20 unique things to do this Mother’s Day in Kent

Ready to treat mum? We’ve got your inspo sorted! From day trips to food gifts and the best restaurants to enjoy dining with a difference or afternoon tea in the area. Here’s our shortlist of gorgeous and original ways to celebrate.

Traditional afternoon tea with a twist

Eastwell Manor, Ashford

This luxury spa hotel, set in stunning landscaped gardens in the heart of Kent is the perfect escape for Mother’s Day. Gather together and tuck into their tasty Afternoon Tea with freshly cut finger sandwiches and savouries, warm scones with clotted cream and homemade jam and sweet treats of beautifully-presented petit fours. Enjoy a pot of loose-leaf tea of your choice or sip on a glass of something extra special with sparkling wine or bubbles.

Or why not treat her to an ELEMIS Afternoon Tea? Which includes glass of Laurent-Perrier Champagne and she gets to take home a limited edition Afternoon Tea scented ELEMIS candle with hints of Black Tea, Bergamot and Raspberry Leaf.

Balfour Winery, Staplehurst

Make this Mother’s Day extra special with a gorgeous sparkling Afternoon Tea at the stunning Balfour Winery (sitting on the picturesque Hush Heath Estate). Enjoy a delicious and beautifully presented selection of sandwiches, scones and cakes, served alongside their sparkling Balfour Wine. Why not extend your visit with a self-guided stroll through their vineyards and ancient oak woodlands? Book now for Sat 9 March from 1 pm. £45pp. Only 10 spots left!

Cave, Canterbury

Treat her to an unforgettable experience at Cave Hotel in Canterbury, this luxury escape is the perfect place to make this Mother’s Day a memorable one. Sit down for Afternoon Tea in their Cowgirl Lounge with a stunning selection of savoury, scones and fresh cakes, all made on-site with optional bubbles. Their Raspberry Choux Craquelin Diplomat is a must-try! £30pp or add Champagne for £44pp.

The Truffle Pig, Hythe

The Truffle Pig take Afternoon Tea very, very seriously with Pastry Chefs trained at Claridges and Liberty so they are at an exceptional standard here. Expect freshly made sandwiches expertly sliced into delicate fingers, the most delicious homemade English scones with traditional clotted cream and delicious Kentish jam, finishing with signature sweet pastries and delectable cakes. Available 11am – 4pm. £23pp. Don’t forget to add a glass of fizz for £6.50pp – after all, it is Mother’s Day!

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Hythe

Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve definitely makes for a quirky location for a traditional afternoon tea! Spend the day on the Reserve, explore historic gardens and head out on a truck safari as you journey through the African and Asian experience, passing free roaming giraffes, zebras and camels to name a few. Then settle down in either the beautiful surroundings of the Orangery or decadent Mansion to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. Curated by their talented pastry chef’s, enjoy delicious tiered savoury classics and sweet sensations with Birchall loose tea or coffee, or for an extra special treat, a glass of fizz, or mocktails for the kids. Mums will receive a complimentary box of macaroons to take home. The package costs £65 per adult or £45 per child.

Book a table with a difference

St Leonard’s, West Malling

Why not do Mother’s Day a little differently and go out for brunch? This luxury restaurant sitting pretty in West Malling is the perfect destination to kick off your day. Settle in from 9am for a celebratory breakfast showcasing buttermilk pancakes, hot smoked salmon, croque madame, steak and eggs, and many more! Reserve a table asap.

Squerryes, Westerham

Celebrate her with a hearty Sunday roast at the award-winning Winery Restaurant at Squerryes in Westerham where mum’s will receive a complimentary glass of Squerryes Rosé on arrival. With a choice of two or three courses, plus children’s sized portions available, it’s the perfect venue to celebrate this special day. £39.50 for 2 courses or £45 for 3 courses. Children’s 2 course Sunday Lunch is £10.

The Ferry House, Isle of Sheppey

Treat the most special ladies in your life to a meal at this 2AA Rosette Restaurant in the most idyllic countryside surrounds beside the Swale Estuary. This special one-day-only menu celebrates the best things The Ferry House has to offer with homegrown kitchen garden produce from their family-farm and local estate beef and game. Lunch tables available 12pm-3:30pm and dinner tables available 6-7:30pm. 2 courses, £35pp and 3 courses, £40pp.

The East Kent Pub, Whitstable

We’ve found a winner – mums get a complimentary glass of fizz and fresh flowers here! Spend Mother’s Day Sunday Lunch at East Kent Pub situated in buzzy Whitstable. Tuck into their renowned classic Roasts including vegan and fish options as well as mini roasts for the kids. Available 12-4pm. Booking is essential!

The Dog, Wingham

Celebrate Mother’s Day at this gorgeous award-winning Gastropub with rooms. This year there’s a delicious 2 or 3 course meal to choose from. Served from 12pm with last sitting at 7pm, from £40pp. Salivate over their menu here.

Cave, Canterbury

Luxe interiors? Check! Cocktails? Check! Fine dining? Check! The Cave in Canterbury will sure put a smile on her face. Gather together for a sharing-style feast in their Firepit Restaurant featuring beef wellington, cauliflower cheese, honey-roasted carrots and parsnips, cabbage, and their signature smokehouse gravy. Or head to their more casual option of the two, The Korean Cowgirl, where you’ll discover a unique blend of Texas and Korean style dishes PLUS kids eat for just £1.

Experiences for some quality time

Gusbourne, Ashford

We love the sound of this! (Hint, hint). Give it as a gift or organise it for the both of you and spend the day together at award-winning winery Gusbourne, sitting pretty in Appledore near Ashford. We love the idea of this Picnic for Two so unwind across the Estate, stroll through the vineyards and enjoy a treat-filled hamper together in the sunshine. In case you needed any more inspo, we’d also recommend giving the gift of their best-selling experience, Estate Tour with a glass of sparkling on arrival, a tour of the estate, a guided wine-tasting and a delicious 3-course lunch. Thoughtful luxury at its best.

Albion House, Ramsgate

Celebrate in style with this Mother’s Day Brunch and Peony Workshop on Sat 9 March. This will be a delightful day filled with delicious food and crafting with a welcome cocktail, 2-course brunch plus get your creative juices flowing by sculpting crepe paper blooms with the incredible Posy Patou in a Paper Peony Workshop. Brunch will be served between 11-3pm with drop-in flower workshops running from 11am – 5pm. Tickets are just £35pp.

Gorgeous gifting

The Happy Grazing Company, Sevenoaks

Breakfast in bed never looked so good! Deliver this little breakfast basket of joy to the lovely lady in your life packed with hand-baked pastries, homemade Nutella cruffins, hand-tied posey of roses, a little dessert pot plus a Mother’s Day card. It’s all been sorted for you. Free local delivery between 7-9am on Mother’s Day itself. £35.50.

No.6 Clinic, Tunbridge Wells

Let her take some time out for some TLC at No.6 Clinic in Tunbridge Wells. They offer a wide range of wonderful treatments including 50% off 6-12 courses of IPL Hair Removal sessions running until the end of March plus you can get 25% off your first treatment – need we say anymore? Just mention Muddy when booking.

Day trip, sorted!

Hever Castle, Hever

Hever Castle Gardens spring daffodils

Over Mother’s Day weekend, enjoy a historic day out at the Castle and stunning gardens. Explore the historic castle, childhood home of Anne Boleyn and work up an appetite with a wander around the stunning 150 acre grounds or let the kids run off some energy in the Tudor Towers adventure playground of Acorn Dell natural play area. After all that fun, tuck into a delicious carvery in the elegant Guthrie Pavilion. Must be pre-booked and paid for by 3pm on Thurs 7 March.

Penshurst Place & Gardens, Tonbridge

Wander the grounds and beautiful gardens at Penshurst Place as they spring into life at the start of a new season. Plus there’s Cards & Plant Pot Collar Crafting and Face Painting available in the Craft Barn from 11am – 3:30pm.

Howletts Wild Animal Park, nr Canterbury

Rediscover your wild side with a family day out to Kent’s original Wild Animal Park, lose yourself in 90 acres of ancient parkland and discover some of the world’s most endangered animals. Better yet, mums go free over Mother’s Day weekend, Sat 9 & Sun 10 March. Come face-to-face with the new lion cubs, Zemo and Zala, gorillas, tigers and monkeys at their large viewing windows for the perfect selfie!

Powell-Cotton Museum, Birchington-on-sea

Brought to you by the Power of Women Festival, spend Mother’s Day amongst the trees, celebrating maternal figures and important women in your life. Stroll around the beautiful gardens, explore the museum and enjoy a creative weaving workshop or letter writing and crafting – all FREE. Or book into their special cream tea provided by Bessies Tea Parlour of Broadstairs in the gorgeous Winter Gardens Glass House, followed by a writing workshop with Maggie Harris for £26pp. Open 11am – 3pm.

Kent Life, Maidstone

If you’ve got little ones to entertain, Kent Life is your best bet to keep everyone happy. There’s entertainment galore with balloon modellers creating works of art, mind-boggling magic tricks plus meet the animals (and the new babies!), explore the historic buildings and play in the play areas. After all that fun, sit down for Afternoon Tea in Dotty’s Tea Room, 12pm – 3pm. From £19.95pp.

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