Left it a little late? Show the love with a gift experience or personalised present that can be used long after Mother’s Day
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, finding the perfect gift can feel like a daunting task. This year, more people are turning to gift experiences as a thoughtful and versatile option.
From spa days and gourmet dining experiences to personalised items and high-energy entertainment, deal site Wowcher offers a wide range of Mother’s Day experiences that add another dimension to traditional presents, making it easier to treat mums to something truly memorable.
One of the biggest advantages of gifting a Wowcher experience is the flexibility it provides. Unlike flowers or chocolates, experiences can be enjoyed over the months to come, allowing mums to choose a date that suits them best.
The brand has been rated as ‘great’ on Trustpilot with a four out of five-star rating from more than 140,000 reviews. To make it easier to find the perfect Wowcher experience, we’ve rounded up five of our favourites:
Malmaison Luxury Afternoon Tea for Two
Always a firm favourite, afternoon tea at Malmaison offers a contemporary spin on the classic British tradition, swapping standard finger sandwiches for inventive alternatives. A wonderful treat for mum, the chic, high-end atmosphere can be found in 15 venues nationwide, for a luxurious escape without the formal stiffness of a traditional tea room.
The seasonal menu features mouth-watering treats like warm sticky toffee scones and artisan sweets, but it is the upscale ambience that is the real treat. While the deal is not available on Mother’s Day weekend or the Easter weekend, it can be enjoyed any other time between now and April 30.
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A step up from the standard fare, one customer said: “This is far more than your bog standard cucumber sandwiches with scones and jam and a slice of Battenberg! A Mal Maison Afternoon Tea is a real treat with such a variety of savoury and sweet delights your tastebuds are salivating from the moment it is so beautifully presented in the relaxing yet refined ambience of the Chez Mal Brasserie
Another added: “Best afternoon tea we have had. Food was amazing and excellent service.” While one diner did note that “food took ages to come,” another hailed their Malmaison experience as “So classy, amazing will order again.”
If the Malmasion deal isn’t quite right, Buyagift is offering Afternoon Tea for Two at Caffé Concerto for £48.79 (with discount code MUM20). Offering a touch of European elegance across multiple stylish locations, diners can choose from a selection of fine Italian-inspired cakes and pastries.
Elsewhere at Virgin Experience Days the Slug & Lettuce Afternoon Tea with Cocktails for Two is available for £50. Offering an upbeat and social pub-style atmosphere, this deal features classic treats served with a glass of fizz or a cocktail.
Wowcher prices start from £38.99 for the standard deal or £48.99 with Prosecco. Extra diners can be added for an additional cost.
The Experience: ABBA Voyage Dancefloor Tickets & Hotel Stay
This rather exciting package combines general-admission dancefloor tickets to the revolutionary ABBA Voyage concert with a stylish overnight stay at the Zedwell Hotel in the heart of Piccadilly Circus. An immersive extravaganza for any Abba fan, it’s a high-energy trip down memory lane that allows her to dance along to all her favourite songs.
Sold as a complete London city break, the price includes a “pod” room to relax in after a night of disco dancing. There is also free access to the PopGuide app that provides audio tours of some of the most iconic sights the city has to offer. The deal prices is for two people and is valid for stays on selected dates between now and June 30.
Blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA Voyage is a whole new experience. Fans who have already seen the show have called it “amazing” and “unforgettable.”
On Trustpilot, one excited enthusiast called it “F’abbatastic” adding: “There is no show quite like this. It has to be the greatest gig on the planet right now!”
With regards to the Zedwell Hotel, the lifestyle concept offers a comfortable way to hit the hay after exploring the city. One visitor called it “A great hotel in a brilliant location! Rooms are comfy and clean.”
Some views were less favourable with one noting: “The rooms are small and without windows”, but another was more positive, explaining: “The two standout features of this hotel are its great value for money and its unbeatable location in the heart of London. Cleanliness was consistently high, and the staff were professional, friendly, and efficient throughout my stay.”
If Abba isn’t the right vibe, Buyagift is offering Wicked The Musical Tickets with lunch at The River Restaurant by Gordon Ramsay for £132.50 with code MUM20. Theatre fans will dine at the restaurant in the Savoy Hotel, before taking in the award-winning show.
Alternatively, Red Letter Days has a selection of London theatre show gift packages available including tickets to Wicked, The Lion King, Hamilton, Matilda The Musical, MAMMA MIA!, The Book of Mormon, Les Misérables and more. Prices vary depending on show and seat allocation, but start from £89.99 for two.
Bannatyne Spa Day
Always a popular choice, the Bannatyne Spa Day deal on Wowcher is an excellent way to relax and unwind together. Providing access to high-leisure facilities, it includes a choice of 30-min treatment, unlimited use of the spa, an eye mask experience and bath salts to take home.
Available at 35 locations across the UK, thoughtful extras like a £10 retail voucher are also thrown in and gift givers can upgrade to enjoy a full hour of pampering for an additional cost.
A brilliant way to unwind, treatments range from a Swedish Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage, Manicures, Seasonal Body Scrubs or Tailored Facials, as well as use of the pools, Jacuzzis, saunas, steam rooms, gym and relaxation areas. Prices start from £34.49 per person.
With more than 14,300 shoppers already having snapped up this deal, one rather relaxed spa goer said “Beautiful experience! The location was easy to access, the professionals were very amiable, and the facilities were just right! Highly recommended!”
Another added: “This place was absolutely beautiful. Can’t wait to visit again. Had a beautiful body scrub and massage by the spa therapist and another lovely lady.”
While another guest had an issue with her treatment noting: “I asked I asked for a body scrub, but was given a massage instead.”
A pamper session is always a worthy gift option, and MacDonald Hotels is an upscale hotel group that also offers four-star spa experiences. Available to buy online, they offer a selection of treatments, spa days and spa stays starting from £35.
Elsewhere, Red Letter Days offers deals at Champneys, the long-hailed birthplace of the British spa getaway. Prices start from £199 for two.
Name a Star Experience
This Star Registration Pack is a super cute little gift that allows you to name a visible star in the UK night sky and receive a personalised digital certificate and star map. A sentimental and unique Mother’s Day choice, it honours her as the “star” of the family with a gift that lasts as long as the universe itself.
The celestial dedication can be found through the Star Finder Web App, so you can show her exactly where her star is located at any time. The gift set includes a star registration, a welcome letter, an A3 star map poster, an informative fact sheets and PDF print-ready files that will last much longer than chocs or flowers.
If mum would rather something a bit more grounded, Not on the High Street has Personalised Watercolour Portrait starting from £15. The personalised painting is created from a photograph that holds special meaning and is designed to capture warmth, love and connection. According to the website, delivery in time for Mother’s Day is still available as of today (March 11)
Elsewhere at Funky Pigeon, there are personalised gifts, photo books and even bottles of wine available, some with next-day delivery. Prices start from £6 – a discount of up to 72% of the RRP of £25.
Shoppers who have already named a star after a friend or loved one, have given the service a 4.8 out of five-star rating on the namingastar.co.uk website. One said: “The dedication arrived very quickly and was beautifully presented.”
Another added: “It’s a wonderful idea and easy to do. Worth the money and paperwork you can keep.” At the time of writing, there were no negative reviews.
Guided Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting
Perfect for the wine lovers in your life, this Guided Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting for Two, offers a scenic escape to the award-winning Yorkshire Heart Vineyard. Take mum for a relaxing stroll through the vines with a guided tasting of several local wines.
As educational as it is tasty, visitors can discover the craft behind English winemaking, including the secrets of grape growing, and learn the art of winemaking from passionate experts. A standout gift for any mum who appreciates fine wine and the great outdoors, there are seven vineyards to choose from across Berkshire, Devon, East Sussex, Oxfordshire, Kent, Buckinghamshire and Perthshire.
Reduced from £29 to £22.99, availability varies depending on individual vineyard locations. One voucher covers two people, making it an affordable gift for mums, daughters, sisters, friends and anyone else who might enjoy it.
If a wee dram of Whiskey is more mum’s thing, Buyagift is offering a range of Whiskey Tasing Experiences. These hands-on experiences are an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and to learn how to create personalised blends.
However, virtuous vino enthusiasts who have booked the two-hour tour have shared their experiences online. One said: “Fantastic trip to Cairn O Mohr Winery. Great tour with a very entertaining tour guide and lots of tasting samples too! Great value for money. Would definitely visit again and recommend it to others.”
Another added: “The tour was informative and entertaining. The wine tasting session was well worth the time.”
One noted that their choice of vineyard was “not the easiest place to find” but another loved the countryside location adding: “The vineyard we visited was quite small (20000 vines in 2 fields) but in the most beautiful setting.”
