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Molly Holt

Best Mothers Day days out 2019 - fun ideas from afternoon tea to spa days

Mother's Day is fast approaching, and every year we swear it gets harder and harder to find the perfect gift.

While some flowers or a box of chocolates used to cut the mustard, these days, we can never seem to find a present worthy enough for the woman that taught us everything.

But there's nothing better than a day out just the two of you, where you can finally spend some quality time chatting and showing her just how much she means to you.

We've rounded up some top ideas for things to do on the big day, ranging from spa days to restaurant offers to gin tours, so there's a little something for everyone's mum, no matter what she likes doing.

If you want to do an afternoon tea - but aren't sure which one to opt for, we've also got a round up of the Best afternoon teas for Mother's Day 2019 across the UK

Spa day across the UK, £55 (was £113) for two

As well as access to all the spa's facilities (hello eke-ing out a whole day in the gym, sauna, swimming pool and relaxation room), you'll also get a 25 minute treatment of your choice.

Options include Swedish back massage, scalp massage, welcome touch facial, file and paint, bamboo leg massage, bamboo mini back massage, a mini foot refresh or a pro-radiance hand and nail treatment.

Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery, £32 for two

If your beloved mum is partial to a good glass of gin, take her away to paradise with a tour of the home of Bombay Sapphire, a conservation area with over 1,000 years of history.

The world famous gin is made along the crystal clear waters of the River Test, plus you can see behind the scenes of the tasting notes and the story behind the popular British tipple.

Fortnum & Mason Champagne Afternoon Tea in The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon, £109 for two

Go all out with a super fancy afternoon tea session in one of the top department stores in the world.

The iconic and oh-so-British treat includes a host of sweet and savoury delights - from traditional finger sandwiches to exquisite cakes and scones. It's certainly pricey, but it will be a day to remember.

Best afternoon teas for Mother's Day 2019 across the UK 

Get your nails done together, £18 for one (usually £36)

Instead of anything over the top, simply going to get your nails done together can be a great way to treat yourselves - and get lots of talking done at the same time.

Groupon have plenty of offers for locations all around the country, such as this half price offer for a very fancy looking London nail establishment.

Day out with the National Trust, memberships cost £72 per year, or £6 a month

With locations all over the nation, if your mum is partial to the outdoors, spending a day outside with nature may be right up her street for a chilled day out.

The National Trust have events planned all across the country, including craft evenings, guided garden tours, snowdrop planting and even brunches, meaning there's sure to be something for everyone.

Kew gardens trip with cream tea for two, £48

Explore one of London’s most beautiful attractions and enjoy a traditional English treat while you're at it.

Included in the ticket price is access into the grounds, including the Royal Kitchens, Palm House, Rose Garden, The Princess of Wales Conservatory, and critically acclaimed UK pavilion from the Milan Expo 2015, The Hive. All washed done with a cream scone and a tea or coffee in the orangery.

Two night hotel break, £99 (was £199.98)

Recharge those batteries and head off on a well-deserved staycation to wherever you fancy, from quaint Cornish towns to the remote Scottish Highlands or even Rome in Italy.

Most of the hotels also include breakfast in the morning, and the voucher lasts for ten months in total so you'll have lots of time to spend it.

Spa day with two treatments, £99 (was £198) for two

On top of the sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool, you and your chosen guest will also get two treatments of your choice, for a full day of ultimate R and R.

Varying by location there's also plenty of bonus treats up for grabs, such as a traditional afternoon tea, a delicious lunch or a glass of fizz.

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