Mother’s Day in Belfast

27 March, 1pm & 3pm

Make this Mother’s Day one to remember as they open the doors for a special Afternoon Tea in Cultra Manor. Indulge in classic savoury bites and delicious sweet treats in the luxury of the stunning Edwardian villa, nestled in the wooded landscape of Ulster Folk Museum. Tickets are £35pp with a glass of prosecco on arrival and £12 per child.

27 March, 12:30 – 6:30pm

Treat the special lady in your life to a nostalgic steam train ride and lunch in the stunning Magermorne Esate this Mother’s Day. Jump on board your steam train carriage, departing from Lanyon Place, Belfast. After the short but luxurious journey along the spectacular Antrim Coast road, a sumptuous three course Mother’s day lunch will be waiting in the opulent Ballroom.

27 March, available all day

This year, give the mum in your life the special day she deserves with 2 courses from £15.95 or 3 courses from £19.95 at PizzaExpress. Treat them to the exclusive Mother’s Day Set Menu, featuring some classic dishes and your chance to try the new Spring menu.

27 March, 10:00am – 7:30pm

Treat mum to a luxury coach trip along Co Down coast to Newcastle, followed by a 4 course dinner at The Burrendale Hotel. Departing from Belfast in a luxury coach, just sit back and relax while travelling towards Newcastle along the stunning Co Down coast. Enjoy free time to explore before a stunning 4-course dinner.

27 March, 10am – 5pm

Have fun decorating a vase with your Mum and enjoy afternoon tea at the Mother’s Day Special in the Loaf Pottery, Crawfordsburn Village. Price includes one vase to decorate per couple, accompanied by tea and a scone each. Sessions will last an hour and a half and are available through the day.

The Eat and Drink Belfast Restaurant Vouchers can be used in over 60 eateries in the city, offering the choice between Michelin Star fine dining, quirky restaurants, gastro pubs and cafes. They’re the perfect reason for your mum to enjoy some wining and dining, and can be bought online or in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre.

What would a busy mum love more than a luxurious spa day or hotel stay? Buy a gift card for the Merchant Hotel, Culloden Estate and Spa or Galgorm Spa and Golf Resort and she can spend it at a later date on a day of being pampered in one of their beautiful spas. The hotels’ monetary gift vouchers can also be spent on overnight stays, meals and afternoon teas too.

Find clothing, footwear and accessories in a range of shops in Victoria Square. Go to Born and Bred for locally made gifts or Lunn’s or Steensons for jewellery. Top it off with local chocolates from Old Time Favourites.

If your mum is a bit of a foodie, treat her to a food tour or tasting experience. She can make her own gin with Belfast Gin School or watch it be made at Copeland Gin Distillery or Echlinville Distillery. Or enjoy a family trip to Aunt Sandra’s Chocolate Factory to see old-time candy making, or a session at Tracey’s Farmhouse Kitchen where she can make and sample traditional griddle breads in a cosy kitchen setting.