10 alternative gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Family Walks

Hey Dads! As Mother’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday 27th), we wanted to help you to treat your wives by offering up some great yet alternative gift ideas…

This year, MarlowMums has been lucky enough to collaborate with a new and local independent agent for travel, spa breaks, theatre trips and other gift ideas…enabling us to bring them directly to your door! If any of the below ideas tickle your fancy, then get in touch at www.pennyrosstravel.co.uk OR simply click on the link below each gift idea. 

1. Thames River Boat Cruise – £39pp

Stonor Park Family Day Out

Why not spend Mother’s day on a Thames Riverboat Cruise in London; sipping a glass of bubbles, enjoying an afternoon tea whilst onboard AND taking in the sights of St. Pauls Cathedral, the Tower of London, the London Eye and much more…

Book tickets

2. Afternoon Tea at the Milestone Hotel, Kensington – £55pp

Hobbledown Adventure Park Family Day Out

This is one of my favourite places to go for afternoon tea! It’s beautiful and you have SO much food that doggie bags are pretty much handed to you before you start. This quintessentially English tradition will leave you feeling very well looked after, relaxed, and…FULL! Little Prince and Princesses are welcome too. 

Book tickets

3. Three course meal for two with a sparkling cocktail at London’s Shaka Zulu Restaurant – £59

Willows Activity Farm Family Day Out

This funky South African restaurant in Camden is a must-visit. It’s huge, spanning two floors but more importantly, the food is lovely! You’ll enjoy a sparkly cocktail and a 3-course meal. Oh, and did I mention that the restaurant is blessed by the Zulu King himself? 

Book tickets

4. Tipples and Treats for 2 at Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour, Covent Garden – £59

Wellington Country Park Family Day Out

If you love feeling like you’re travelling back in time, then look no further than this fabulous Victorian Gin Parlour, situated above Mr Fogg’s Tavern in Covent Garden. It really is a sight to behold and with two cocktails and a slice of cake to devour, I think this gift is a winner.

Book tickets

5. Wild Swimming, Breath work & Riverside Sauna – £60pp

Dinton Pastures Country Park Family Day Out

Wow! This one really does sound appealing! A great way to introduce yourself into the power of wellness and wellbeing. This experience teaches you breath work, followed by a guided immersion or swim and ends with hot drinks and an eco-sauna. If nothing else, Mum will be feeling rejuvenated! 

Book tickets

6. Visit to The View from The Shard & a 3-course meal at Marco Pierre White’s London Steakhouse for 2 people – £111

4 Kingdoms Adventure Park Family Day Out

This fantastic experience voucher includes entry into The View from The Shard for two adults who are NOT scared of heights! 360-degree unparalleled views on London is quite something…and with an hour to absorb views on two different levels, you won’t be disappointed. There’s also a three-course meal at a choice of two Marco Pierre White’s London restaurants, where you’ll have a cocktail on arrival and enjoy a feast – it’s up to you if you wish to visit the Shard before or after your meal…with your mother or wife, of course!!

Book tickets

7. Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour & Lunch for Two – £145

Bekonscot Model Village Family Day Out

So yes, this is a Mother’s Day article, but even adults love Harry Potter, right? So with this gift experience, two of you get to immerse yourself into the world of Harry Potter by wandering around the Great Hall, the bank of Gringotts, Dumbledore’s office and so much more – even the Knight Bus! There’s also lunch for you both, before or after your studio Tour. 

Book tickets

8. Wimbledon Tennis Break – Two or Three Nights – £199pp for 2, £269pp for 3

Dinosaur Adventure Golf Family Day out

As the excitement of Wimbledon is nearly upon us, this experience enables you to enjoy an overnight stay with return transfers to The Championships for your reserved seat on No.1 Court. With a retractable roof, your enjoyment really isn’t weather dependent! There is an option to have a two-night stay, really allowing you to soak up that Wimbledon atmosphere, the grounds, the strawberries and Pimms and even catch a glimpse of those tennis stars!

Buy tickets

9. Learn Italian & Cooking in Florence – £437pp

Cotswold Wildlife Park Family Day Out

This gift experience cleverly combines language lessons with an Italian cooking masterclass course in Tuscany! This 5 day break allows you to immerse yourself into the local culture whilst also accelerating your spoken Italian! Or not…hey, I would just enjoy making and eating the food…and lots of Italian hand gestures. Done! 

Book tickets 

10. RHS Chelsea Flower Show & RHS Wisley Gardens – 5 days break – £469pp

Beale Park Family Day Out

Perhaps a lovely gift idea for Grandma? As spring approaches there is always a surge in interest in the world-renowned, glamorous and quintessentially British, RHS Chelsea Flower Show. It is a must see show for gardening enthusiasts and those looking for a truly unique and unforgettable day out! In combination with a visit to RHS Wisley Garden, it ensures the perfect floral break!

Book tickets

Calling all Dads! As Mother’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday 27th), we wanted to help you to treat your wives by offering up some great and different gift ideas…

This year, MarlowMums has been lucky enough to collaborate with a fabulous local independent agent for travel, spa breaks, theatre trips and other gift ideas…enabling us to bring them directly to you! If any of the below ideas tickle your fancy, then get in touch at www.pennyrosstravel.co.uk OR simply click on the link below each gift idea. 

1. Thames River Boat Cruise – £39pp

Stonor Park Family Day Out

Why not spend Mother’s day on a Thames Riverboat Cruise in London; sipping a glass of bubbles, enjoying an afternoon tea whilst onboard AND taking in the sights of St. Pauls Cathedral, the Tower of London, the London Eye and much more…

How to get tickets:

Book tickets

2. Afternoon Tea at the Milestone Hotel, Kensington – £55pp

Hobbledown Adventure Park Family Day Out

This is one of my favourite places to go for afternoon tea! It’s beautiful and you have SO much food that doggie bags are pretty much handed to you before you start. This quintessentially English tradition will leave you feeling very well looked after, relaxed, and…FULL! Little Prince and Princesses are welcome too. 

How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

3. Three course meal for two with a sparkling cocktail at London’s Shaka Zulu Restaurant – £59

Willows Activity Farm Family Day Out

This funky South African restaurant in Camden is a must-visit. It’s huge, spanning two floors but more importantly, the food is lovely! You’ll enjoy a sparkly cocktail and a 3-course meal. Oh, and did I mention that the restaurant is blessed by the Zulu King himself? 

How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

4. Tipples and Treats for 2 at Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour, Covent Garden – £59

Wellington Country Park Family Day Out

If you love feeling like you’re travelling back in time, then look no further than this fabulous Victorian Gin Parlour, situated above Mr Fogg’s Tavern in Covent Garden. It really is a sight to behold and with two cocktails and a slice of cake to devour, I think this gift is a winner.


How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

5. Wild Swimming, Breath work & Riverside Sauna – £60pp

Dinton Pastures Country Park Family Day Out

Wow! This one really does sound appealing! A great way to introduce yourself into the power of wellness and wellbeing. This experience teaches you breath work, followed by a guided immersion or swim and ends with hot drinks and an eco-sauna. If nothing else, Mum will be feeling rejuvenated! 


How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

6. Visit to The View from The Shard & a 3-course meal at Marco Pierre White’s London Steakhouse for 2 people – £111

4 Kingdoms Adventure Park Family Day Out

This fantastic experience voucher includes entry into The View from The Shard for two adults who are NOT scared of heights! 360-degree unparalleled views on London is quite something…and with an hour to absorb views on two different levels, you won’t be disappointed. There’s also a three-course meal at a choice of two Marco Pierre White’s London restaurants, where you’ll have a cocktail on arrival and enjoy a feast – it’s up to you if you wish to visit the Shard before or after your meal…with your mother of wife, of course!!

How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

7. Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour & Lunch for Two – £145

Bekonscot Model Village Family Day Out

So yes, this is a Mother’s Day article, but even adults love Harry Potter, right? So with this gift experience, two of you get to immerse yourself into the world of Harry Potter by wandering around the Great Hall, the bank of Gringotts, Dumbledore’s office and so much more – even the Knight Bus! There’s also lunch for you both, before or after your studio Tour. 


How to get tickets:

Book tickets

8. Wimbledon Tennis Break – Two or Three Nights – £199pp for 2, £269pp for 3

Dinosaur Adventure Golf Family Day out

As the excitement of Wimbledon is nearly upon us, this experience enables you to enjoy an overnight stay with return transfers to The Championships for your reserved seat on No.1 Court. With a retractable roof, your enjoyment really isn’t weather dependent! There is an option to have a two-night stay, really allowing you to soak up that Wimbledon atmosphere, the grounds, the strawberries and Pimms and even catch a glimpse of those tennis stars!


How to get tickets: 

Buy tickets

9. Learn Italian & Cooking in Florence – £437pp

Cotswold Wildlife Park Family Day Out

This gift experience cleverly combines language lessons with an Italian cooking masterclass course in Tuscany! This 5 day break allows you to immerse yourself into the local culture whilst also accelerating your spoken Italian! Or not…hey, I would just enjoy making and eating the food…and lots of Italian hand gestures. Done! 

How to get tickets: 

Book tickets 

10. RHS Chelsea Flower Show & RHS Wisley Gardens – 5 days break – £469pp

Beale Park Family Day Out

Perhaps a lovely gift idea for Grandma? As spring approaches there is always a surge in interest in the world-renowned, glamorous and quintessentially British, RHS Chelsea Flower Show. It is a must see show for gardening enthusiasts and those looking for a truly unique and unforgettable day out! In combination with a visit to RHS Wisley Garden, it ensures the perfect floral break!


How to get tickets: 

Book tickets

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