Spending Mother’s Day in London is the perfect way to treat the most important woman in your life. We’ve put together the best ways to spend Mothering Sunday in London this year. Read on to gain inspiration on how to give your mum the best day of the year!
Table of Contents:
- Days Out for Mother’s Day
- London Florists for Mother’s Day
- Afternoon Teas for Mum
- Spa Day for Bonding
- Brunch Spots to Take Mum
- Sweet Treats to Share
- Mother’s Day Gifts from London Shops
- Cocktail Evenings
- Mother’s Day Activities
When is Mother’s Day?
The UK celebrates Mother’s Day on a different date to the US. This year Mother’s Day in London falls on Sunday 10th March.
London Days Out for Mum in London
Quality time spent together will ensure both you and mum have the best Mother’s Day in London. Here are our top picks:
Musicals/Theatre
London’s West End is bursting with fabulous musicals and theatre shows. From staples on London’s theatre scene such as Mamma Mia and Wicked, to current running shows including Persuasion at Kingston’s Rose Theatre. There’s a theatre show to suit all families this Mother’s Day in London.
River Thames Boat Trips
The River Thames boasts many boat trips up and down the river that will let you see the wonderful landmarks of London from a different perspective. Our top tip if you’re trying to do Mother’s Day in London on a budget is to take the Uber boat – it stops at multiple piers in the city and goes past all the major sights! From Tower Bridge, to Shakespeare’s Globe you’ll see everything there is to see on a boat trip through the Big Smoke.
London Walking Tours
If your mum loves sightseeing, there’s no better way to learn about the city than through a walking tour. London is home to many walking tours, from walks around Greenwich rich in history, to food tours that take you across the city! You’re sure to find one that’s perfect for spending Mother’s Day in London!
London Eye
For the woman who adores seeing sights, a trip up the London Eye is the ideal way to spend Mother’s Day. From your pod you’ll be able to see all the way across the city – fingers crossed Mother’s Day in London is sunny for an uninterrupted view!
Museums
Another way to have a wonderful Mother’s Day in London on a budget is to visit a museum. With so many free museums in London, you’re sure to find one your mum will love. Whether it’s stepping back in time at the British Museum or the V&A, or admiring the art at the Tate Modern or National Gallery.
Flowers for Mother’s Day
Flowers are the perfect gift for Mother’s Day and whether you’re buying them in London or ordering to your mum’s London home, we have the places for you!
London Florists
London is full of beautiful florists, from Moyses Stevens in Belgravia who are responsible for many of Chelsea in Bloom and Belgravia in Bloom’s displays. To Nikki Tibbles Wild at Heart in Notting Hill, you don’t have to walk far in the city until you’ll find the most beautiful blooms for your mum.
Ordering Flowers to London for Mother’s Day
The UK and London is home to some incredible online florists that will get a floral gift to your mum on Mother’s Day even if you can’t deliver them in person. Our personal favourites include Bloom and Wild, and Freddie’s Flowers.
Treat Mum to London Afternoon Tea
There’s nothing quite as special as sharing an afternoon tea in London with your mum. The capital city of the UK is home to some of the most decadent and luxurious afternoon teas in the country. Whether you want to admire the London skyline from The Shard whilst eating scones, or want to take in the atmosphere of London’s finest hotel whilst sipping tea at the Ritz, you’ll find one mum will love!
Spa Days in London for Mother’s Day
If your mum is in need of a pamper you’ll find lots of spas in London that will be the perfect treat. From Spa de La Mer in Harrods, to the spa at The Lanesborough hotel, you’ll adore the quality time spent on Mother’s Day in London at these locations.
London Brunch Spots to Share with Mama
Sunday brunch in London is always a good idea, especially to celebrate Mother’s Day. A city full of restaurants and cafes, there are so many delicious places you can take your mum. From Instagram famous cafes like Sunday in Brooklyn, to more local spots like Hatch 77 in Pimlico, these are the perfect spots to spend Mother’s Day morning in London.
Sweet Treats for Mother’s Day in London
Coffee, cake, and catching up with mum is the perfect way to spend Mother’s Day in London. Luckily, our gorgeous city boasts a number of beautiful cafes and patisseries just waiting for Mothering Sunday. A popular favourite that features in our Chelsea guide is Peggy Porschen, whilst Maitre Choux, and Laudree offer cake with a difference.
Mother’s Day Gifts in London
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, London’s shops have the ideal choices for you.
Hampers
To really treat mum a hamper is a flawless option, and they don’t come much better than Fortnum and Mason’s ones. With a fine selection of food and drink, your mum will adore this thoughtful gift from one of London’s most famous shops.
Chocolate
London’s chocolate shops are the perfect place to pick up a treat for your deserving mum. With so many options from Rococo to Charbonnel et Walker, from Dark Sugars to Prestat. If your mum adores chocolate, these gifts will ensure she adores you just as much!
Share a Cocktail with Mum
London’s cocktail bars are the ideal spot for letting your hair down on Mother’s Day. With fun bars such as Chadwicks Home of Zoology in Kingston, to The Blind Pig in Soho. Wherever you’re looking, you’ll find a spot for cocktails on Mother’s Day in London.
Mother’s Day Activities in London
Doing something with your mum that will bond the pair of you is a beautiful way to spend Mothering Sunday. Here are some of our top ideas of things to do for Mother’s Day in London.
Biscuit Icing Classes
London’s famous biscuit shop and café, Biscuiteers, runs icing workshops from its three locations and it’ll be doing them for Mother’s Day too! For mum, grandmas, aunts, or influential women who love to bake, this is the perfect way to spend the day!
Painting Experiences
London is full of creatives just waiting to share their passion with you! Taking a London based painting class like MasterPeace or Paint and Sip is the perfect way to spend an afternoon or evening getting quality time with your mum.
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