With Mother’s Day approaching, it’s time to celebrate the incredible women in our lives that guide, nurture, and fill our hearts with love.
If you want to show your mum how much you love and appreciate her, Cambridge can be the perfect place. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, there are loads of amazing activities you can enjoy together. Here’s our guide to some of the best Mother’s Day activities in Cambridge this year.
Mother's Day Punting
A punting trip on the river can be a great way to treat mum this Mother’s Day. Our shared and private punting trips are a great day out and ideal for all family members including dogs and kids, so your mum can spend quality time and see the sights with everyone she loves the most.
On Mother’s Day, we pull out all the stops to ensure your mum gets the best experience possible and feels loved. With our bespoke Mother’s Day punting experience, all tours will receive a complimentary small bouquet crafted by a talented local florist. If you’re looking for more, we also have an option to upgrade to a full bouquet as an additional add on. Show your mum how much she means to you, with nature’s own artwork as a token of your appreciation and a trip the whole family will love.
Afternoon Tea
After your enchanting punting tour, it’s time to indulge in a quintessential British tradition: afternoon tea. At the esteemed University Arms Hotel, you and your mum will be treated to a sumptuous assortment of food and drink. Revel in the joy of spending quality time together.
If you’d like to enjoy your tea on the river, why not consider cream tea punting with Rutherford’s? You can get a sumptuous cream tea and a beautiful trip up the river, which might be just the ticket for your Mother’s Day celebration.
Show Your Mum The Sights
Cambridge is a stunning city, so it can be great fun to go and discover all the amazing sights with your mum and the family. Whether you have children or friends tagging along, there’s something for everyone in Cambridge.
Whether you want to see Queens’ Mathematical Bridge, King’s Chapel or the famous St John’s Bridge of Sighs, then Rutherford’s offers punting tours or a combination of walking and punting that will take you past everything you want to see.
Alternatively, there are fantastic shopping experiences, so you can find great Mother’s Day gift ideas to surprise your mum, or amazing museums and galleries throughout the city so you can show her all the art and culture that Cambridge has to offer.
Whatever your preference, there’s something for family members of all ages in Cambridge, so you can plan the perfect trip for everyone, especially your beloved mum.
Enjoy A Delicious Meal
Taking your mum and family out for a meal can be a great way to round off a full day of exciting Mother’s Day activities that she’ll never forget.
Cambridge has many amazing restaurants to suit any taste. Whether you want Michelin-Star food that embraces local produce from Midsummer House or luxurious French cuisine from Côte Brasserie in Cambridge, you can find the perfect location for a decadent Mother’s Day meal.
Mother's Day Activities In Cambridge: Conclusion
These are some of our favourite Mother’s Day activities you can do together in Cambridge. There’s something for all the family, so you can make great memories together.
If you want to enjoy a Mother’s Day punting experience, then it’s important that you book ahead to secure your space. You can book online or contact us to find out more and secure your spot on our Mother’s Day tours. After all, Mums deserve nothing less than the best, and Rutherford’s is here to provide it. Happy Mother’s Day!