Mother-daughter day out ideas

Smell the roses at one of London Flower School's floristry courses

Of course, mum will appreciate a bouquet of beautiful blooms. But enrolling on a floristry course where you can learn how to create some gorgeous bouquets and centrepieces together? That's an A-star gift. London Flower School has a selection of courses running mid-late March including Dutch Masters (March 19), Two days Inspired by Constance Spry (March 21-22) and a Mother's Day flower workshop (March 30). On the Mother's Day workshop, mums and daughters will create a hand-tied bouquet and a centrepiece for the table, with coffee, pastries and a glass of bubbly provided. Bloomin' fabulous.

Enjoy some pampering at the Corinthia Spa

Nothing says enjoyable day out for mums and daughters alike quite like a luxuriant spa day. We're thinking pools, a sauna, an ice fountain, sleep pods, and (of course) manis, pedis, facials, massages, gym access and more. Where to go? The Corinthia has all of the above in a completely tranquil, idyllic setting, and you and mum can book in for an indulgent Day Spa treatment that caters to your needs, whatever they may be: relaxing, indulging, fitness-based... or even a pampering and pastry session with a massage or facial followed by afternoon tea.

Taste a tipple at The Drop

The Drop, the new wine bar from the restaurateurs behind Barrafina and Quo Vadis, takes away any pretentious associations with wine drinking, and offers unexpected and delicious wines from dynamic growers. Combine that with seasonal cheese and meat boards, as well as gorgeous vegetable dishes, and you and mum can enjoy an afternoon of chats, giggles and wine sampling. Cheers!

Photo: Joe Woodhouse

Treat her to the most stylish tea with Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley

The Berkeley's Prêt-à-Portea is a truly delicious – and stylish – experience, and works across generations: take your mum and your 12-year-old here for an afternoon. The pastries are always inspired by the latest in fashion, so those in the know will recognise Fendi's cowboy boot, Victoria Beckham's shopping bag and Prada's dinosaur bag. Looks almost too good to eat, but trust us, you'll manage. From £58 a person (£68 with a glass of fizz), come hungry – you're allowed second helpings of your favourites.

Get your bake on at Bread Ahead

Whether you're into doughnuts, GBBO or have a craving for New York bagels, Bread Ahead has a class for you and mum. Because baking together is just lovely, and will either remind you of lovely childhood baking scenarios... or can make up for the fact you and mum never had them when you were younger. There are courses on throughout the month of March.

Photo: Elena Featherwick

Go see the fabulous Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition at the V&A

We can't think of a better way to spend a special afternoon with your mum than taking her around the V&A, and picking out all of the Dior couture gowns you'd wear over the years given the chance. Better yet, surprise her with a V&A membership and then you can just stroll into the exhibition whenever suits, instead of booking ahead.

Have a cinema date with Tim Burton's Dumbo

Yes, 2019 is all about the live-action adaptations of Disney’s animated classics. Dumbo stars Eva Green, Colin Farrell, Danny DeVito and Michael Keaton, and it promises to leave us in tears (the good kind). A great Mother's Day outing for the family.