Fantastic days out for mum in the UK for Mother’s Day 2022

With Mother’s Day coming up, we’ve teamed up with Sykes Holiday Cottages to give you some ideas on how to spoil you mum, nan, aunt or the mother figure in your life. For sustainable staycation ideas read on. Plus, the getaway gurus at Sykes Holiday Cottages are also offering a chance to win an exclusive Mother’s Day hamper we’ve curated together – filled with products that come from female-led brands or which empower women, mums or their little ones. Read to the end to find out how to be in with a chance to win! 

Chocolates and flowers are nice, but if you want to level up Mother’s Day this year, why not gift her those items on a memorable Mother’s Day outing?

Whether it’s getting dressed up to go out on the town, indulging in a delectable afternoon tea or catching up over a luxurious spa day, discover a terrific choice of days out for Mother’s Day here.

1.   Discover history at the Roman Baths in Somerset

As one of the most visited heritage sites in the UK, these well-preserved Roman baths are perfect when looking for days out for mum. Experience the architecture and history before enjoying an elegant afternoon tea at the Pump Room Restaurant. While a soak in the Roman Baths’ hot springs is not open to the public, the neighbouring Thermae Bath Spa is the finest location to truly unwind. So, if you’re looking to make a weekend of it, head to this location next!

2.   Release your inner history buff at the Edinburgh Vaults Tour

If your mum is a history enthusiast or a fan of walking tours, this unique guided tour of Edinburgh’s underground alleys is for her. This self-guided tour is a terrific opportunity to view a side of the city that most people don’t have a chance to see, providing a quirky adventure for you and the motherly figure in your life.

Why not keep your gifts Scottish as well by choosing something from Grace Chocolates Changing Lives? The female-led social enterprise supports women who’ve touched the Scottish criminal justice system through the art of chocolate-making. 

3.   Enjoy a performance at the Minack Theatre in Cornwall

Discover the theatre’s fascinating history and marvel at the magic of live performance in this legendary venue. Live concerts, art exhibitions, and gorgeous sub-tropical gardens full of exotic plants are all held at the Minack Theatre. This magnificent structure is one of the most unique sites to catch a show with your mum this Mother’s Day! And why not pair this wonderful experience with a luxury cottage break, so you can relax and unwind at the end of an eventful day.

4.   Watch a West End Musical in London

Make this Mother’s Day more special by taking your mum to see a West End performance! Whether it is Mamma Mia or Dirty Dancing, Les Misérables or Wicked, you can’t go wrong with a feel-good musical experience. You can even make an evening out of it by sitting down for a pre-theatre meal at one of the many London eateries.

5.   Treat mum to a day at the spa in the Lake District

The Lake District provides the perfect backdrop for a dreamy spa day with your mum. Spoil her this year with a day of relaxation and pampering so she can let her hair down in style. Indulge in a luxurious massage, refreshing facial or a light swim at one of the many calming resorts. Some of the best Lake District spas include Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa, The Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, and Lakeside Hotel & Spa. For an alternative pamper weekend experience, find a selection of cottages with spa facilities with Sykes, to create lasting memories with your loved ones.

 

6.   Flower Arranging at the Tudor Farmhouse Hotel in Gloucestershire

Bring your mother to the Tudor Farmhouse Hotel in the Forest of Dean for a flower arranging session in honour of Mother’s Day. After that, unwind with a lovely afternoon tea together. All workshops begin at 11am with coffee and croissants, or at 2pm with coffee and cake, and last around two hours. Afternoon tea is served at 1pm or 4 pm.

7.   Wine Tasting at Chapel Down Vineyard in Kent

Chapel Down, one of the UK’s most famous vineyards, is nestled amid 22 acres of Outstanding Natural Beauty. What better way to spoil mum than with world-class sparkling and still wines, as well as spirits, beers, and ciders? A daily guided tour includes a professional tasting, followed by a visit to one of the two AA Rosette and Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants, both serving the luxurious Chapel Down wine.

8.   Try Cocktail-Making at The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

Indulge your lucky mother, grandmother, auntie, sister, mother figure, or any other special person in your life who deserves appreciation on this day by attending a cocktail masterclass at The Fitzwilliam Hotel in Belfast. On arrival, there will be sparkling wine and canapés, as well as two drinks per person, followed by a three-course meal at The Restaurant.

9.   Traditional Afternoon Tea in England

England is famous for its tea, scones, and finger food. So, what better way to spend Mother’s Day than at one of England’s top Mother’s Day afternoon tea locations? Enjoy an afternoon of delicious cakes, sandwiches, English tea or even prosecco. There are various options for Mother’s Day afternoon tea, from high-end restaurants to small neighbourhood cafés.

10.   Night in with a Mother’s Day Hamper

If your mum prefers PJs and slippers, then we’ve got a perfect choice!

We’ve partnered up with Sykes Holiday Cottages for a chance to win your very own Mother’s Day afternoon tea hamper. The hamper includes a bespoke selection of goodies, such as Cocoa Social Enterprise CIC‘s Rose Cacao tea, supporting producers and their children, Refuge Chocolate spread, donating to an anti-human trafficking charity with every purchase and a bottle of planet-friendly Prosecco by Sea Change, supporting ocean clean-up projects and conservation of marine wildlife. Plus, there’s so much more!  

This selection of sustainable goodies is the ideal gift to treat the motherly figure in your life this Mother’s Day. Find the terms and conditions here for more information and enter the competition on Sykes Holiday Cottages’ Facebook page.

The full selection of goodies you could win include:

• The Planet-Friendly Prosecco in Wooden Wine Box, 75cl
• Chocolate and Love, Rich Dark Assorted Chocolate Gift Box, 4x40g
• Cocoa Social Enterprise, Rose Cacao Tea, 130g
• Refuge Chocolate, Hot Chocolate Melts, 90g
• Refuge Chocolate, Chocolate Spread, 174g
• Roots & Wings, Lemon Curd, 300g
• Traidcraft Rich Iced Fruit Slab Cake 470g
• Grace Chocolates Changing Lives for Social Supermarket, Chocolate-Covered Coffee Beans, 100g
• One G&T Sage & Apple Can 250ml
• One G&T Sage & Apple Can 250ml
• Scintilla, Lavender and Grapefruit Bar Soap, 95g
• Dalit, Mini Candle

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