With Mother’s Day fast approaching, most people are faced with the headache of picking out that perfect gift for mum. Instead of buying a bunch of petrol-scented pansies or a chocolate box repackaged from Valentine’s Day, perhaps it would be worth giving her a memory that she will cherish for years to come? If you are looking to go that extra mile with your Mother’s Day present this year, have a look at the gift ideas below.

Spa days offer the opportunity to let mum relax and enjoy being pampered for a day. There are many different types of massage techniques being practiced today so there is plenty of choice when deciding which package is best suited. Some spa days offer taster sessions encompassing a variety of different techniques, plus many include the use of other spa facilities including saunas, steam rooms and swimming pools.

To capture that picture-perfect image to light up the home, a professional photoshoot can really spice up a day for mum. Photoshoot packages tend to vary from the delightfully modest to the more extravagant themed packages. Most photoshoots also offer the chance to have a makeover to make the experience truly special.

Give your mother something that will really make her feel like a star. A professional personal shopper can help mum achieve the look she always wanted with expert advice on the best style for her. Experience a retail trip far more glamorous than the weekly shop by visiting elegant boutiques or the high fashion outlets to discover the perfect outfit for the season with guidance from style moguls like Patrick Swan.

Cookery courses are a great way of learning new tricks and recipes to use in the kitchen. With the UK having so many different culinary influences, you can learn how to prepare sushi like an Itamae or create an authentic curry from scratch, rather than from a jar. For mothers with a sweet tooth, either the cocktail and cupcakes experience or chocolate connoisseur workshops should satisfy. There are cookery courses for all levels and some that incorporate the whole family.

If you feel that none of these ideas are quite right this year, there are plenty of other possible unusual Mother's Day gifts available if you look hard enough. Any of these gift ideas gives the opportunity for mum to try something new, an experience day is guaranteed to be an unforgettable Mother’s Day present.