Mothers deserved to be spoiled, and what better way than spending a weekend in one of the UK’s capital cities? With a variety of options in culture, fashion, and cuisine to be discovered you can really make the most of your leisure time. There are some great hotels in London offering afternoon tea, or you might like to live like the monarchs in Edinburgh.
Head to London’s Sanderson Hotel and book you and your mum in for a pampering session in their luxurious spa. The central location among the vibrant venues of Soho, you will also be close enough for some fabulous shopping in Covent Garden. Regardless of your budget or preference you’re sure to find a spa treatment at the Sanderson to suit, leaving you feeling refreshed and relaxed.
One of the other popular parts of London is its riverside area of the Southbank, home to the National Gallery, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Tate Modern museum and many other fantastic sights. There are also many kinds of cafes and restaurants in this part of the city, a great place to while away a few hours.
One of the greatest Mother’s Day treats is afternoon tea at one of the London hotels. Places like The Ritz, and the Dorchester, provide opulent settings, china tea sets with all kinds of tea, and all the sandwiches, scones, cakes and desserts you can eat. You can even pay extra for some champagne! It’s the ultimate treat for your mother.
Another option is to head up north to Scotland’s capital, and book yourself and your mum into one of the many luxurious Edinburgh hotels. With palaces, castles, galleries, cafes, shopping and restaurants all within a short stroll of one another, you will be right in the heart of things wherever you stay, so you and your mum can have a truly memorable weekend.