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Mother's Day Activities in Dorset

Mother's Day is a day of showing our appreciation for Mum's all around the World, so what have you got planned for Mother's Day in Dorset? If you're short of ideas then don't worry because we've got you covered with a host of great activities and experiences to try this Mother's Day in Dorset.

Poole

Head out for Afternoon Tea

Head out for Afternoon Tea

From: No.9 On The Green Wimborne, The Kings Head, The Queens Hotel & Spa, Little Pickle at the Mill

Information: Afternoon tea and Mother’s Day go hand-in-hand with scones, finger sandwiches, and delicate sweet treats often the iconic picture of Mothering Sunday celebrations. So if you’re looking for the perfect Mother’s Day activity, then book a table, enjoy a first-class afternoon tea in Poole and spend a flavour-filled day out with mum and the family.

Average Price: £20-£30 Per Person

Top Tip: Cream then jam when eating a scone!

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Bournemouth

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Queen's Hotel Spa Package

Where: Mercure Queen's Hotel, Meyrick Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3DL

Information: Queen's Hotel are hosting a Mother's Day spa experience across March!

  • 55-minute treatment
  • A cocktail of choice served in the Spa lounge (non-alcoholic available)
  • 25% Off Elemis gift sets.
  • Full use of Spa facilities
  • Robes, Slippers and towels provided

Price: £75pp

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Poole

Mother's Day Cruise

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd Afternoon Tea

About: Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd offer a variety of different cruises, routes, destinations and themes leaving from both Poole Harbour and Salisbury! This Mother's Day, Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running a Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Cruise! Treat Mum to a cruise filled with a delicious afternoon tea, stunning views and of course a free glass of Prosecco!

View a list of all their cruises and events here.

Price: £25

Website: View here.

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Relax at a local spa

Relax at a local spa

Where: David Lloyd Poole, Beauty Sculpting Room & Queen's Hotel 

Information: Being a mum is by far one of the most stressful jobs, so this Mother’s Day chill out with a serenity spa trip to one of Dorset many beautiufl spa’s. From the beautifully-fragranced Lush spa in Poole town centre to some of Dorset’s best boutique facilities, booking a spa day for Mother’s Day is certainly one way to get in mum’s good books.

Average Price: Varies on location

Top Tip: Book a treatment for the full spa experience.

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Explore Poole’s National Trust Properties

Explore Poole’s National Trust Properties

Where: Brownsea Island, Kingston Lacy, White Mill, Studland Bay, Corfe Castle

Information: Poole and the surrounding areas of Dorset play host to some of England’s most beautiful and feature-packed National Trust properties, so if you’re looking to get out into the great outdoors this Mother’s Day, then a trip to one of these may just be the perfect day out. 

With great National Trust properties to explore including Brownsea Island, White Mill, and Kingston Lacy, there is a variety of beautiful destinations to explore that make for a great afternoon of Mother’s Day fun.

Average Price: Free - £17.20 Per Person

Top Tip: Wear suitable shoes and check weather conditions before heading out.

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Take a beachfront stroll

Take a beachfront stroll

Where: Check out our guide to Poole’s beaches HERE.

Information: Poole’s beaches are simply stunning, so if you’re looking for an easy, affordable, and beautiful Mother’s Day activity suitable for the whole family, then a beachfront stroll may be the best idea yet. Weather depending, a walk along one of Poole’s pristine beaches will allow you to make some great Mother’s Day memories and also provides the perfect backdrop to that special Instagram picture with mum.

Average Price: Free

Top Tip: Wrap up warm!

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Enjoy Cocktails with a view

Enjoy Cocktails with a view

Where: Jenkins & Sons, Drgnfly Pan-Asian, Le BateauGuildhall Tarvern, Brasserie Blanc, The Oaks, The Britannia, The Coconut Tree, The Kings Head, Thirteen, Isabel's Brasserie

Information: Dorset's variety of creative bars and pubs specialise in creating crafty colourful cocktails that are full-on flavour shows and are perfect the perfect accompaniment for Mother’s Day celebrations. Head to one of Dorset's brilliant cocktail bars this Mothering Sunday and work your way through outstanding drinks menus that will tantalise the tastebuds. The question now is, shaken or stirred?

Average Price: £10 Per Cocktail

Top Tip: Go for something different!

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Get Pampered

Where: Francesco Hair LilliputLaura Mackenzie Hair Design, Swaffield's Hair and Barbers Salon Lilliput and Upton.

Information: Being a Mum can be a stressful job, and there can be little time to put yourself first. This Mother's Day, why not treat Mum to a beautiful haircut or styling! Whether you want a little refresh, a new colour or a full transformation - we recommend a hair salon trip this Mother's Day.

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