She cooked for you, cleaned up after you and sent you off to
school every morning so it is only fair to give mum something back.
Here's the top 10 places to take her for a lunch or afternoon tea
on Mother’s Day.

Chiddingstone Castle

Set in 35 acres of grounds, including a rose garden and
woodland, the castle has a museum full of Egyptian and Buddhist
artefacts, magnificent Japanese armour and beautiful Jacobean
paintings. This Mother’s Day enjoy their cream tea served in the
beautiful White Rose Drawing Room.

www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

Chilston Park, Lenham

Chilston Park is set within 22 acres of rural parkland and is a
Grade I-listed manor house, which over the years has been home to
eminent politicians, writers, lords and viscounts. Today it is a
luxury hotel with artefacts that date back to the 17th century.
Indulge in an afternoon tea for £19.95 per person or a special
Mothering Sunday lunch for £32.50, which includes a gift for mum.
To book call 0845 072 7426.

www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/hotels/chilston-park

Eastwell Manor, Ashford

Quality without compromise and peaceful seclusion – this is the
Eastwell Manor experience and just the thing to make mum feel
special this Mother’s Day. The Champagne afternoon tea is to die
for. It includes a pot of tea or cafetière of coffee with a
selection of homemade finger sandwiches and cakes with two scones
served with clotted cream, strawberry or raspberry jam. Then you
have the choice of either a glass of champagne, Kir Royale or
Bellini. All for this for £25 each.

www.eastwellmanor.co.uk

Hotel du Vin, Royal Tunbridge Wells

Set in one of the town’s most architectural landmarks, this
Grade II-listed sandstone mansion was built as a private residence
in 1762. This Mother’s Day, enjoy a three course dinner, bed,
breakfast, a bunch of flowers and chocolates for £195.

www.hotelduvin.com/hotels/tunbridge-wells

Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden

This Mothering Sunday treat the family for £21 and take them
back to the service and style from a more gentle time. Take the
lunchtime train at 1.15pm and enjoy a traditional ploughman’s lunch
with tea or coffee. Alternatively, hop on board the 3.30pm and have
a cream tea, including a selection of cakes with tea and coffee.
Both times are from Tenterden Station and include reserved tables
and a surprise gift for every mum.

www.kesr.org.uk

Marquis at Alkham, Dover

One of the newest contemporary restaurants in Kent earned head
chef Charlie Lakin a rising Michelin star in this year’s guide.
Nestled in the southern end of the North Downs, the restaurant is
surrounded by rolling hills and quaint country lanes in this Area
of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The menu for Mothering Sunday has
fresh flavours, is seasonally inspired and locally sourced, served
with imagination and flair. To book a table call 01304 873410.

www.themarquisatalkham.co.uk

Michael Caines at the Abode, Canterbury

Browse the shops, visit the cathedral or enjoy a Historic River
Tour before taking lunch at Michael Caines inside this boutique
hotel. The executive chef’s mouthwatering three course menu costs
£40 per person. After a drink in the adjoining Champagne and
cocktail bar, eat in the glass-fronted Wine Room or really treat
mum at the private chef’s table in the kitchen area. To book call
01227 826684.

www.abodehotels.co.uk/canterbury

Rowhill Grange, Dartford

Indulge in a traditional Sunday lunch at Rowhill’s new
restaurant. Executive head chef Luke Davis will be cooking up a
sumptuous four course meal for all the family to enjoy this
Mother’s Day. Rowhill Grange is a charming 18th century country
house hotel surrounded by acres of gardens and a lake complete with
resident ducks. Four courses cost £35 and £25 for children.
Suitable for over fives. Call 01322 612778 to make a
reservation.

www.alexanderhotels.co.uk/rowhill

The Old Dining Room, Bell Hotel, Sandwich

Enjoy a spring three course lunch for a memorable Mother’s Day,
using the best seasonal and local produce that Kent has to offer.
The Old Dining Room restaurant at The Bell Hotel, Sandwich, has
been welcoming guests since Tudor times although the present listed
building is mainly 19th century. After lunch, enjoy a leisurely
stroll along The Quay opposite. Mother’s Day lunch is £26.95 per
person.

www.bellhotelsandwich.co.uk

The Secret Garden, Ashford

The winner of the Kent Restaurant of the Year category in the
Taste of Kent Awards 2010 is offering a three course lunch for
£26.99 per person. Drink in the views over the large Victorian
walled garden and cobbled courtyard and then when dinner is
finished walk around the grounds and look at the range of seasonal
produce grown for the kitchen. This includes raspberries, apples,
pears, potatoes, parsnips, chard, spinach, beetroot, turnip, fennel
and herbs.

www.secretgardenkent.co.uk