, while providing the perfect substitute for the dozen red roses you would no doubt have bought her if money were no object.

Love Love Tea - £4.95 Love, philosophical thought and a cup of tea. A gift she will love – while showing your true colours as a thoughtful, caring type of guy.

52 Ways to Stay in Love Forever - £4.99 A little book that tells her you’re in love and have every intention of staying that way. What girl wouldn’t be entranced?

I Love You More Than Chocolate Bar - £9.50 A loving declaration – plus chocolate. A surefire winner.