That special day of the year when we celebrate our beloved Mums is quickly approaching! And for someone so important we suggest you make a big fuss this year! If you really want to win some brownie points this year why not treat your dear Mum to afternoon tea in one of our stunning hotels and restaurants, and with so many offers right across Northern Ireland to choose from, prepare to be spoiled for choice.

Spoil yourself at The Merchant hotel

For the ultimate luxury afternoon tea experience – a visit to the 5* Merchant Hotel in Belfast’s City Centre is a must! All afternoon teas at The Merchant Hotel are served in the traditional manner, with a selection of finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and scones with clotted cream, all gracing a silver tea stand. This is complemented with tea, coffee and maybe some Champagne. Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel is served Daily from 12-4.30pm and is accompanied by live piano on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Luxury at Lough Erne Resort

Enjoy The Resort’s selection of Afternoon Tea’s in the comfort of the  stunning Garden Hall, by the Log Fire with views over Castle Hume Lough or out on The Terrace. Traditional Afternoon Tea is served daily between 2-5pm or for true indulgence, sample the Chocolate Afternoon Tea coupled with the unique ‘Death by Chocolate’ Cocktail (available Weekends 2-5pm) and for a special treat enjoy Pink Afternoon Tea served with a Glass of Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne – pure indulgence!

Ballydougan Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

For something a bit more authentic pay a visit to Ballydougan Restaurant & Coffee Lounge located in the unique setting of Bloomvale House. In the wonderful surroundings of the restored Linen Barn where once home produced linen was prepared and sorted before being sent off as far a-field as America, you can relax and enjoy good local cooking, freshly prepared the finest local produce. Enjoy a spot of lunch or Afternoon Tea all served on the famous hand-thrown pottery. Make a day of it at Ballydougan and join in on one of the Pottery Classes or bring a piece Ballydougan home from the gift shop.

Afternoon Tea at the Everglades

Enjoy a spot of Afternoon Tea at the Everglades. There’s pots upon pots of aromatic brews. Plates of dainty sandwiches, fluffy scones, buttery cakes and pastries. Stir in some sugar and add lashings of cream and gossip. There’s no better way to treat your Mum this mother’s Day.

Ten Square Belfast

A unique boutique hotel, Ten Square serves up ornate staircases, cosy and contemporary rooms, and an elegant restaurant. Situated behind Belfast City Hall, the hotel makes the perfect location for a city centre stop -off for Afternoon Tea. Afternoon Tea is served in the surrounding of the Grill Restaurant, offering a chilled glass of Prosecco, a selection of teas and coffee, mini savouries, side salad, fries & dips, cakes and mini desserts to finish.

Afternoon Tea in Victorian Style

The quiet intimacy of The Old Inn is the ideal hideaway for Traditional Afternoon Tea. Sink happily into a comfortable chair pulled up to a cosy fire and enjoy a cup of Earl Grey, dainty harlequin sandwiches, homemade shortbread, and maybe just a few chocolate-dipped strawberries. Choose from a Selection of Finger Sandwiches, Freshly Baked Scones with Jam and Clotted Cream, Assorted pastries and Mini desserts. Push the boat out with a glass of Prosecco, or a glass of sweet sherry.

Go that extra mile…

And to make Mother’s Day extra special why not push the boat out this year and treat your Mum to an overnight break. Start your break with a relaxing spa treatment, followed by a fabulous afternoon tea & if there’s time maybe you squeeze in a bit of retail therapy. Check out our brilliant value special offers starting at £49 per room.

Whatever you to choose to do this Mother’s Day – we hope it’s special! Happy Mother’s Day to all our lovely Mum’s out there!