With Mothering Sunday (3 April) fast approaching you might still be considering how you are going to spoil your mum this Mothers Day, whether you are planning a day out with the family or a special gift for your mum Activ Isle of Wight may have the answer.
There is something really special and nostalgic about a steam train ride through the wonderful Isle of Wight countryside, on mothering Sunday Havenstreet Steam Railway are running train journeys as normal but have a special menu in the cafe with a free gift of flowers for every mother taking a steam train ride on the day.
A trusted old favourite for any mother on mother's day is a lovely bouquet of flowers or a nice house or garden plant available from any of the Isle of Wight's florists. A present that will always bring a smile and is a particular favourite is a box of chocolates, but you don't have to buy them off the shelf at the supermarket as there are many wonderful Chocolateres on the Isle of Wight where you can select your mum's favourites and have them individually wrapped. Putting a little extra thought into your purchase will let your mum know how really special she is this Mother's Day.
For those who are looking for that off the wall gift with an ethical bent, visit Daisy Daisy in Godshill who specialise in fair trade gifts from around the world, felt bags & purses from Nepal, silk flower brooches from Soweto in South Africa and cold pressed soap in hand made mulberry boxes from Thailand, each comes with a gift label signed by the person who made it.
Or visit the vast array of individual Gift shops on the Isle of Wight who offer some unusual & unique gifts which may prove to be a pleasant & different surprise for mum.
After presenting your mum with her lovely surprise, treat her to a mother's day Sunday lunch at one of the many Isle of Wight Restaurants, pub's or bars that are offering mother's days specials. This could be a Seafood restaurant located by the waters edge serving local sea food specialities or a traditional country pub/restaurant offering freshly sourced Island fare in a beautiful village setting. The Taverners in Godshill is a very firm favourite where proprietor chef Roger will rustle up a sunday lunch your mother will remember for a long time. Maybe you would prefer one of the Islands trendy bars who offer that something a little different like Olivo's Restaurant in Ryde where their tapas tower is a must to try.
For those who prefer something a little lighter try a Mother's day High Tea at one the Isle of Wight Hotels or Tea rooms, some are offering a special mothering sunday light menu which can be served inside or sitting out in a pretty country garden (weather permitting).
For the musical mum how about some Jazz at the Dairyman’s Daughter listening to some old favourites while dinning, this pub is situated in the Arreton Old Village centre that includes craft shops a glass studio & a shipwreck museum for mum to browse around.
Alternatively the Spy Glass Inn in Ventnor offers Harry Verey playing a classical guitar while mum enjoys her favourite sea food dishes whilst taking in pleasant views over Ventnor Bay and relaxing to Harry’s musical renditions.
The Isle of Wight has a very lively music scene with well know local bands playing Live gigs in various venues across the Island many will be performing Live on Mothering Sunday.
If your mum loves wildlife why not take your animal crazy mum to the Seaview Wildlife Encounter near Ryde who are offering the perfect gift for her, that includes a personal tour of the park focussing on close-up time with her favourite animals, lunch with champagne and flowers and a photograph to commemorate your mother's special day.
All mums need that precious "me time" to unwind in a comfortable and peaceful environment. Spiritual Spa in Newport are having an open day on the 26th March where you can look at and discuss the various treatments available, you can indulge your mother or yourself in a Thai herbal massage or Reiki with the emphasis being on spiritual development & well being.
The Isle of Wight has a great deal on offer with many different ways to surprise your mum with an unexpected mother's day gift she will enjoy & remember for a long time.
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