Celebrate Mother's Day in the Stunning Fal River Area
24 March
The Fal River region, with its serene waters, picturesque gardens and elegant establishments, offers the perfect backdrop for treating the special mother figure in your life this Mother's Day.
From luxury hotel experiences to garden adventures and delightful dining, here's our guide to spending quality time together in one of Cornwall's most beautiful areas.
Luxury Stays and Spa Treats
Make it a weekend to remember with a stay at one of the area's prestigious hotels. For timeless elegance, The Alverton in Truro has a sumptuous three-course Mother's Day lunch menu with a free gift for mums.
The Falmouth hotel's oceanfront location is perfect for some Victorian seaside glamour and their Mother's Day lunch or afternoon tea.
The Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth offers a decadent Mother's Day afternoon tea or a special set lunch menu with harbour views.
Hotel Meudon, nestled in subtropical gardens, has crafted a special Mummy & Me Afternoon Tea, a delightful treat for you and your little one to enjoy.
Feel good again at St Michaels Resort, and book a unique Mother's Day Spa or Hydrothermal Experience, perfect for mother-daughter relaxation time. Follow with lunch at Brasserie on the Bay, which overlooks the sub-tropical gardens and beautiful sea beyond.
Over in St Mawes, the sophisticated Hotel Tresanton - where each room has a sea view - offers an indulgent Mothering Sunday Lunch or their usual A la carte lunch menu.
Let the Idle Rocks tempt you with a delicious lunch in the Waterside Reef Knot Restaurant or a very special Afternoon Tea experience served in the sea view lounge alongside local Tregothnan Tea or Origin Coffee.
Head to the Roseland and enjoy traditional hospitality at The Nare Hotel, a luxurious country house by the sea. Indulge in Sunday lunch in The Dining Room, one of the two sea-view restaurants.
Garden Adventures
Spring is awakening at the magnificent gardens around the Fal. Caerhays Estate showcases its world-famous magnolias in full bloom whilst supporting CoppaFeel, a youth-focused breast cancer awareness charity. There is the option to join a free, celebratory guided walk of the garden at 10:30am on March 30th, led by the owner of the Caerhays Estate, Charles Williams. Wear something pink for this hour-long walk.
Magical garden paradise Trebah Garden offers a Mother's Day at Trebah Kitchen, serving extra breakfast specials or a hearty roast.
Trelissick Gardens, a house and garden set in an estate with stunning maritime views and lovely woodland walks, will host Mother's Day yoga with Apricity Yoga. The session will last an hour with 45 minutes of gentle yoga movement followed by 15 minutes of meditation and relaxation.
Coastal Dining & Experiences
Book a special lunch for Mother's Day at Beach House Falmouth or Harbour House Flushing, and every Mum will receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Both venues are waterside, so expect spectacular views.
Enjoy a Mother's Day breakfast martini with Mum at waterside restaurant Indidog in Falmouth, where breakfast is served from 9.30am, or tuck into a lunchtime Roast with some bubbles from 12. Expect a friendly welcome, excellent service and delicious food.
Sunday is Fun-Day at Kona in Falmouth. Spin the Wheel of Fortune for a prize on entry - Mums get two chances on Mother's Day! - and enjoy live music from 3pm.
For cocktail-loving Mums, The Stable Falmouth has created a special Mother's Day Gin Fizz, which will be on the house for all Mums when you book a table and select 'Gin Fizz for mum'.
Memorable Gifts
For something truly special, Cream Cornwall has an extensive range of signature luxury coastal homeware, interiors and gifts, including ceramics, candles, lampshades, cushions and throws - perfect for mums who love the sea and evocative, high-quality products.
Make it an Adventure
Complete your Mother's Day with a trip on the St Mawes Ferry. As you cross the beautiful blue water, Falmouth Harbour opens up, followed by the impressive silhouette of Pendennis Castle and the natural landmarks of Black Rock and St. Anthony Head on view. This picturesque scenery sets the perfect backdrop for your arrival. Once you arrive, you can either hop off to explore the charming village of St Mawes or enjoy the tranquillity of being on the water with a round trip.
However you choose to spend Mother's Day, booking ahead is advised for these popular offerings.