{"id":3240,"date":"2016-02-21T15:13:56","date_gmt":"2016-02-21T15:13:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodstravelblog.wordpress.com\/?p=3240"},"modified":"2023-08-16T09:16:08","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T08:16:08","slug":"inspiration-for-mothers-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/2016\/02\/21\/inspiration-for-mothers-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspiration for Mother&#8217;s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>(Featured Image Owned by <a href=\"https:\/\/link.edgepilot.com\/s\/c7b9361b\/uX3DecwrdEOl8zwW63q7Uw?u=https:\/\/pluslifehealth.com.au\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/link.edgepilot.com\/s\/c7b9361b\/uX3DecwrdEOl8zwW63q7Uw?u=https:\/\/pluslifehealth.com.au\/\">Plus Life Health<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Mothers, Step-Mums, Mother-in-Laws, Grandmas and beyond! The list of fabulous ladies is endless, and I&#8217;m sure we can all think of at least one special someone that deserves some recognition on Sunday 6th March.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few ideas for Mother&#8217;s Day trips and experiences that we think would be a perfect way to show whoever you spend the day with, how much you care.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pamper Day<br>\n<\/strong>It&#8217;s hard work being the best role model in the world, so you shouldn&#8217;t be surprised that your Mum could probably do with an hour or two to relax, unwind and watch the world go by.<\/p>\n<p>Stay local and experience body therapies and beauty treatments, designed to relax, de-stress, revitalise and restore essential balance to body and mind at the luxurious <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hshotels.co.uk\/bailiffscourt-hotel-and-spa\">Bailiffscourt Hotel &amp; Spa<\/a> set in delightful gardens just a wander away from Climping Beach, Sussex. If you fancy treating her to something further afield, <a href=\"http:\/\/thegilpin.co.uk\/\">The Gilpin&#8217;s spa<\/a> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstravelblog.wordpress.com\/2015\/11\/20\/destinations-10-facts-about-the-lake-district\/\">Lake District<\/a>, offers treatment rooms with floor-to-celing windows, here you can enjoy a variety of treatments whilst enjoying the the soft scents of homemade oils, and listening to the crackling of the roaring fire.<\/p>\n<p>You can find out everything you need to know on the <a href=\"https:\/\/goodspaguide.co.uk\/\">Good Spa Guide<\/a> website.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3258\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720.jpg\" alt=\"Spa Day for Mother's Day \" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wellness-589773_960_720-90x60.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Afternoon Tea<\/strong><br>\nMake a change from that quick afternoon cuppa and spend some quality time together over a delicate mini-sandwich or two, delicious cakes and a nice pot of tea. There are dozens of venues hosting fantastic Afternoon Tea experiences, from the world-famous offerings at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/afternoon-tea-reservations\/\">The Ritz<\/a>, to more unique helpings such as the Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter&#8217;s Tea Party at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.afternoontea.co.uk\/uk\/london\/oxford-street\/sanderson-hotel\/\">Sanderson Hotel<\/a>, Oxford Street.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll be amazed at some of the unique and quirky Afternoon Tea&#8217;s available at a range of venues. To find out more, read our <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstravelblog.wordpress.com\/2016\/02\/02\/food-drink-delightful-afternoon-tea-experiences-in-london\/\">blog post<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2715\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up.jpg\" alt=\"Afternoon Tea at the Ritz\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/gallery-afternoon-tea-set-up-175x117.jpg 175w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>London Weekend<\/strong><br>\nWhy not make a weekend of it! There is plenty to do in London over the space of 48 hours, from enjoying panormamic views of the city from the London Eye and exploring the diverse range of museums and galleries to hunting for bargains in the many shops located throughout <a href=\"http:\/\/oxfordstreet.co.uk\/shopping\/\">Oxford Street<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.westfield.com\/london\/stores\/all-stores\">Westfield.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>View our range of London day excursions <a href=\"http:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/day-excursions\/search-London\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3264\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large.jpg\" alt=\"London Eye Mother's Day\" width=\"890\" height=\"593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large.jpg 890w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pexels-photo-large-90x60.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 890px) 100vw, 890px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tickets to see a show<br>\n<\/strong>Whether it&#8217;s an old favourite or something brand new, there are plenty of amazing shows and concerts available to attend throughout the UK this year! We run an extensive programme of day excursions to a variety of places of interest, you can find our full list of theatres and concerts <a href=\"http:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/day-excursions\/Theatres-Concerts-f1\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3268\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720.jpg\" alt=\"ballet-545291_960_720\" width=\"960\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720-768x454.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720-700x413.jpg 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720-720x426.jpg 720w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/ballet-545291_960_720-102x60.jpg 102w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unique Dining Experience<\/strong><br>\nIf your Mum is a bit of a foodie, then booking a table in a high-end restaurant would be a gratefully received gift, however, why not try something a little different. Formerly the UK&#8217;s first public subscription library, the wonderful listed building is now home to the <a href=\"http:\/\/thelibraryrestaurant.co.uk\/\">Library Restaurant<\/a> serving everything from steaks to burgers all cooked on their specially imported&nbsp;wood fired grill. Looking for an overseas taste? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarastro-restaurant.com\/\">Sarastro<\/a> in London is a wonderful Turkish restaurant offering an ecclectic choice of exotic meals to be enjoyed in a venue that emanates passion, drama and excitement, adorned with gold furnishings and intriguing pieces of art.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever your taste, you can find something to suit it <a href=\"http:\/\/www.opentable.co.uk\/m\/best-restaurants-in-united-kingdom\/\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3420\" src=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass.jpg\" alt=\"water-with-lemon-in-glass\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/water-with-lemon-in-glass-90x60.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What are your plans this Mother&#8217;s Day? If there&#8217;s something you fancy doing that isn&#8217;t on our list, don&#8217;t hesitate to get in touch with our sales team on 01243 868080, who can talk you through our wish day scheme!<\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/Woods_Travel\">Twitter<\/a> &amp; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WoodsTravelLtd\">Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c  no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 0.85; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer; top: 404px; left: 20px;\">Save<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Featured Image Owned by Plus Life Health) Mothers, Step-Mums, Mother-in-Laws, Grandmas and beyond! The list of fabulous ladies is endless, and I&#8217;m sure we can all think of at least one special someone that deserves some recognition on Sunday 6th &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/2016\/02\/21\/inspiration-for-mothers-day\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Inspiration for Mother&#8217;s Day<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4702,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[19,27,76,80,85,87,94,100,102,107,132,133,140,146,156,162,178,186,189,197,214],"class_list":["post-3240","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-resources","tag-afternoon-tea","tag-ballet","tag-day-trips","tag-dining","tag-england","tag-europe","tag-family","tag-food-and-drink","tag-foodie","tag-gift","tag-london","tag-london-eye","tag-mothers-day","tag-mum","tag-pamper-day","tag-restaurant","tag-spa-day","tag-thames","tag-theatre","tag-travel-agent","tag-wanderlust"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3240"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3240"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3240\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4706,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3240\/revisions\/4706"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4702"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3240"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3240"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3240"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}