Mother's Day 2019: Top places to treat mum in the Midlands and Shropshire
Looking to take your mum somewhere special for or around Mother's Day?
Flowers and chocolates don't always cut is, and a day out at one of the many fabulous attractions in the region can show the woman in your life just how special they are.
For the perfect destination to treat your mum, take a look at our round-up of events and offers in the Midlands and Shropshire:
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March 24 - Halfpenny Green Wine Estate, Bobbington
Looking for something special and unique to treat your mum to this Mother's Day? Head to Halfpenny Green Wine Estate fr their Mother's Day gift market.
The Wine House will be filled with makers, artisans and local small business owners all showcasing their wares and gifts for all those special mums out there.
This event is free to attend.
For more information, click here.
March 25 to 29 - Ramada Resort Park Hall, Wolverhampton
Treat your mum to a week of Mother's Day themed afternoon tea at Ramada Resort Park Hall Wolverhampton.
Indulge in a range of finger sandwiches, classic scones and more in the beautiful settings of the Orangery.
Tickets start from £20.
For more information, click here.
March 29 to 30 - Black Country Living Museum, Dudley
Celebrate a 'Mother's Ruin' evening with the experts from Warner Edwards Distillery, as they guide you through their pioneering adventure of flavoured gin at the Black Country Living Museum.
For this exclusive evening event, climb aboard the traditional bus for a journey through the museum, stopping at the Workers Institute.
Settle in with your welcome gin and tonic before learning about and sampling five different Warner Edwards gins and the distillery’s history.
You'll also get to enjoy some 'bostin' fittle' - a bit of bostin' Black Country food to accompany your tasting.
Complete your night with an evening stroll through the museum's gas-lit village, or pop into the famous fish and chip shop for your supper.
For more information, click here.
March 30 to 31 - Moor Hall Hotel and Spa, Sutton Coldfield
With a selection of treats on offer including Mother's Day lunch, afternoon tea, overnight stays, spa treatments and gift vouchers it's easy to say thank you to a special Mum at Moor Hall.
Served in the Oak Room on March 30 and in our Charter Suite on March 31, the venue's afternoon tea includes a glass of prosecco per person plus a pot of tea, assorted finger sandwiches, freshly baked fruit and plain scones and an assortment of afternoon tea pastries and cakes.
Children's afternoon tea includes a selection of ham, cheese and jam triangles, plain scones with whipped cream and jam, strawberry jelly pots, chocolate rice krispies, angel cupcake, chocolate chip cookie and a glass of squash.
Every booking includes a gift for mum.
The venue also offers overnight stays, spa experiences, or personalised vouchers perfect for Mother's Day.
Prices start from £25.95 for adults and £12 for children.
For more information click here.
March 30 - Penkridge Market
Penkridge Market will be holding their weekly market on March 30, and to help you with your preparations for Mother’s Day, there will be a free craft area, with children’s activities such as making cards.
There will be around 100 stalls selling everything from clothes, handbags and jewellery to candles, perfume and plants, making it the perfect place to buy all of your gifts for your mum.
If you’re planning on cooking a special Mother’s Day lunch, then you’ll be able to pick up all of your ingredients for a Sunday roast, with butchers selling meat, poultry and pies, as well as traditional fruit and veg stalls bursting with fresh produce. There will also be a wide range of stalls selling delicious treats such as homemade cakes, pies and preserves.
This event is free to attend.
For more information, click here.
March 30 - The Codsall Hive
Let your creativity flow and make your very own hand tied bouquet to present to your mum for Mother’s Day at The Codsall Hive.
You will learn how to condition flowers and foliage before arranging them in to a beautiful bouquet.
All materials provided plus a glass of prosecco to help you along.
Tickets cost £37.50.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Lion Quays Hotel and Spa, Oswestry
Head to Lion Quays Hotel and Spa for an afternoon tea party with a twist.
Tuck into Alice's drink me potion, Queen of Hearts ham and cheese croque-monsieur, Mad Hatter sandwiches and more at this Alice In Wonderland themed afternoon tea.
All bookings include a special gift for mums to enjoy.
Tickets cost £20 per person per adult and £12.95 per child over three.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Slug and Lettuce, Wolverhampton
For those looking for the perfect way to spoil their Mothers this March, Slug and Lettuce will be hosting a choice of three afternoon teas along with a complimentary glass of Prosecco for the leading ladies when you pre-book.
With three afternoon tea packages there’s something for everyone. If traditional is your style then try the Classic Tea and receive a selection of carefully prepared sandwiches, bite-sized desserts and classic scones with clotted cream and Tiptree strawberry jam –served with your choice of tea or coffee.
Prefer bubbles with your brownie? The Tipsy Tea is served with two glasses of prosecco and is the perfect treat for anyone looking to celebrate.
For those that are after a treat complete with all the glitz and glamour, our Cocktail and Cake is served with your choice of cocktail - Espresso Martini anyone?
Prices start from £10.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Light House Media Centre, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton's Light House Media Centre is set to host their annual Mother's Day event.
Head to the Chubb Building attraction to watch classic film Mildred Pierce and tuck into a delicious cream tea.
Starring Joan Crawford and Jack Larson, the film follows a hardworking mother inches towards disaster as she divorces her husband and starts a successful restaurant business to support her spoiled daughter.
Tickets cost £4.
For more information, click here
March 31 - Weston Park, Shifnal
Treat your mother, grandmother or another important lady in your life this Mother’s Day to an afternoon tea experience in the surroundings of the Victorian Orangery at Weston Park.
The offer includes entry to the house, park and gardens.
Tickets cost £29 per person or £35 with prosecco.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - West Midlands Safari Park
Head to Spring Grove House at West Midlands Safari Park for a three-course Sunday lunch.
The meal will be accompanied by live music and each mum at the event will receive a free gift.
Tickets cost £30 per adult, £20 per child aged three to 12, and £6 per under three.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Mums go free all Mothering Sunday at Birmingham Botanical Gardnes.
Stroll through the beautiful scenery and enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake in the tea rooms.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Take a stroll around one of the many heritage Ironbridge Gorge Museums for Mother's Day for free.
Mums can enjoy a visit to Blists Hill Victorian Town, Coalport China Museum, Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron, Jackfield Tile Museum and Enginuity or the Museum of The Gorge completely free for the holiday.
You can even treat your mother to a special afternoon tea in the Club Room at the New Inn Public House at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
Tuck into assorted finger sandwiches and enjoy a selection of delicious cakes, including lemon drizzle, fruit loaf and ginger parkin, along with your choice from the selection of Twining’s teas or Fairtrade coffee.
Afternoon Tea is £13.45 per person for Passport ticket holders or mums who come to the Museum for free on that day.
Alternatively, a combined 'Admission and Afternoon Tea' ticket costs are £29.95 for adults, £24.95 for those aged over 60, or £22.95 for children.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton
Treat the football-loving mum in your life to a three-course meal at Molineux Stadium, home to Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club.
The meal will also include a visit from Wolfie and a gift for all mothers.
Tickets cost £27.25 for adults, £13.95 for children and £6.75 for under fives.
For more information, click here.
March 31 - Telford Hotel and Golf Resort
Tuck into a tasty Mother's Day luncheon at Telford Hotel and Golf Resort.
Enjoy a carvery style lunch with a selection or terrines, pates, and chutney as well as a full salad bar.
Leisure Club and Golf Members will receive a complimentary bottle of house wine to enjoy with their meal.
Tickets cost £24.95 for adults, £12.50 per child aged five to 10, and under fives eat free.
For more information, click here.
