Three Special Ways To Celebrate Mother’s Day 2025

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH IRELAND’S BLUE BOOK

An indulging getaway, a relaxing spa break or a very special afternoon tea, there’s something to suit every mum this Mother’s Day …

For a very special gift that will get you in the good books this Mother’s Day, Ireland’s Blue Book should be your first port of call. A romantic collection of Irish country house hotels, manor houses, historic stately castles and fine-dining restaurants, now with 65 members, each property in Ireland’s Blue Book offers something special in its own unique setting.

An Elegant Afternoon Tea

For art lovers, visit The Merrion, Dublin where its afternoon tea is inspired by the hotel’s famous art collection. Served in the elegant Georgian drawing rooms, enjoy a selection of sweet creations, finger sandwiches and scrumptious cakes with a glass of champagne to toast mum.

Or visit Butler House & Garden in Kilkenny where afternoon tea is served in the Garden View Room or on the patio if the sun shines, before exploring Kilkenny Castle and the Castle Yard craft studios and galleries.

A Special Sunday Lunch

Give your mum a day off on March 30, and book a special dining experience for the family. At Glovers Alley by Andy McFadden, the serene restaurant overlooking St Stephen’s Green is the perfect setting for an elegant lunch or dinner. Along with the à la carte offering, the one-Michelin star restaurant offers a “Surprise Menu” (€130 per person) which will make for a memorable dinner, while lunch costs from €75 for three courses.

A Luxurious Overnight Escape

For a very special weekend that she won’t forget, it doesn’t get more luxurious than a trip to Ballyfin Demesne. Book her in for an overnight stay, where she can also enjoy the indoor swimming pool and Pevonia spa treatments, before exploring over 614 acres of woodland, gardens and walking trails on the grounds.

At The Station House Hotel in Co Meath, there’s so much to explore around the Boyne Valley in springtime. This boutique hotel is less than an hour from Dublin, making it ideal for an overnight getaway – while the blush pink Signal restaurant is perfect for a girls’ lunch.

Alternatively, an Ireland’s Blue Book voucher makes the perfect gift for the hard-to-buy for lady in your life. Vouchers can be redeemed on a night away, in a spa or at a restaurant in one of the member properties so she can choose a way to celebrate whenever suits her best.

For more information or to purchase gift vouchers, visit irelandsbluebook.com