Plan the perfect Mother's Day

Family exploring the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire

Mother’s Day 2020 is on Sunday 22 March. We’ve got lots of ideas to help you say thank you to a special someone. Spend some precious time together as a family in beautiful surroundings, or cook some tasty treats.

Whoever you’re celebrating this Mother’s Day, there are plenty of ways to show them how special they are to you. 

The gardens we care for are full of colour at this time of year, from beds of colourful tulips to delicate blossom –the perfect backdrop for some quality time in nature.

Coronavirus update

From Sunday 22 March, we've sadly taken the decision to close our parks and gardens, in addition to our houses, shops and cafés, to help restrict the spread of coronavirus. Many of our car parks for countryside and coastal locations will also have to close due to high demand. We urge people to stay local and observe social distancing. Please do not travel.

Visitors exploring the garden in spring at Cotehele, Cornwall

Explore spring gardens 

The gardens we care for are coming to life at this time of year. Why not visit one of our gardens this Mother's Day and see the colourful spring flowers in bloom? The gardens we care for include historical varieties that have grown every spring for generations. These natural havens are perfect for creating special memories you'll cherish forever.

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Gifts for Mother's Day
Mother's Day gift ideas

Gifts she'll love 

If you're looking for gift inspiration this Mother's Day, you could treat her to some wonderful new gifts from our online shop. From an exclusive range inspired by the riverlands we care for, to jewellery, fashion accessories and UK-made food and drink, find the perfect gift.

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Grandparents and grandchildren and parents on family visit

Gift membership 

This Mother’s Day, give that special someone in your life a year of unique experiences you know they’ll love. With gift membership she can enjoy special moments and create lasting memories throughout the year.

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Visitors in the garden in spring at Erddig, Wrexham, Wales

Dedicate a donation for Mother's Day 

Sharing laughter on a leafy woodland walk, eating lunch after a sunny day at the coast and discovering the stories of castles and houses together. Treasure those moments forever when you dedicate a donation to your mum as a unique Mother's Day gift. That way, you'll be helping to look after your treasured places for generations to come.

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Recipes and treats for Mother's Day
Scrambled egg with tomato and spinach on sourdough toast, on a plate with a knife and fork

Scrambled eggs 

Why not say thank you to the special lady in your life by cooking a Mother’s Day feast? Start her day off with a tasty breakfast in bed with this twist on the everyday scrambled egg.

National Trust Vegetable Tagine

Vegetable tagine 

Spend some time cooking up a hearty meal this Mother's Day with this vegan tagine. Make it with love as a filling lunch or a satisfying dinner with a roll or crusty bread.

Three pots containing the cheesecake with the biscuit base and rhubarb compote onto

Rhubarb and ginger cheesecake pot 

Finish off Mother's Day by treating her to an extra special dessert. This delicious cheesecake is simple to make and the perfect way to end her day.

Find more tempting treats to inspire you Browse our recipes