If you are looking to support local makers, shops and experience providers this Mother’s Day then we have put together a whole host of options for you to choose from. There is something for everyone, from flowers and gifts to chocolates and gin, you will be spoilt for choice in our Mother’s Day round up…
Book a Virtual Concert or Show 🎭
Many theatres are now streaming performances online and you can buy a performance for your Mum. Here are some ideas:
- The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Southwark Playhouse
- Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, £3.99 to rent a play
- Digital Theatre, Netflix style streaming service
- National Theatre at Home, £7.99 to rent a play
- Comedy live streaming
- National ballet at home
- Interview with Strictly Stars
Gift Voucher Ideas
Get a Gift Voucher for when we are out of Lockdown 📚
- Jarrold’s
- The Pigs
- Assembly House
- Byfords
- Woodfordes Brewery
- Park Farm Hotel
- Sprowston Manor
- Dunston Hall
- Imagine Spa
- The Book Hive
Support Local Gift Ideas
Send Flowers or Draw Your Own 💐
Local Florists:
Elizabeths the Florists
Ellen’s
Margaret Emm’s
The Flower House, Norwich
Libby Ferris Flowers
The Florist Shop, Wroxham
Flowers in bloom around Mother’s Day
- Daffodils
- Tulips
- Iris
- Hyacinth
Send Chocolates 🍫
There are some great Norfolk businesses you can support here:
- Gnaw Chocolate
- Booja Booja
- Artisan Chocolates
- The Norfolk Truffle Company
- The Pod Chocolatesor what about sending some COCKTAILS…
- The Tipsy Jar
- Mr Postle’s Apothecary
Write a letter or create, make a family portrait
You can pour all your love into a handwritten letter or draw Mum a lovely family portrait. Or have fun with different backgrounds on your mobile phone or device and take a picture to send.
Here’s mine from lockdown 1! (Ok, a friend took it from the front gate…)
Afternoon Tea or Cake Deliveries 🍰
Supporting local business, all based in or near Norwich.
Dine at Home 🍽
- The Wildebeest
- R B Dine at Home, Benedicts Restaurant
- Mr Postle’s Apothecary
- XO Kitchen
- Fup Burger
- The Recruiting Sergeant
- Brick pizza
- Jive
Mothering Sunday 🌼
Maybe you have a tradition of going to church on Mothering Sunday. As this year is very different, perhaps you can have a look online for church services.
- Diocese of Norwich
- The Cathedral of St John the Baptist
- Norwich Cathedral
(image from vegan haven)
Create a home spa kit, suggestions: 🕯
- A scented candle
- Bath salts or bubbles
- Mood Music
- Face mask
- Conditioning hair mask/special conditioner
- Body lotion
- Comfy robe and slippers
- Manicure kit
- Eye gels
- Hand cream
- Book
If you’re struggling on Mother’s Day
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Some of us don’t have our Mums with us on Mother’s Day. Or you may have had the trauma of pregnancy loss. If this is you, here are some things to think about.
- Speak to a trusted friend, tell them you need support
- Find a helpful group online, Facebook: Modern Loss or Cruse Bereavement Care, Time Norfolk for pregnancy loss.
- Make new traditions, send flowers to someone you love, or buy some for yourself
- Choose a charity to donate to, think about what means the most to you
- Light a candle
- Practice self care. Try to rest.
If we’ve missed anything out that you would like to share, let us know!
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